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Chicago officials say the project’s first phase would transform 5.3 miles of the congested artery for about $50 million.

When the city replaced the Wells Street Bridge in 1922, “L” service was suspended for just three days. How’d they manage that? 

The design favored by top Chicago staffers would preserve parking on both sides of Ashland Avenue but eliminate two traffic lanes.

Officials clarify options for “bus rapid transit” along a 21-mile stretch linking Howard and 95th streets.

Inspired by the armchair and amateur athletic opportunities of the 2012 Summer Olympics, Weekender checks out rare baseball newsreels and a Triple Crown yo yo competition.

Originally slated to take off in June, Chicago's bike share program has been delayed because of allegations the proposal process was flawed.

Chicago's main train station is being targeted with a master plan designed to increase its capacity and improve train passengers' experiences.There have been a number of grand plans for Union Station, the nation's third-busiest after New York's Grand Central and Penn Stations.