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It's Time For More Public Transportation

For too long, we've thrown money at "roads and bridges to nowhere" rather than making smart investments in public transportation. Public transportation improvements will reduce our dependence on oil, relieve traffic congestion and cut global warming. Investing in high-speed rail, rapid bus systems and modern metro service will also create more permanent jobs and long-term economic benefits than money spent building new roads. With higher gas prices and a suffering economy, it's time to prioritize public transportation.

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Illinois PIRG Highlights

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A Better Way To Go

Our new report shows that public transportation in Northeastern Illinois is responsible for 276 million gallons of oil saved and $723 million dollars saved that would have otherwise been spent on gas.

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Squeaky Clean?

Emily Miller, our staff attorney, released results from new testing that show high levels of phthalates, toxic compounds that have been linked to potential harmful health effects, in popular children’s toys, including the rubber ducky.

Find out more about our work on toy safetyRead the results
 

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