Recent Streetsblog USA posts about Local Businesses

Keeping People from Parking Scooters on Sidewalks

By John Greenfield | Sep 16, 2020 | No Comments

Scooter ridership is down this year per vehicle compared to last year, but the average trip length is longer, and the companies have been doing a better job of complying with equity rules.

Chicago Releases Equitable Transit-Oriented Development Plan

By John Greenfield | Sep 14, 2020 | No Comments

A new equitable transit-oriented development plan published by the city today lays out steps for bringing affordable TOD to all parts of town.

Parklets Give Black-Owned Businesses a Boost in Chi

By James Porter | Sep 10, 2020 | No Comments

The new 75th Street Boardwalk, located between Calumet and Indiana avenues is available for use by eleven local restaurants and businesses.

5 Barriers BIPOC Face to Sustainable Transport Access

By Courtney Cobbs | Jul 29, 2020 | No Comments

We must look at all the factors that are preventing people from using more sustainable modes of travel and work to address those issues.

How Nonprofit Bike Shops are Coping in a COVID-19 World

By Jarrod Patrone | Jul 14, 2020 | No Comments

While business as usual is on hold for nonprofit community bike shops, they are adapting and changing their services to address their missions in this times of crisis.

7 Ways To Make the Most Out of an E-Bike Surge

By Courtney Cobbs | Mar 6, 2020 | No Comments

E-bikes are useful for people who need to travel long distances and those with mobility challenges, and they can help broaden the appeal of cycling. How can we help to encourage use?

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