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Chicago e-bikes, scooters, and bike lanes

E-Bike Rules & Bikes Lanes In Chicago

Hey Chicago! Last week, we covered the Ultimate Guide To Parking In Chicago. This week, we wanted to talk about two things happening that may soon affect how you get around the city.  First, Illinois is about to pass a new state law on electric bikes or scooters. While this is happening, Chicago is adding protected bike lanes to some of its busiest streets, which has started some loud arguments in neighborhoods like Brighton Park and West Town over parking, traffic, and who the city is designing these streets for….

Chicago Parking Guide

The Ultimate Guide To Parking In Chicago

Hey Chicago! A while back, someone posted to r/chicago with the title I got 2 tickets for the same thing from the same officer. It picked up more than 700+ upvotes, because that mix of confusion and frustration is something most of us can definitely relate to. The top comment helpfully clarified that you’re only supposed to get one citation per violation per 24-hour period, even though they got a second one. And while it’s worth a chuckle, it’s kinda the story of parking in Chicago, isn’t it? The rules…

Guide to Chicago's Beaches

A Guide To Chicago’s Beaches

Hey Chicago summer lovers! Most people who don’t live here assume Chicago is a city you experience from the inside: museums, restaurants, architecture, sports. What they might be surprised about is that Chicago has 28 miles of Lake Michigan shoreline and about 27 publicly maintained beaches, all of them free. At the time of this article, 4 beaches are closed indefinitely due to erosion, so it’s important to check the Chicago Park District’s website before heading out. We find that most Chicagoans stick to one beach and don’t bother exploring…

June 2026 events in Chicago

June 2026 Events In Chicago

Hey Chicago! Summer is finally just around the corner, and you know what that means – we’re about to enter full-on festival season! There’s a lot going on in Chicago this summer, so we’re going to be breaking down our event articles monthly to make sure all the best and most interesting events are covered. This week’s article is about what’s happening in June. There are free concerts in Millennium Park, neighborhood street fests, Pride celebrations, art fairs, and food crawls. Before we get started: if you’re new here, welcome! …