speed cameras

Drivers are urged to slow down in the "safety zone" to avoid costly tickets.

Ald. Tim Cullerton (38th) said the camera has already reduced the speed of cars along Irving Park Road.

The latest cameras are two of 50 speed cameras going up in 2013.

The city continues to roll out speed cameras in "Children's Safety Zones" near city parks and schools.

Drivers are advised to slow down or face fines when speeding past Horner Park.

Transportation Commissioner Gabe Klein said, "If you get a ticket, you are just not paying attention."

People caught speeding near Gompers Park on the North Side will start getting tickets Wednesday.

Mayor Rahm Emanuel said the arrival of speed cameras had nothing to do with the decision.

Barnet Fagel said he is looking forward to Chicago's speed cameras "with bated breath."

The Mayor's Office broke a promise to consult with him on the cameras' locations in his ward, Arena said.

Transportation officials say the cameras will be activated later this week along Pershing Road.

The Department of Transportation released the 50 locations for speed cameras to be running in 2013.

The Gompers Park speed cameras will begin a 30-day period of sending out warnings next week.

No warnings or tickets will be issued during the two weeks of testing, officials said.

Drivers, pedestrians were divided along expected lines on cameras, but both cited the need for safety.