Courtney Cobbs
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The lows and highs of Chicagoland’s 2021 transportation news
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It's likely 2022 will bring even more advocacy and direction action around sustainable transportation, and necessary and robust responses from city and state transportation officials.
Dozens of advocates protested Halsted bike lane removal for Amazon warehouse turn lane
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Cycling and environmental justice advocates showed up to protest the removal of part of one of the Halsted Street bike lanes to make room for a turn lane for a new Amazon warehouse in Bridgeport.
After lobbying from advocates, CDOT commits to better protection for Clark bike lanes
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More plastic posts and curb protection are coming to Clark after weeks of consistent blockage by drivers.
Deadly Lakefront Trail crash highlights need for better protection of path users
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In light of a recent deadly car crash just inches from the Lakefront Trail, more should be done to protect trail users.
Better Streets Chicago launches email campaign asking officials to fix the Clark Street bike lanes
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Better Streets Chicago launched an email campaign advocating for increased enforcement and design changes for the Edgewater Clark St. bike lane.
Divvy’s sleek new electric bike model is going to be a hot commodity for riders
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"Overall I'm impressed with the new Divvy bikes and look forward to snagging one whenever I’m away from my own bike."
Public space in Chicago could go from good to great with more high-quality seating
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More public seating could make the city of Chicago more hospitable, more accessible, and more lively.
Let’s address crime, smoking, and homelessness on CTA effectively and humanely
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A new petition proposes more police and taller fare gates. We encourage readers to advocate for transit ambassadors and holistic solutions for homelessness instead.
Chicago’s dearth of public restrooms limits access to public space. Let’s fix that.
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More public bathrooms would help people from many walks of life, including some of our city's most vulnerable residents.
Philly abolished traffic stops for minor infractions. Chicago should do the same.
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Philadelphia enacted new legislation aimed towards reducing racial disparities in traffic stops and improving police-community relations.
Here are the proposed walk/bike upgrades to Chicago Avenue in Evanston
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The second public meeting for potential multi-modal changes on Chicago Avenue in Evanston included renderings of proposed changes.
New public art unveiled at Blue Line O’Hare branch’s Addison and Western stations
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The Addison work features painted glass panels by Italian artist Francesco Simeti, while the Western installation is cast concrete seating units by Edra Soto and Dan Sullivan.