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brandon mcfadden 🛤️ @brandonmcfadden.com · Nov 25
Today @matt_weiss_ and I are going to attempt the unofficial @cta 'L' Challenge! The goal is to visit all 145 CTA stations as fast as possible. I'll be documenting the excursion via this Twitter thread, so check back here as we progress through the system! #MBLrun
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hello big boy :)
A large black steam locomotive (number 4014) approaches on railroad tracks beneath a signal gantry, with workers in orange safety gear nearby and a crowd in the foreground watching. A close side view of steam locomotive 4014 moving past a crowd, with many people holding up phones to take photos as steam rises and trees line the background. A long black steam train (UP Big Boy’s 4014) travels through a green rural landscape under a blue sky, with tall grass and trees in the foreground and freight cars trailing behind the locomotive. A side view of Union Pacific steam locomotive 4014 traveling along tracks near a grassy area and road crossing, with trees, power lines, and a few onlookers in the background as light steam rises from the engine.
June 3, 2026 at 9:53 PM
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Reminder: if you're joining us for @yptchicago.org's annual Transportation Trivia Night *tonight* at Pilot Project Brewing in Logan Square, and coming from downtown, I'll be hanging out at The Booze Caboose from 4:15-5:00 then taking Metra to Clybourn and cutting over on the Armitage bus. Tag along!
April 30, 2026 at 5:52 PM
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all of the new signage for drivers at logan square circle reminds me of somewhere…
Wide intersection at Logan Square Circle and Wrightwood with multiple traffic signs and large red arrows pointing to the signs. A photo showing the road through Breezewood PA with numerous signage along the roadside
April 12, 2026 at 4:35 PM
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✨ Meet the faces behind YPT Chicago! ✨

Our Board of Directors brings together public & private sector professionals shaping the future of mobility in Chicago & beyond. 🚆🚲🚌🚦

Stay tuned to learn more about each member and what drives them!

Follow us on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/ypt-...
February 23, 2026 at 11:51 PM
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the river is doing the thing!
A photo of a City landscape. The river running the center of the image is steaming.
December 14, 2025 at 4:56 PM
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Our next and final Board Member Feature is Brandon McFadden!

