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Closing trails during pandemic, without opening streets, is misguided and inequitable
If the closures are going remain in effect, the mayor should at least follow New York's lead by creating more space for safe, socially-distanced recreation elsewhere.
March 26, 2020
Ald. Ramirez-Rosa discusses The 606 development freeze, Logan TOD funding
Both transportation-related initiatives are designed to fight housing displacement in the gentrifying Near Northwest Side.
January 21, 2020
606 displacement pressure shows that great car-free spaces are needed citywide
Think of all the benefits Chicagoans would enjoy if we improved walking, biking, transit, and public spaces in every neighborhood.
January 14, 2020
Study: The 606 Shows the Downside of Having Parks Nonprofits Lead Infra Projects
The authors argued that groups like the Trust for Public Land, which managed Bloomingdale Trail development, tend to overlook potential impacts on housing affordability.
December 7, 2018
Should the Bloomingdale Trail Ever Be Shut Down for Private Fundraising Events?
The president of Friends of the Bloomingdale Trail says last September's closure for a fancy dinner was a bad idea, but next month's Bloomingdale Trail Event will be less intrusive.
May 9, 2018
Guards Endanger 606 Users While Chasing a Cyclist
Guards shouldn't be patrolling the narrow elevated path in SUVs, and they definitely shouldn't be speeding down the trail to confront cyclists.
February 28, 2018
Chicago Streetsies: Best of 2017
As we close out 2017 here at Streetsblog Chicago, we thought we’d celebrate the upside of a generally rotten year in the United States by highlighting some of the more positive things that happened in Chicago transportation in 2017.
December 22, 2017
Under-Zoning Is Exacerbating Displacement Near The 606
Since most of the zoning only allows single-family homes to be built, the number of housing units is falling.
December 20, 2017
Reckless Drivers Are a Bigger Worry for Chicago Trail Users Than Homicidal Ones
Local authorities should do everything they can to prevent all types of traffic violence.
November 8, 2017
CityLab Latino Highlights Lynda Lopez’s Anti-Displacement Work
Juan Pablo Garnham interviewed Lynda about her work to prevent the displacement, including in the area around the Bloomingdale Trail.
October 9, 2017
