Illinois
Obama Library-Adjacent, Tiger Woods-Designed Golf Course Facing Substantial Challenges
It might have been assumed that the names Tiger Woods and Barack Obama would open doors on the South Side of Chicago. Questions about the former president's vision for the South Side persist.
Cook County Assessor Sued for Assessments 'Perpetuating Institutional Racism'
Joseph Berrios, Cook County assessor, is believed to have defrauded home-owners in majority minority neighborhoods. Now Berrios faces a lawsuit.
Chicago Transit Authority Approves Fare Hike
The Chicago Transit Authority Board voted unanimously to raise fares, despite shrinking ridership.
Illinois DOT Expands its I-55 Express Lane Ambitions
A proposal to add express lanes on a notoriously congested stretch of I-55 that passes through the western Chicago suburbs could expand from $25 million to $700 million with the addition of an extra toll lane.
Editorial: Ditch the Foolish Distracted Walking Tickets
Crossing the street can be dangerous in the best conditions, but a $500 fine for looking at the phone while crossing the street won't help anything, according to this editorial.
RFQ Released for Express Train to O'Hare
Express rail between the Loop and O'Hare moves a step closer to reality
Chicago to Buy Electric Buses
The Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) plans to put 20 electric buses into their fleet and power them with en-route chargers.
What to Expect From the Chicago Transit Authority in its 8th Decade
Streetsblog Chicago took a look at the big projects reshaping the Chicago Transit Authority, on the occasion of the transit system's 70th anniversary.
Chicago's Innovative Ride-Hailing Tax Approved
The Chicago City Council has approved a new budget that includes a new transit funding mechanism that could level the playing field for transit.
Chicagoland's Regional Transportation Authority Helping Deliver Local TOD Results
The Regional Transportation Authority has been supporting transit oriented development planning processes in suburbs like Bartlett.
New Tool Analyzes Chicago Zoning Maps
Six thousand different maps of Chicago can now be automatically dissected online.
Suburban Cycling and Walking Becoming More Dangerous
Chicago-land bikers and walkers are facing increased danger outside the city's center.
Chicago Buses Slowing for Years
A new report from Active Transit Alliance outlines plans to get Chicago buses back up to speed.
Chicago-Based Equiticity Takes Mobility Justice Nationwide
The new group will challenge the unequal distribution of mobility resources to low-income communities of color.
Chicago Needs Congestion Pricing
The Chicago Tribune's editorial board argues that congestion pricing will not only decrease congestion, but also make the city more attractive to people and businesses.
Op-Ed: Ride Sharing Tax Will Help Poor
Chicago's Mayor Emanuel's proposed tax would be used for the benefit of transit.
Who Uses the Water in Lake Michigan?
A new series from the Chicago Tribune explores the Midwest's complicated relationship with Lake Michigan.
Chicago to Use Vacant Lots to Capture Stormwater
Chicago's Planning Department is putting eight city lots to work as "Stormwater Parks."
Tax Uber and Lyft to Pay for Transit? Chicago Might
The city of Chicago is already taxing rides with transportation network companies like Uber and Lyft. Now mayor Rahm Emanual wants to raise those fees and spend the extra money on transit projects.
The City With the Most Rats Is...
It's the day everyone has been waiting for! The 2017 "Rattiest Cities" list has been announced.
Urban Design for Planners 1: Software Tools
This six-course series explores essential urban design concepts using open source software and equips planners with the tools they need to participate fully in the urban design process.
Planning for Universal Design
Learn the tools for implementing Universal Design in planning regulations.
EMC Planning Group, Inc.
Planetizen
Planetizen
Mpact (formerly Rail~Volution)
Great Falls Development Authority, Inc.
HUDs Office of Policy Development and Research
NYU Wagner Graduate School of Public Service
