Illinois
One Fare Card, Three Transit Systems
Transit officials in Chicago plan to introduce a fare card that riders will be able to use on the city's three public transportation systems.
'Historic Value' Prevents Teardown Of Ranch-Style Home
Preservationists have petitioned the city and stopped a homeowner from tearing down the 1950s ranch-style home he recently purchased, citing the home's historic value.
Historic Preservation Or 'Architectural Taxidermy'?
A number of historic buildings in Chicago are being preserved -- but only on the outside. Developers have bent the rules of preservation to repurpose historic buildings as parking garages and luxury condos while preserving only their facades.
Should Gas Taxes Be Raised To Fund Public Transit?
While public transit trips have been increasing, funding the systems remains a chronic problem, illustrated by the woes facing the Chicago El. This editorial urges Congress to increase the gas tax to provide all transit systems more revenue.
Chicago Gets 3D Glimpse Of Proposed Spire
Santiago Calatrava unveils his Chicago Spire -- slated to be the tallest building in the nation -- in three dimensions to a mostly appreciative audience.
A 'Year of Decision' For Chicago's El System
For Chicago's El, big decisions must be made to modernize the nations' second largest transit system and alleviate it routine budget shortfalls.
First 'Eco-Friendly' Mall Opens In Chicago
The first of its kind development is hoping to transform the booming interest in all things green into, well, green.
Plan Calls For Cemetery To Serve As Park
Developers in Ozark, Illinois have incorporated a historic cemetery into a downtown revitalization project, hoping to create usable open space for the community.
Is Chicago The New 'Green' American City?
San Francisco Mayor Gavin Newsom, whose city has typically been recognized for its environmental leadership, recently visited Chicago to observe the pioneering work of Mayor Daley in implementing green building principles and gather new ideas.
Cabrini Green's Dying Breath
Though only a few towers remain from Chicago's notorious Cabrini Green housing project, new and old problems persist.
States And Feds Push Indiana-Illinois Tollway
As part of a federal plan to accelerate the planning of new multistate highway corridors, Indiana is rallying support for a 63-mile, privately-funded tollway to connect the state to neighboring Illinois.
Chicago Transit Authority Board Members Don't Use Mass Transit
Chicago Transit Authority board members prefer to drive, leading the mass transit riding public to think they don't understand system problems.
New SRO Building Gets Starchitect Treatment
Architect Helmut Jahn's design for a new single-room occupancy building on the edge of Chicago's former Cabrini Green project gets high marks, but some criticize the cost of using high-end architects for affordable housing.
Transitway Plan Revived And Revised In Chicago
Chicago Mayor Richard Daley proposed a revised version of a crosstown expressway his father, former Mayor Richard J. Daley, first envisioned almost 30 years ago. The mayor's new plan for a Mid-City Transitway would utilize existing rights of way.
Permeable Pavement Holds Promise, And Some Doubts
Chicago is keen to use porous asphalt and paving for new transportation projects, touting its environmental benefits, but questions remain about its long term effectiveness -- including its ability to withstand Chicago winters.
Housing Boom Revitalizing Small Town America
As more seniors and empty nesters seek to reclaim the downtown lifestyle of their youth, small towns across America are experiencing a second chance at economic vitality.
Rural Water Authority Creation Spurs Controversy
A battle is raging in rural Illinois over a proposed multi-county water authority that would control the use and tax of water within the heavily farmed region. Many farmers fear a loss of control, and developers anticipate more restrictions.
Taking Homes For Parking? Think Again!
A back door plan to use eminent domain to provide additional parking for a main street shopping district creates outrage in a Chicago area community.
Plans For Eco-Mart Get Green Light
Developers in Chicago are hoping to reuse an old lamp factory building by transforming it into a green merchandise mart.
Diversification and Reinvention Keeps Chicago Going Strong
Despite declining manufacturing employment, Chicago has continuously reinvented itself -- resulting in a thriving, diverse economy that leverages the throngs of young professionals continually attracted to the city.
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