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A driver struck and killed Anakin Perez, 9, in the street in front of his Chicago school. How do we make sure that never happens again?

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Transit Fiscal Cliff

Chicken soup for the CTA rider’s soul: While the transit agency is standing on the verge of a budget crisis, positive vibes at town hall

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The second edition of “Chicago Transit Hikes” by Lindsay Welbers discusses more great nature trails you can access without driving there

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The Northern Illinois Transit Authority is a good idea

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Mobility Justice

Equiticity’s “Claiming Our Space” event focused on BIPOC leadership, community power, and advancing “critical conversations and actions.”

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During IL transit talks, State Sen. John Curran saw a spike in donations from Local 150 road builders’ PAC. Since then, he’s loudly opposed HB 3438.

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Standing on the edge of the fiscal cliff: “Save Chicago Transit” shines a light on the public transportation budget crisis, in a funny way

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Republican State Sen. Seth Lewis says he’s exploring options to save and improve transit that align with his views on fiscal responsibility

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Not trapped under ICE: During Trump’s immigration enforcement crackdown, bike riders alert public, spread the word about legal rights

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Bike Network

Cook County’s O’Hare Area Bike Network Study is looking at ways to connect cycling routes near the airport

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