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Covering the movement to end car dependency and improve biking, walking and transit in America.

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<p>In addition to editing Streetsblog Chicago, John writes the transportation column for the Chicago Reader weekly paper. A Chicagoan since 1989, he enjoys exploring the city on foot, bike, bus, and &#8216;L&#8217; train.</p>


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John Greenfield

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Bicycling

Reality check: You can’t solve congestion by widening roads – invest in transit instead

Brandon Bordenkircher

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Equity

Mobility leaders assess 5 years of e-scooters, and draw insights from the Chicago pilots

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Officials: As traffic deaths continue to climb, Vision Zero must be a top priority

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I’m fairly optimistic about the future of public transportation – if we take action now

Sharon Hoyer

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“Biking Where Black” study shows relationship between lack of bike lanes, heavy ticketing

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15 Minute Cities

Study: 15-minute walk/bike access to key resources is not enough to guarantee prosperity

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Dashed bike lanes: Better than nothing, or total trash?

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A closer look at CDOT’s plan to close Chicago’s transportation equity gap

Mary Wisniewski

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Driving

Remember the Crosstown? Here’s the story of Chicago’s successful 1970s freeway revolt

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How pedestrian- and bike-friendly are various CTA stations, and why?

Neighborhoods