What Chicago is talking about this week:
Obviously ... the fact that it is 2012.
And, surprisingly, the fact that it's the last new year's eve celebration we'll all have together (at least, if you believe those pesky Mayans and their calendars) didn't turn the night into anything overly raucous.
Now it's time to settle in to the new year -- and, just as we all say goodbye to 100 watt bulbs across the country, it's important for us to become aware of the 214 state laws that went into effect a few hours ago. For instance, back seat riders must now wear a seat belt -- and bikes (who are supposed to stop at traffic lights but seldom do) can now legally proceed through a red light after waiting two minutes.
Something in me hopes that the local cops have more important things to do than to start enforcing those two regulations. You know, like working to fight the crime that seems to be increasing in the 'hood!
214 NEW LAWS FOR ILLINOIS IN 2012:
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/01/01/new-illinois-laws-in-2012_n_1177019.html
SEARCH YOUR OWN 'HOOD FOR THE CRIME RATE:
http://chicago.everyblock.com/crime/
SELECTIVELY OBEYING TRAFFIC RULES:
http://www.theatlanticcities.com/commute/2011/12/uncomfortable-relationship-between-bikes-and-red-lights/623/
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