# Kennedy Expressway Traffic Fixes

> Readers propose lane expansions, tolls, and transit improvements for Chicago's Kennedy Expressway.
- Title: Kennedy Expressway Traffic Fixes · Chicago Sun-Times
- Summary: Readers propose lane expansions, tolls, and transit improvements for Chicago's Kennedy Expressway.
- Keywords: kennedy expressway, traffic, lanes, tolls, public transit, chicago, Chicago Sun-Times
- Source: Chicago Sun-Times — https://chicago.suntimes.com/transportation/2026/11/14/traffic-kennedy-expressway-what-you-told-us
- Published: 2026-11-14T12:00:00+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: kennedy expressway, traffic, lanes, tolls, public transit, chicago, news, local
## Reader suggestions for Kennedy Expressway
Readers proposed adding lanes, charging tolls, and improving public transit to address Kennedy Expressway traffic.

> Stack another deck of lanes on top.
## Metra and CTA improvements
Readers suggested more frequent trains, bus-only lanes for express service, and protected bike lanes.

> More frequent trains, both Metra and CTA, bus-only lanes for express service on major streets, more protected bike lanes.
## Toll subsidies for transit
Readers proposed charging tolls to subsidize mass transit services.

> Charge a toll to subsidize mass transit.
## Work-from-home incentives
Readers suggested incentives for work-from-home and flexible hours to reduce traffic.

> Incentives from business for more work from home and different hours. Incentives for drivers to not drive during certain times.
## Bike infrastructure
Readers called for better bike infrastructure and more accessible train stations.

> More and better train and bus service and bike infrastructure. Tolls. ... More accessible train stations.
## Express lane management
Readers proposed running express lanes inbound during peak evening hours.

> Run the express lanes inbound in the evening. That’s when inbound travel times are the highest.
## L line improvements
Readers suggested extending short-merge on-ramps and splitting downtown exits earlier.

> Split downtown exits earlier and in larger groups. Extend short-merge on-ramps.
## I-94 elevation
Readers proposed elevating I-94 over existing roadbed to improve merging.

> Have I-94 merge in more toward or after Addison by elevating the highway over the existing roadbed.
## AI traffic solutions
Readers suggested using AI to improve car spacing and reduce lane changes.

> Could AI or computer-controlled driving increase efficiency, car spacing, fewer lane changes?
## Key takeaway

Chicago readers suggest adding lanes, charging tolls, and improving public transit to address Kennedy Expressway traffic.