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Chicago, Bike Grid Now! @bikegridnow.org · 01/10/2026

We're hosting a concert with local bands from 3-7p on The People’s Bridge™ (Cortland) in support of the permanent pedestrianization and continuation of bicycle access. The concert is free. Tipping the bands is strongly encouraged. 📍 Cortland Bridge (1420 W Cortland) ⏰ Sunday, October 18th, 3-7p

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Chicago 2100 Urbanism @chicago2100.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Listen to John E. Adams, Founder and Executive Director of the Bronzeville Trail Task Force, describe how it would positively impact his community, @strongtownschicago.bsky.social www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wed1...

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Building the Bronzeville Trail with John Adams

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Streetsblog Chicago @chi.streetsblog.org · 03/09/2026

Alex Montero: City Council should pass a full repeal of minimum parking mandates. "The City is making its zoning code more difficult to enforce and taking on more legal liability for the right to require parking for a hotdog stand at O’Hare... This is madness." chi.streetsblog.org/2026/09/03/i...

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Strong Towns Chicago @strongtownschicago.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

When state legislators passed the People Over Parking Act (POPA) last fall, they intended to make it easier to build housing and open shops. But Chicago is set to write the law into its zoning code in the most cumbersome way possible. There’s a better way. citythatworks.substack.com/p/illinois-a...

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Illinois already killed parking mandates. Chicago should finish the job.

The hard part is done, don't make it harder

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A City That Works @acitythatworks.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

The City That Works is a newsletter about politics and public policy in Chicago. We think Chicago is a great city, and love the ideas encapsulated in the name that Richard Daley gave it - ‘The City That Works.’

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High Speed Rail Alliance @hsrail.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

CTA Acting President Nora Leerhsen will be the keynote speaker at our joint Transit-a-Thon on Aug. 11! Join us at the DePaul University Chaddick Institute for an evening of round-robin transit discussions covering a variety of topics. Grab your spot today!

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Transit-a-Thon | High Speed Rail Alliance

Join us and Strong Towns Chicago, Congress for the New Urbanism Chicago, and Abundant Housing Illinois for energizing transit discussions.

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The Congress for the New Urbanism - Chicago @cnuchicago.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

If you loved last year's Housing-a-Thon as much as we did, you're gonna wanna grab your free ticket ASAP! On Aug. 11, we’re teaming up with @strongtownschicago.bsky.social, @abundanthousingil.bsky.social & @hsrail.bsky.social to tackle transit issues in Chicago. www.eventbrite.com/e/transit-a-...

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High Speed Rail Alliance @hsrail.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

Join us Aug. 11 from 6 to 8 p.m. alongside Strong Towns Chicago, CNU Chicago, and Abundant Housing Illinois at DePaul University’s Loop campus for an evening of energizing small-group discussions covering a variety of transit topics. Reserve a spot today!

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Transit-a-Thon | High Speed Rail Alliance

Join us and Strong Towns Chicago, Congress for the New Urbanism Chicago, and Abundant Housing Illinois for energizing transit discussions.

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Chicagoans Who Bike @chiwho.bike · 09/06/2026

We were out last night and took some photos at the jam and vigil ride for Riley O'Neil (hosted by @bikegridnow.org), a CDOT employee who spent his life working to make biking safer in Chicago, and was killed in a crash in Bridgeport on Friday June, 5th. Rest in Peace, Riley.

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David Powe @davidpowe.bsky.social · 06/06/2026

CDOT lost the best of our team yesterday. We're heartbroken. In memory of Riley O'Neil, please refer to these bike racks as "Riley Racks". He led Chicago's bike parking program for several years. Our hearts are broken, but we want to make sure his legacy lives on 💙🚲 Please spread the word

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Abundant Housing Illinois @abundanthousingil.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

Here with @strongtownschicago.bsky.social at Chicago City Hall to hear about single-stair reform!

