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MarySue Barrett weighs in on the state of transit: “Give me a reason to ride”
Attracting the workforce we need and treating riders with respect are non-negotiable starting points for improving the state of transit.
January 24, 2023
WBEZ retracts claim that speed cams “don’t slow down” drivers, have “little safety benefit”
It's not surprising when right-wing publications run garbage articles about traffic cameras. But it's disappointing when progressive news outlets approach this issue with a windshield POV.
June 28, 2022
Should we advocate for a better DSD by pushing “realistic” changes, or a moonshot?
Is advocating for bus-only lanes on DSD, rather than half-sizing the highway, a realistic goal, or "simping for the status quo"?
July 2, 2021
Lori’s Proposal to End License Suspensions for Non-Moving Violations Is a Good Idea
With the exception of blocked crosswalks and bike lanes, parking violations don't pose a threat to public safety, so they shouldn't result in license suspensions that can create a debt spiral.
July 24, 2019
SBC Writers Discussed the Feasibility of Free Transit on WBEZ’s Worldview
It works in Estonia, so could it work here?
April 12, 2018
Discussing Ghost Bikes, Side Guards, the Bicycling Magazine Award on WBEZ
The episode focused on the question of whether Chicago actually deserved to be ranked the best city for biking in the U.S. this year by Bicycling Magazine.
December 12, 2016