We’re building the Crosstown Trail one step at a time—and we’re grateful for the growing coverage along the way. Here you’ll find articles and features about the Crosstown Trail, plus related stories that show how Chicago neighborhoods are pushing for safer, more connected ways to walk, roll, and ride.
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Built World
June 4, 2026
The Underused Rail Corridor That Could Become Chicago’s Next 606
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Active Transportation Alliance
May 26, 2026
Four Rail-Trail Projects Taking Shape in Chicago
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Blockclub Chicago
March 6, 2026
Portage Park Bike Network Plan Sees Strong Support At Packed Neighborhood Meeting
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Chicago Tribune
January 15, 2026
An Expressway That Went Nowhere: Massive Citizen Revolt Spelled Doom for Richard J. Daley’s Crosstown Expressway
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Blockclub Chicago
November 14, 2025
Proposed Crosstown Bike Trail Gains Traction But Needs Anti-Gentrification Measures, Some Say
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Zoom Webinar
November 13, 2025
Crosstown Trail Virtual Town Hall
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Blockclub Chicago
June 9, 2025
Failed Crosstown Expressway Could Become Bike Trail Connecting Bucktown To Botanic Gardens
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Streetsblog Chicago
July 12, 2021
Remember the Crosstown? Here’s the Story of Chicago’s Successful 1970s Freeway Revolt