Recent Streetsblog USA posts about Chicago

Gas Giveaways Harm People, So Why Do We Let Rich Politicians Do Them?

By John Greenfield | Mar 21, 2022 | No Comments

Gas giveaways don't just benefit some residents while ignoring others, they negatively impact vulnerable people by slowing down buses and creating more emissions.

Why Skipping Scheduled State Gas Tax Hikes Is a Bad Idea

By Steven Vance | Feb 1, 2022 | No Comments

The proposal, which is projected to cost the state $135 million in revenue, is unfair to people who don't drive. And it may not even save much money for drivers.

How Public Restroom Shortages Limit Access to Public Space

By Courtney Cobbs | Nov 21, 2021 | No Comments

More public bathrooms would help people from many walks of life, including some of our city's most vulnerable residents.

The Case for Municipal Sidewalk Clearance

By Michael Podgers | Oct 20, 2021 | No Comments

Better Streets organizer and local planner, Michael Podgers, makes the case for municipal sidewalk clearance in Chicago.

Who Maintains Chicago's Bike Lanes?

By Courtney Cobbs | Sep 22, 2021 | No Comments

Sadly, it seems that many bike lane obstructions are still going unaddressed, which can put people on bikes in danger.

CHI Stages 'People-Protected' Bike Lane Protest

By Courtney Cobbs | Sep 14, 2021 | No Comments

We need a citywide network of barrier-protected bike lanes and we needed it years ago.

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