A group of people wearing “Legalize Housing” and “Strong Towns Chicago” standing in the lobby of Chicago’s Cory Hall, under a pride month banner.

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Streetsblog Chicago @chi.streetsblog.org · 03/06/2026

At Friday’s CMAP meeting on DLSD, staff said the Illinois and Chicago transportation departments are going back to the drawing board. Could freeway removals like that of Seoul's Cheonggye Expressway inspire a more people-friendly road layout on our shoreline? chi.streetsblog.org/2026/05/27/c...

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Protect Bridgeport Bicyclists @stevevance.net · 02/06/2026

Ald. Martin on single stair: I want people to feel a sense of urgency around this, to say with each new development that gets approved that could use [single stair] but doesn't...that we're losing the opportunity to house more families and people across Chicago

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Protect Bridgeport Bicyclists @stevevance.net · 01/06/2026

Single stair people! We have a subject matter hearing at the relevant Chicago City Council committee on Thursday, June 4, at 10:30 am We’re looking for people to attend (to observe) and to give a public comment on the mic RSVP so we can send you talking points

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Flood the Zone: Zoning Committee Subject Matter Hearing on Single Stair

Join housing advocates from at the Zoning Committee meeting on June 4 at 10am for a critical subject matter hearing on Single Stair homes.

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SideStreets @sidestreets.bsky.social · 17/05/2026

The people demand Accessory Commercial Units!

Hordes of people descend on a handful of garage sales in an alley

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Abundant Housing Illinois @abundanthousingil.bsky.social · 06/05/2026

Dr. Chloe Groome of @strongtownschicago.bsky.social speaks as a proponent. "These reforms empower local, working-class property owners to respond directly to their communities’ needs, rather than relying solely on large developers to deliver new housing."

Dr. Chloe Groome speaks virtually at the House Executive Committee Hearing.

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Streetsblog Chicago @chi.streetsblog.org · 05/05/2026

On Fox 32's Four Star Podcast, host Grant Horne and John discussed Livable Streets issues. At 33:15 we talk about "stroads," a term coined by Strong Towns' Charles Marohn for highway-like streets in urban areas, and how to fix them. www.youtube.com/watch?v=7JhM... @strongtownschicago.bsky.social

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Strong Towns Chicago @strongtownschicago.bsky.social · 24/04/2026

Speak up against highway expansion on DSLD and for a call, appropriate boulevard at tomorrow's CMAP meeting!

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Strong Towns Chicago @strongtownschicago.bsky.social · 10/04/2026

There were 32,660 hit-and-runs in Chicago last year. Nearly a third of all crashes. Behind every one of those numbers, someone's life was changed. A Strong Towns Chicago volunteer put all of it on a dashboard. 🧵

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Strong Towns Chicago @strongtownschicago.bsky.social · 07/04/2026

Chicago requires two stairways in apartment buildings above two stories, even small ones on standard 25-foot lots. That rule eats up a lot of space. We built a tool that shows exactly how much 🧵

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Strong Towns Chicago @strongtownschicago.bsky.social · 05/04/2026

Join us for a happy hour and panel on land value taxes on 4/30. Panel will feature former Milwaukee Mayor John Norquist, Chief Economist at Redfin Daryl Fairweather, Executive Director of Center for Land Economics Greg Miller, and others. Link in comments!

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Strong Towns Chicago @strongtownschicago.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

Did you know most Chicago alders send regular updates directly to residents, and most people have no idea? Enter: the ward newsletter 🧵

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Strong Towns Chicago @strongtownschicago.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

ADUs are now legal in 60% of Chicago, up from just 12% during the pilot phase. That means coach houses, garden units, and basement conversions can now be built across most of the city. This is one of the biggest housing policy shifts in years. 📸 BLDG PROJ

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Strong Towns Chicago @strongtownschicago.bsky.social · 31/03/2026

🔧 What's Banned on Your Block? 41% of Chicago's land is zoned for single-family homes or two-flats only. That limits housing options and makes it harder for regular people to start businesses. Enter your address and see what's restricted on your block. www.strongtownschicago.org/whats-banned...

