Tag: bikes

A yellow sign warning motorists to watch for bicycles crossing the street

What to know about cycling-related bills Illinois lawmakers considered during spring session

Here’s a rundown of the cycling-related measures that passed and the ones that did not.

Several car and truck drivers head south on South Lincoln Avenue adjacent to a gas station. A cyclist is also visible behind the cars.

Champaign County seeking feedback on proposed South Lincoln Avenue redesign

Officials are asking for input on a proposal that aims to improve safety along one part of the north-south arterial road in Urbana. The plan would include a lane reduction as well as new bike lanes and pedestrian crossings.

A green painted bike lane symbol on a road

Official Illinois Bike Maps available

The Illinois Department of Transportation has announced new-and-improved Illinois Official Bike Maps, a free and convenient resource showcasing the state’s vast bicycle network of trails, paths and streets. Maps for each of IDOT’s nine districts include new features and designs that make them easier to understand, while including more information on noteworthy stops and attractions