You can read Brandon's full feature on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/feed/update/...
November 9, 2025 at 2:00 PM
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happy rpm phase one completion date to all who celebrate! 🎉
The Anakin and Princess Leia meme template that says: “RPM PROJECT PHASE COMPLETED” “THE RED LINE WILL BE SO MUCH FASTER NOW THAT RPM IS COMPLETE!” “THE TRAINS ARE GONNA BE FASTER RIGHT?”
July 20, 2025 at 7:20 PM
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there is simply just not enough parking
a photo of a full bike rack with two additional bikes locked up to the handrail on the ADA accessibility ramp.
July 19, 2025 at 5:20 AM
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It’s good to be back home 😌
got to spend this work week at the mothership for leadership development training!
A photograph of American Way, facing south towards Skyview 8 with towers D and E in view. The view from the photo taker (me) while riding a bicycle on American Way. A photo of Skyview 6, the Hospitality Complex on the American Airlines Dallas-Fort Worth campus. A view from the window of a plane overlooking the wing. The north sides eastern lake edge can be seen beyond the wing.
June 27, 2025 at 12:29 AM
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As a long-time Regional Connect Pass user, I've created a quick flowchart to help you purchase the new Regional Day Pass. Once you get the hang of it, it's pretty simple!
A flow chart to purchase and use the new Regional Day Pass: STEP 1: Do you have a smartphone: No: Sorry, Regional Day Pass is only available on the Ventra app. Yes: continue to Step 2 STEP 2: Do you have a Ventra card? No: Does your smartphone have a virtual wallet? If no, try again next time after you buy a Ventra card from a Ventra vending machine. If yes, set up a virtual Ventra card in the app and continue to Step 3. Yes: Make sure your card is linked to your account in the Ventra app and continue to Step 3. STEP 3: Did you already take a CTA or Pace trip today? Yes, whoops: Thank you for your donation and continue to purchase a Metra Day Pass in the app, then continue to Step 4. No: Purchase a Metra Day Pass in the app, then continue to Step 4. STEP 4: Did you select "Add a Regional Day Pass" after making your Metra ticket purchase? No, whoops: Better luck next time; RDP can only be purchased immediately after buying your Metra ticket. Yes: Continue to Step 5. STEP 5: Did you link it to the correct Ventra card in your account: No, whoops: Better luck next time; make sure to link your RDP to the specific Ventra card you'll be using for the day. Yes: Success! You're all set. Safe travels!
June 20, 2025 at 4:12 PM
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how does one get one of those awesome chicago flag/pride flag pins that city council is wearing 👀
June 18, 2025 at 8:00 PM
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indy pride month bike party was awesome
A photo of 5 people sitting on the grass in front of a tree with bikes leaning against the tree. From left to right are Brandon, Matt Weiss, Riley Choe, @rustbeltenjoyer and Will Hazen A photo of the Soldiers’ and Sailors’ Monument in Indianapolis. Numerous cyclists and pedestrians are seen navigating the traffic circle around the monument. A photo of approximately 75 cyclists cycling down a street with the #15/High School Rd bus driving in the opposing direction. A photo of a Dachshund riding in a crate on the back of a bicycle. The bicycle rider is wearing a galaxy themed gown and a large rainbow pride flag hung from a flag pole off the back of the bike.
June 14, 2025 at 6:32 PM
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Chicago I've missed you! So happy to reconnect with some wonderful friends.
June 13, 2025 at 4:39 AM
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Going straight into the belly of the Shermerville beast on Saturday
June 5, 2025 at 10:44 PM
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tonight!
June 6, 2025 at 4:51 PM
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foggy bottom swim briefs in the fathers day catalog is really something 😂
wmata.com Metro @wmata.com · Jun 4
Don’t wait! Father’s Day is coming fast. Shop our Metro Father’s Day collection online. Thoughtful, useful, and 15% off select items now through Father’s Day! ➡️: dcmetrostore.com/collections/...
June 4, 2025 at 5:00 PM
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because the white sox force you to buy two tickets, i will have an extra ticket for the game tonight in the @chicagobikesox.com section - anyone still need a seat???
June 3, 2025 at 2:38 PM
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Rode the big bridge in MKE yesterday. Tell Wisconsin DOT to turn the highway ramps into a boulevard: www.794lakeinterchange.wisconsindot.gov
The Hoan Bridge in Milwaukee, WI during a day when it is closed to motor traffic and open to cyclists. The bridge is very tall and has yellow arches A selfie with the OP and the OP's partner with the bridge in the background and many cyclists riding on the road in the background a rest stop on the bike ride with many types of bikes visible including a trailer, tandem, and recumbent. A tudor style park fieldhouse is in the background People riding on the Milwaukee lakeshore path with the downtown skyline in the background. The people are riding cargo bikes, one bike has two kids in tow and the other cargo bike has two kids bikes attached in the cargo section
June 2, 2025 at 11:03 PM
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boat run: may 21, 2025
lasalle street lifted
featuring: low level clouds
seven boats out to the lake.
A photo of the Chicago river and skyscrapers. In the river are 7 sailboats, with the Lasalle St Bridge lifted for the sailboats passing.
May 21, 2025 at 5:28 PM
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the 606 trail finally has 360º StreetView imagery!
there are some interesting finds there, including an entire wedding part mobbing the trail for photos 😆
view this and more at: bit.ly/3SOY0vb
May 19, 2025 at 5:46 PM
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Anyways Chicagoans are gonna be very normal about this, I'm sure
May 8, 2025 at 5:29 PM
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404 motivation not found
May 7, 2025 at 9:04 PM
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boat run: may 7, 2025
wells street lifted
five sailboats out to the lake
A photo of the Chicago river and skyscrapers. In the river are 5 sailboats, with the Wells St Bridge lifted for the sailboats passing.
May 7, 2025 at 4:41 PM
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boat run: april 30, 2025
dearborn street lifted
six sailboats out to the lake
A photo of the Chicago river and skyscrapers. In the river are six sailboats, with the Dearborn St Bridge lifted for the sailboats passing.
April 30, 2025 at 5:38 PM