A couple of weeks ago, the Chicago city council began discussion on a proposal that bans texting while bicycling. “This ordinance basically levels the playing field between motorists and bicyclists,” said Ald. Margaret Laurino, 39th, chairman of the committee and sponsor of the measure. “Like drivers, bicyclists will not be able to text while moving. [...]
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Detroit cyclist gets a ticket and possible child endangerment charges
Here’s sort of an odd one that appeared in my inbox courtesy of Ann Rappaport: On September 2nd, Sean Harrington biked to the Detroit RiverWalk with his twin sons in a bike trailer. On the way home, he took the sidewalk north on Park Avenue, which is a one way side street heading south. When [...]
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Even Motor Trend Hates the GM “College Discount” Ad
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