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Database documents cities that are repurposing car space during the pandemic

During the global pandemic, cities around the world are recognizing it makes sense to take road space that is usually used for moving and storing cars and instead give it to people. They’re reallocating the right-of-way from travel lanes and parking to create emergency bikeways for essential workers, and open space where residents can safely […]

Steven Vance

March 29, 2020

Database documents cities that are repurposing car space during the pandemic

Streetsblog Chicago |Bicycling

Closing trails during pandemic, without opening streets, is misguided and inequitable

It's time to close whole regions of the city off to cars — so walkers can spread out.

John Greenfield

March 26, 2020

Streetsblog Chicago |Bicycling

Divvy in the time of coronavirus: What the bike-share system is doing to protect riders, workers

More people are opting to bike instead of ride transit to reduce viral exposure, and Divvy ridership is up 26 percent over last year.

John Greenfield

March 23, 2020

Streetsblog Chicago |Bicycling

Illinoisans can and should get physical activity and have fun outside during “Stay at Home”

We'd argue that it's your civic duty to go outside and have a good time on a regular basis during the pandemic.

John Greenfield

March 21, 2020

Streetsblog Chicago |Bicycling

If you need to ride transit during the pandemic, do it. If you don’t, avoid it.

If you don't need to use public transportation during the pandemic, do the right thing and avoid riding it, which will make conditions safer for those who have no other option.

John Greenfield

March 16, 2020

Streetsblog Chicago |Bicycling

Local Leaders Can Fight Climate Change Right Now

You don't have to wait for a more planet-friendly administration in Washington if you want to curb transportation-related emissions. Here's how.

John Greenfield

February 12, 2020

Streetsblog Chicago |Driving

A Key Lens for Lori Lightfoot’s Ride-Hail Tax Plan

CNT's Jacky Grimshaw, Oboi Reed from Equiticity, Julio Rodriguez from the Northwest Side Housing Center, and Leslé Honoré from K.L.E.O. weigh in on the mayor's plan.

John Greenfield

November 22, 2019

Streetsblog Chicago |Driving

SEE IT! We Talk to Mayor Lightfoot — On the Bus!

During a morning commute on the #20 Madison, the mayor talked about how the new ride-hail fee structure will fight congestion and improve transit service.