Chicago IS a city for bicyclists - with room to improve. But I do not think we are BECOMING one, we are there and moving forward. #bikeCHI

Is Chicago becoming a city for cyclists? Sun-Times readers weigh in on why they're biking more - or not. chicago.suntimes.com/afternoon-edit…

You've got questions. We've got answers.

CDOT just released renderings of the planned street layout on Belmont between Milwaukee and Kimball in Avondale. We've just added them to our post on the project, plus a little additional explanation.
chi.streetsblog.org/2024/05/17/cdo… Carlos Ramirez-Rosa 🇵🇸

Congressman Mike Quigley has a been a great friend and supporter of Chicago's biking community for a long time. A tremendous asset in D.C. with a sincere interest in promoting safe cycling. #bikeCHI

During National Bike Month, I'm committed to improving bike lane infrastructure for Chicagoans and Americans around the country!🚲

There is still time to register for the Active Transportation Alliance Bike Commuter Challenge powered by Keating Law! Here is the link to register including a no-cost option to participate: activetransreg.org #bikeCHI

welp, traffic violence in Chicago sucks

Sun, 5/05/2024, to Sat, 5/11/2024, there were 2,266 reported traffic crashes in Chicago.

- 6 people were killed (SIX!)
- 51 people had incapacitating injuries
- 252 people had non-incapacitating injuries

If you look closely at the lower right hand corner of this document….15 years ago on June 5, 2009 I printed out this Chicago Municipal Code Chapter on bicycles. My guess is as an exhibit for an in-person deposition or for a judge’s reference at trial. Found it going through an

Tragically, the Chicago Ride of Silence included 3 locations where 2 different people were critically injured or killed on bikes. But the event was also was an example of what's beautiful about riding bikes.
chi.streetsblog.org/2024/05/16/tra…

Thank you to RideOfSilenceChicago and Active Transportation Alliance for their support of the Annual Ride of Silence - Chicago. This ride serves to honor the lives of fallen cyclists and serve as a reminder that there is work to be done to protect vulnerable users of the roadways from the dangers of

Biking in Chicago is booming! 🚲🚲🚲

We’re continuing to expand and improve our bike network with an emphasis on low-stress routes that are comfortable for people of all ages. Learn more at Chicago.gov/bikes

Tonight's Ride of Silence - Chicago honors the life and memory of all of Chicago's lost cyclists including George Christensen This photo was shared with me by George's longtime partner, Janina, who remembers this time together at Chicago Critical Mass. #rideofsilence

George rode with us in 2023. This year we ride in his memory and in memory of all our fallen who are now with us in spirit. We hold all our fallen close during this Ride in solidarity with Rides around the world. #rideofsilence chicago #rideofsilence

Chicago bicycle courier and global bike touring legend George Christiansen will be honored at tomorrow's Chicago Ride of Silence. Active Trans and SBC collaborated on this piece by Sharon Hoyer, featuring tributes from loved ones, friends, and colleagues.
activetrans.org/blog/chicagos-…

It's that time of the year again! Keating Law is proud to once again by the sponsor of the Active Transportation Alliance Bike to Work Challenge! #bikeCHI #chicago #cycling

biketoworkchallenge.org

Here are the details about this year's Chicago Ride of Silence, honoring fallen bicycle riders. More info here:
rideofsilencechicago.weebly.com

Keating Law is very excited to once again sponsor the Bike Commuter Challenge! #bikeCHI #cycling #Chicago

Everyone at Keating Law is proud to be a longtime supporter and sponsor of Streetsblog Chicago and their important work!

Active Transportation Alliance Executive Director Amy Rynell: “The toll that speeding is taking on our community is really tremendous. No traffic-related death is acceptable when the tools exist to prevent these tragedies.” chicagotribune.com/2024/05/01/cou…

Chicago should lower its default speed limit from 30 mph to save lives - Chicago Sun-Times chicago.suntimes.com/other-views/20…