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Strong Towns Chicago @strongtownschicago.bsky.social · 31/03/2026

Do you really know the city of Chicago's financial position? Where the car crashes in your neighborhood keep happening? Which alders are blocking housing reform? Our volunteers built 11 free tools to dig into questions like these. Starting tomorrow, we're spotlighting one at a time. 🔧

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Strong Towns Chicago @strongtownschicago.bsky.social · 26/03/2026

🚇 New episode! We sat down with Acting CTA President Nora Leerhsen to talk about the future of transit in Chicago. Where the CTA is headed, what riders can expect, and why public transit matters for building a stronger city. Listen wherever you get your podcasts! www.strongtownschicago.org/podcast

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Strong Towns Chicago @strongtownschicago.bsky.social · 25/03/2026

Chicago made the Strongest Town Final Four but we’re up against a Wisconsin trio! Our 2025 highlights: 🏠 ADU legalization + ending parking mandates near transit 🎭 Improv that helped save CTA funding 🧰 Data tools for civic engagement 🚶 Neighborhood walking tours Vote by Fri at strongesttown.com

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Home Round 2

Developing a safe, inviting, financially resilient town is hard work. The Strongest Town Contest recognizes the work being done.

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Strong Towns Chicago @strongtownschicago.bsky.social · 11/09/2025

Strong towns Chicago shirts now available for $25-$30! Buying a shirt will also qualify folks for ST member perks like private slack channels and members only events! Link in comments

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Strong Towns Chicago @strongtownschicago.bsky.social · 02/09/2025

Thank you Pilsen Public Art Tours for the awesome tour of Pilsen! We loved learning about the history of the murals

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Strong Towns Chicago @strongtownschicago.bsky.social · 17/06/2025

Strong Towns Chicago members are at city hall today to support an ordinance that would eliminate parking mandates in certain transit-served areas! Less parking = more homes, more walkability, and stronger cities!

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Strong Towns Chicago @strongtownschicago.bsky.social · 04/05/2025

Join us for a walking tour of McKinley Park 5/17! Link at the linktree in bio. Tour will highlight the beauty of the area, as well as some areas that could be better served 🚶‍♀️🚶‍♂️

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Strong Towns Chicago @strongtownschicago.bsky.social · 24/04/2025

Video from last night! It’s like entering a whole different world when you round the corner

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Strong Towns Chicago @strongtownschicago.bsky.social · 24/04/2025

Lincoln Square was so lively last night! The street is closed to vehicle traffic for about a week, and every night so far people have come out to enjoy a car-free space! If you want to see this block be car-free more frequently (or permanently 👀), be sure to support the businesses there this week!

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Strong Towns Chicago @strongtownschicago.bsky.social · 20/03/2025

URGENT HOUSING ALERT: IL Housing Chair, Rep. Lilian Jimenez, failed to advance four critical pieces of legislation which will begin addressing our severe housing shortage. Please give her office a call ASAP. This legislation needs to be advanced this week. actionnetwork.org/letters/we-n...

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We need housing now!

In a bizarre turn of events, the Illinois House's Housing Committee didn't give any of the housing legalization bills a hearing. The Chair of the Housing committee failed to put four bills addressing ...

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Strong Towns Chicago @strongtownschicago.bsky.social · 13/02/2025

Hello Bluesky! Join us for the second installment of our Urbanist Movie Night series on Tuesday February 25th. We'll be showing a currated set of videos exploring the Loneliness Epidemic and the ways in which we can effect change from the bottom up. www.eventbrite.com/e/strong-tow...

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Strong Towns Chicago Watch Party: The Loneliness Epidemic </3

Join us for a Strong Towns Chicago Watch Party to discuss ways our neighborhoods and cities are making us lonely.

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