A Chicago DOT employee, Riley O’Neil, died in a tragic bicycle crash on Halsted Street after being struck by a truck while swerving to avoid an open car door. A passionate advocate for safer cycling infrastructure, O’Neil played a key role in the city’s Smart Streets initiative, which aims to expand protected bike lanes. His death has deeply shaken the community, prompting Ald. Nicole Lee to offer heartfelt condolences and underscoring the urgent need for cyclist safety improvements. As officials review the crash and continue planning for safer streets—including proposed bike lane extensions on 35th Street—the city mourns a dedicated public servant and redoubles its commitment to preventing future tragedies.
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