Current electric buses are Proterra. Also: Nova has again exited the US market, no?

The federal government has agreed that the Pride flag can fly at the Stonewall National Monument in Manhattan — reversing its decision to remove it and dealing a blow to the Trump admin's nationwide assault on diversity initiatives.

Tonight! Take the journey with Geoffrey Baer in Riding the Rails, premiering on WTTW at 7:00 pm and streaming on the PBS app and wttw.com/rails!

Seems like an untapped market!

Bike Grid Now Applauds Introduction of Landmark Legislation to Advance Regional Safe Cycling Network Chicago, Bike Grid Now! is pleased to announce the introduction of new state legislation to lay the groundwork for a comprehensive regional bike grid. The bill SB3478, introduced by Illinois State Senator Mike Simmons (IL-07), amends the Illinois Highway Code to direct the Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning (CMAP) to develop a blueprint for a bike and pedestrian-prioritized street network including 450 miles of safe, slow streets in Chicago with additional infrastructure in bordering municipalities. The proposed Safe Cycling Network Plan would prioritize connections between community areas, retail corridors, major attractions, institutions, as well as existing and planned infrastructure to create a cohesive system for all ages and abilities across 10% of city streets and neighboring suburbs. Under the proposed framework, at least 35% of the network would be located in community areas experiencing economic hardship,1 with additional prioritization given to high-crash corridors and areas lacking existing safe streets infrastructure. “We know how dangerous and inequitable a patchwork system is,” said Bike Grid Now organizer Nik Hunder. “Fragmentation means cyclists, pedestrians, and people on scooters or other micromobility devices are forced to navigate life-threatening gaps in protective road treatments that are not equitably distributed economically and racially across the city. It’s time to make our streets safer for all Chicagoans – not just those in the most privileged and politically responsive neighborhoods.” The benefi ts also reach across the state. Safer city roads drive state-wide economic growth, advance environmental goals, boost tourism, and decrease costs associated with traffi c crashes and deaths. State legislators leading on this issue understand that strategic investment in urban infrastructure is a life-saving measure that supports the intere…

HUGE NEWS. We have a state bill; SB3478 - SCA1. Under the bill, CMAP will develop a blueprint for a bike and pedestrian-prioritized street network including 450 miles of safe, slow streets in Chicago and surrounding communities. WE NEED YOU TO SUBMIT WITNESS SLIPS. ilga.gov/Senate/heari... (1/3)

Ugh. Wish they would sweep it up and keep it, sell it, donate it…this is wasteful and poor for the environment.

The City of Chicago's stance here and in court is cyclists aren't intended users of low speed residential streets with city-installed Divvy stations on them.

Zero Vision.

Map showing a C-shaped outer rail loop in Chicago connecting McCormick Place with Union Station and Ogilvie as well as River North and Navy Pier, as well as a Lake Shore Drive-aligned service heading north

Needs an outer loop route + some LSD service and we’re good

sorry every single place in the city is at capacity and we can't have any more residents. also where's my grandkids >:|

The entire Democratic strategy debate — "moderate" or move left? fight or compromise? — is based on a misreading of data. Voters don't think Dems are too progressive; they think Dems are weak. The actual math on what to do about this isn't even close!
New: www.gelliottmorris.com/p/new-poll-d...

oh god. they have to see him on their bus screens?!?

City Commission Advances 2 West Loop High-Rises, Testing Limits Of Downtown-Adjacent Zoning The 29- and 32-story apartment towers are seeking zoning designations typically reserved for Downtown skyscrapers.

Not a single quote from the 7 people who gave comments in favor of 215 N Racine.

Block Club Chicago gives disproportionate air time to the vanishingly small minority of Chicagoans that are opposed to new housing.

blockclubchicago.org/2026/02/19/c...

