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Park Station Lofts equitable transit-oriented development breaks ground in Woodlawn
Hopefully equitable TOD projects like Park Manor Lofts will help mitigate housing displacement pressures in Woodlawn, while providing excellent transit access for residents.
November 4, 2022
The U. of C. has made progress in reducing car use. So why is it building a giant garage?
The University of Chicago has made progress on decreasing driving. Why is it building a new parking garage while also committing to reducing transportation-related greenhouse emissions?
April 26, 2022
Cyclists rally behind Blackstone alumnus and Divvy worker Jermell Akins after shooting
After nearly dying after being shot three times outside his mother's house, Akins has a long road to recovery.
December 16, 2020
South Siders weigh in on Slow Streets
Some neighbors like the pedestrian-friendly streets, while others seem unclear on the concept, which indicates that more outreach about how Slow Streets work is needed.
August 18, 2020
Police have always limited Black people’s mobility and freedom in public spaces
This moment is an opportunity to redefine the role of police and center Black lives, our freedom, and our movement through spaces.
June 3, 2020
Allegedly Drunk Hit-and-Run Driver Killed Beverly Barney, 59, in a Woodlawn Bus Shelter
Drivers have killed at least two other pedestrians on Chicago sidewalks this year.
August 13, 2019
How Blackstone Bicycle Works Opens Doors for Black Youth
At the "Blackstone Summer" teach-in, staff and students from the shop talked about why its programs are crucial.
August 13, 2018
Residents Convince Obama Foundation to Remove Garage From Midway, Submerge It
The next step should be to make the whole plan less car-focused by investing in transit infrastructure rather than road widening.
January 9, 2018
100-Plus U. of C. Professors Oppose the Current, Car-Centric Obama Center Plans
While the faculty members are opposed to pedestrianizing Cornell Drive, they also note that it would be inequitable to use parkland to house a garage for the center and spend taxpayer money to widen nearby roadways.
January 8, 2018
Petition to Extend Green Line to Obama Center Has Hundreds of Signatures. What’s Next?
Now that they've got support from residents, the campaigners want to get the Obama Foundation, Mayor Emanuel, and the CTA onboard with the proposal.
July 26, 2017
