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Chicago’s climate superpower: How transit-oriented development can help address global warming
As shown in this map, Chicago’s land use policies have a major impact on our greenhouse gas emissions.
November 29, 2022
To prevent tragic crashes, street redesign is more effective than calls for personal responsibility
While Mayor Lightfoot called for personal responsibility in the wake of a deadly seven-car pileup in Chatham, a road diet would be the most effective way to prevent future tragedies.
November 28, 2022
Help Streetsblog Chicago raise $50K to keep the site running smoothly in 2023
Streetsblog Chicago is a community-funded news outlet that relies on sponsors, advertisers, and – especially – readers like you to help us keep the lights on.
November 28, 2022
Chicago issues an RFP for $10M in equitable TOD technical assistance grants
This initiative, bankrolled by the Chicago Recovery Plan, will help encourage community-driven development near train stations and high-frequency bus corridors.
November 24, 2022
Strong Towns Chicago wants to make our city more people-friendly and fiscally sound
Through community, education, and activism Strong Towns Chicago strives to create an environment where everyone can come together to learn about creating positive change in our city.
November 23, 2022
Railroad strike threat resurfaces, could impact most Metra lines
The specter of a railroad strike shutting down much of the country’s freight railroad network and some of Metra’s busiest rail lines has risen once again.
November 22, 2022
Monica M. Eason, 42, is second person fatally struck on 3-block stretch of Pulaski in 4 months
Eason was the 27th person fatally struck on foot on Chicago streets in 2022.
November 22, 2022
Signs, signs, everywhere a sign: Check out the new O’Hare ‘L’ station wayfinding signage
New signs and other wayfinding elements have been installed along the routes from O’Hare’s baggage claims in Terminals 1, 2, and 3 to the 'L' stop.
November 22, 2022
Two Chicago moms creating cycling community
Christina Hayford and Rebecca Resman lead kid-centric bike rides in Lakeview and Roscoe Village.
November 21, 2022
ORD terminal expansion OKed, updates on ped tunnels, people mover and garages
In addition to the $12.1 billion terminal expansion project, the city provided updates on walking, transit, and, unfortunately, driving projects at the airport.
November 21, 2022
