Recent Streetsblog CHICAGO posts about Events

At the Dickens greenway meeting last month, some residents were more interested in keeping people from biking on their street than discouraging speeding. Photo: John Greenfield

Nevermind the NIMBYs: Here’s How to Save Bikeway Projects in Lincoln Park, North Shore

By John Greenfield | Jun 27, 2019 | 11 Comments

Neighbors are trying to kill the current plans for the Dickens Greenway and the Skokie Valley Trail. Here's how you can help stop them.

The Harvey Metra platform. Photo: Jeff Zoline

Cook County, Metra Consider Reducing Fares, Increasing Service on South Side Lines

By Igor Studenkov | Jun 27, 2019 | 10 Comments

Officials are seriously considering an idea that advocates have proposed for years: More frequent service on South Side and south-suburban Metra, cheaper fares, and free transfers to CTA.

Cyclists pose with a giant check representing the $50 million a year the Illinois Legislature recently earmarked for walking and biking, at the urging of Active Trans. Photo: ATA

Today’s Rally Lauded The $50M a Year Earmark For Bike/Walk in the State Budget

By James Porter | Jun 21, 2019 | No Comments

During the event, cyclists shared their thoughts about what they'd like to see Lori Lightfoot do for biking.

Mark Thompson of Teamwork Englewood and Deborah Payne from Oak Street health wear orange headbands to raise awareness of gun violence and honor the victims. 500 of the headbands were distributed at the ride by the anti-violence organizations Moms Demand Action & GPac. Photo: James Porter

The Roll N Peace Ride Spread a Message of Unity in Englewood

By James Porter | Jun 17, 2019 | 1 Comment

Dozens of people turned out for a ride that highlighted the positive aspects of the South Side community.

Youth from the group My Block My Hood My City test-rode Lime scooters last year.

Here’s Where You Can Test Ride Scooters for Free This Weekend

By John Greenfield | Jun 14, 2019 | 3 Comments

If you're going to try out one of these (potentially dangerous) gadgets, you'd better know what you're doing. Get tips from the pros at these kick-off events.

The Museum of Science and Industry. Image: Google Maps

Traffic Fiasco at Uber Driver Party Highlights Why Ride-Hailing Is Awful for Cities

By John Greenfield | Jun 12, 2019 | 44 Comments

Uber drivers could have avoided an hour-long traffic delay if they'd been encouraged to take transit to the party.

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