Analyst, alderman agree: More Chicago speed cameras will hurt low-income drivers

Published June 16, 2025 12:37pm ET



(The Center Square) – One of Chicago’s latest moves to collect revenue may have a disproportionate effect on lower-income drivers.

According to Dylan Sharkey of the Illinois Policy Institute, Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson is adding 50 new speed cameras across the city, 27 of which are expected to begin issuing tickets this month.

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