Chicago Cyclist Injured in Intersection Crash Amidst Dispute Over Illegal Turn Citation
A collision in North Center left a cyclist with facial injuries, with witnesses and a city official suggesting the SUV driver should…
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Chicago Transit Faces Scrutiny Over Increased Officer Presence and Parking Plans
Streetsblog Chicago reports on new developments within Chicago's public transit system, including a surge in law enforcement presence on the CTA and…
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Chicago’s Logan Square Redevelopment Sparks Debate Over Street Design
A recent streetscape and plaza project in Chicago's Logan Square has transformed a busy intersection into pedestrian-friendly spaces, but emerging issues are…
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Chicago Podcast Discusses Cyclist Safety Following Planner’s Tragic Death
A recent podcast episode explored bike safety issues in Chicago, prompted by the fatal "dooring" incident involving CDOT planner Riley O'Neil. The…
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Car-Free Trails Foster Childhood Independence, Urging More Development
An advocate argues for the expansion of car-free corridors, highlighting their role in providing safe spaces for children to develop autonomy and…
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Chicago Bus Operator Highlights Systemic Issues in Service Reliability
An anonymous Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) bus operator details how the current structure of Bus Control leads to significant delays and service…
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Chicago Bike Share Navigates Growth and Equity Challenges
Veterans of Chicago's bike share program, Divvy, shared insights on expansion, affordability, and accessibility at a recent Transport Chicago conference, highlighting both…
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Illinois Transit Legislation Sees Cleanup Bill Amid Funding Concerns
A follow-up bill to the Northern Illinois Transit Authority Act aims to refine implementation details, while a diversion of gas tax revenue…
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Chicago Mourns Loss of Dedicated Urbanist Riley O’Neil, Champion of Safer Streets
The Chicago urbanism community is remembering Riley O'Neil, a passionate advocate for cycling infrastructure and safer streets, who was tragically killed in…
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Chicago Urbanism Debates Intensify After Cyclist Fatality and Official’s Controversial Remarks
A tragic cycling death in Chicago has ignited a fierce debate over street safety and political rhetoric, highlighting divisions among city officials…
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