 Sec. 5-1063.3. Building codes; stairs.8    (a) As used in this Section, "building code" means any 9ordinance, resolution, law, housing or building code, or 10zoning ordinance that establishes construction related 11activities applicable to structures in the county.12    (b) Beginning January 1, 2027, no building code adopted by 13a county may prohibit residential buildings from having a 14single stairway serving as an exit for all units if the 15building:16        (1) has not more than 6 stories above grade plane;17        (2) is equipped with an automatic sprinkler system in 18    the interior exit stairway;19        (3) has all dwelling unit doors serving as an exit 20    equipped with self-closing devices;21        (4) is equipped with smoke detection throughout all 22    common areas and individual dwelling units;23        (5) has at least one emergency escape and rescue   HB5626- 2 -LRB104 20877 RTM 34540 b1    opening for each individual dwelling unit; and2        (6) has not more than 4 individual dwelling units on a 3    floor.4    (c) A home rule unit may not regulate buildings in a manner 5inconsistent with this Section. This Section is a limitation 6under subsection (i) of Section 6 of Article VII of the 7Illinois Constitution on the concurrent exercise by home rule 8units of powers and functions exercised by the State.

SINGLE STAIR COMES TO ILLINOIS

Rep Kam Buckner has filed legislation that would legalize single stair across the state!

- In buildings up to 6 stories
- Must have sprinklers in the stairwell
- No more than 4 dwelling units per floor

www.ilga.gov/Legislation/...

FACT SHEET: Building Up Illinois Developments (BUILD) Gov. Pritzker’s Affordability Agenda Proposes Suite of Housing Solutions to Cut Red Tape, Increase Supply, and Lower Costs see full alt text: https://gist.github.com/stevevance/3edf97cf75321b83ebbda8d763c1267c

here's his BUILD housing fact sheet

alt text is here: gist.github.com/stevevance/3...

Hazy skyscraper skyline in background with bright glistening lake Michigan in foreground

Concrete beaches where dreams are made of

Let's start with housing — the problem is clear, rent is too high and home ownership is out of reach.

Today, I’m proud to announce the Building Up Illinois Developments (BUILD) Plan to lower housing costs by making it easier, faster, and more cost-effective to build homes here.

It’s giving junior high yearbook. HAGS!!!

The city's icebreaker boat, the James J. Versluis, has been shattering the lake since 1957

It is a near-constant winter battle to keep ice from plugging up the water-intake crib openings some 20 feet below the surface.

A demonstration of where you can find the drafts feature in the top right corner of the post composer on Bluesky.

v1.116 is rolling out now!

For all the overthinkers and perfectionists out there, we're launching Drafts.

Wasn’t the O’Hare branch signaling redone in such a way that would allow for future automation? Like they left space in the design for equipment or something?

Acting CTA chief lays out priorities after dodging fiscal cliff Nora Leerhsen sat down with the Tribune after one year on the job.

Acting CTA chief lays out priorities after dodging fiscal cliff. Interview with acting CTA President Nora Leerhsen by @taliasoglin.bsky.social www.chicagotribune.com/2026/02/02/a...

Wrong Home Alone 2 star

Photo showing a woman falling forward while holding a stroller handle, as the stroller with a child inside tips backward on an icy, unshoveled sidewalk.

I pulled out my cellphone to document how difficult these conditions can be and why efforts like #PlowTheSidewalks matter. Just as I was taking the photo, she slipped and fell. Everyone appeared okay, but the moment has stayed with me all day.

Illinois Sees Its Worst Flu Season in Recent Years as Vaccine Skepticism Grows At least 100 people have died from the flu this season in Illinois, with 77 of those deaths occurring this month alone, according to the Illinois Department of Public Health.

Flu cases are increasing rapidly in Illinois as the state sees its worst flu season in more than 15 years.

https://to.wttw.com/4bRnwLa

Illinois recorded its third consecutive year of population growth, according to the US Census Bureau.

We're strengthening what helps people choose to stay and build their lives so families can raise their kids, workers can build careers, and entrepreneurs can grow businesses.

The officer who shot Alex worked for DHS for 8 years. The officer who shot Renee worked for DHS for over 10 years. Both are considered “highly trained.”

The problem isn’t "training." DHS was built to violate our rights and has been empowered to act with impunity. We must MELT ICE and dismantle DHS.

Got the slides with notes incl. Some highlights, then the slides.

This pilot is over in August 2026. The expansion of the zone includes 550 bus stops, 32 miles of bike lanes, and 1.3 miles of directional bus lane. Commercial Loading Zones and unpaid parking meters will gain enforcement.

Certainly appears moms with whistles won the Battle of Minneapolis.

We are going to win