How can we slow climbing traffic deaths in Illinois?

Local organizers and a Chicago alderman weigh in.

By Sarah Stark
Traffic deaths in Illinois
In this March 31, 2021 file photo, traffic flows along Interstate 90 highway as a Metra suburban commuter train moves along an elevated track in Chicago. Shafkat Anowar / Associated Press
Traffic deaths in Illinois
In this March 31, 2021 file photo, traffic flows along Interstate 90 highway as a Metra suburban commuter train moves along an elevated track in Chicago. Shafkat Anowar / Associated Press

How can we slow climbing traffic deaths in Illinois?

Local organizers and a Chicago alderman weigh in.

By Sarah Stark
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In the first three months of 2022, traffic deaths in the United States hit a 20-year high, according to a report released by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration last week.

Reset talks with an alderman and three local organizers to discuss what road safety looks like in Chicago — and what improvements can be considered.

GUESTS: Ald. Matt Martin, 47th Ward

Courtney Cobbs, co-founder of Better Streets Chicago

David Simmons, executive director of Ride Illinois

Jim Merrell, managing director of advocacy at Active Transportation Alliance