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Member survey results

Eighty-one percent of us ride our bikes at least a few times per week. Find out more about Active Trans members. >>More

Advocacy prevails in Springfield

We did it! Our relentless fight in Springfield paid off, and your support is what made the difference. >> More

Soar down car-free Lake Shore Drive May 30

Registration is open for the MB Financial Bank Bike the Drive. >> More

Bike-riding lessons transform lives

Those of us who regularly ride bikes forget about the freedom and empowerment that comes with learning to ride. >> More

Humboldt Park residents build walkable communities

“A lot of people don’t even walk to the close parks or grocery stores,” said Marilyn Pitchford, the person responsible for a new walkability assessment program in Humboldt Park. >> More

Wheaton develops bike plan with Active Trans

By the fall, the City of Wheaton will join the ranks of a growing number of communities in the region that have a bike plan in place. >> More

Find your next home by bike

Homewood and Oak Park real estate agents are hosting open houses by bike. >>More

Expert commuters available for office calls

For anyone who is new to biking to work, or just wants a refresher course, Active Transportation Alliance offers a step-by-step commuting presentation. >> More

Group reaches Kidical Mass

Kidical Mass rides are taking place in a neighborhood near you. >> More

Residents celebrate crossing guards across Illinois

Crossing guards are out on the streets everyday, no matter the weather, protecting children as they make their way to and from school.>> More

Commuter profile: Jeff Broekhoven

"I appreciate and take advantage of the transit options Chicago has to offer; it might just be the best reason to live in a city or urban area." >> More

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