Advocates, experts: Infra bill is more car-centric than hoped for, but will benefit Chicagoland
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"We must not simply rebuild the transportation infrastructure of the last century when we now need to mitigate climate change."
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New housing aid is the right thing to do. It’s also a good investment.
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In addition to hurting Chicago’s most vulnerable residents, cuts to housing assistance can cost much more than they save.
Officials: As traffic deaths continue to climb, Vision Zero must be a top priority
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Alderman LaSpata discussed his "crash not accident" ordinance: "There is no intention behind an accident. There is intention behind the actions that lead to traffic crashes and injuries."
After lobbying by CTA and Pace, RTA board shifts some COVID funding from Metra
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Under the new agreement, the CTA will get $912.1 million (61 percent of the funds), while Metra will get $513.6 million (34 percent) and Pace will get $71.3 million (5 percent).
CTA, Pace, and Metra are fighting over federal COVID stimulus funding split
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CTA and Pace officials have objected to the Regional Transportation Authority's proposal for divvying up American Rescue Plan Act stimulus funds between those systems and Metra.
New sidewalk installed, crummy pavement replaced in BNSF Western stop viaduct
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The makeover should make conditions a little safer and more pleasant for Metra commuters.