John Greenfield
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 'L' train.
Recent Posts
An In-the-Saddle Exit Interview With Rahm as He Hits the Road
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As he starts out on a two-week, 1,000-mile bike ride around Lake Michigan on the day after he left office, ex-Chicago mayor Rahm Emanuel discusses his proudest accomplishments for biking.
Thanks to “Overwhelming Support,” the Logan Affordable TOD Plan Is Moving Forward
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Alderman Carlos Ramirez-Rosa said that after taking input from over a thousand residents, he's recommending the project to the zoning committee.
Emanuel Will Bike Around Lake Michigan After Leaving Office
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Emanuel plans to leave from Montrose Beach the morning after he leaves office and ride about 70 miles a day.
Ride-Hail Strike Plunges City Into … Relative Tranquility
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Ride-hail drivers deserve better pay, which would also help relieve congestion. But today's strike seemed to provide a nice reprieve from the typical hectic Chicago traffic in the age of Uber and Lyft.
Pilot With 2,500+ Scooters Starts on June 15, With Night Curfew
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Love 'em or hate 'em, scooters will soon be a common sight on the West and Northwest Sides.
Anti-Union Libertarian Trying to Kill the Logan Square TOD
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It's notable that one of the leaders of the opposition to the transit-friendly development is a guy who views Barry Goldwater as a hero and counts Donald Trump as a fan.
City Announces New Bus Speed Initiative, But Will Drivers Respect the New Lanes?
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The upgrades include a new wide boarding area at Chicago/Milwaukee, a mile of bus lanes on Chicago Avenue downtown, and improvements on Western and 79th.
Logan Affordable TOD Opponents Discuss Their Concerns, Proponents Clap Back
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The group opposing the project says they want an RFP process and changes to the design. The local alderman says they're actually opposed to the 100 units of affordable housing.
What Should We Do About Cyclists Who Don’t Follow Rules?
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While some kinds of lawbreaking on two wheels are truly inexcusable, most should be addressed with better infrastructure rather than enforcement, and some shouldn't be illegal at all.
Divvy Expansion Passes as Uber PR Campaign Fails
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Uber's month-long misinformation campaign against the Divvy/Lyft deal ultimately failed, meaning Chicago will get citywide expansion while maintaining public control of bike-share.
New Mayor Made Big Transportation Promises
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Here's a list of Lightfoot's key promises on traffic safety, enforcement, transit, TOD, biking, ride-hailing, and more. Streetsblog will help push her to keep them.
Meet the New E-Divvy as City Debunks Uber’s ‘Propaganda’ at Hearing
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Residents also gave passionate testimony for and against the Lyft/Divvy contract amendment.