City Worker Who Improved Bike Infrastructure Killed While Biking In Bridgeport (opens original article in a new tab)

Riley O'Neil, a Chicago Department of Transportation employee, was killed while biking in Bridgeport on June 5, 2026, after a driver opened a car door into his path. He was involved in improving bike infrastructure in the city.

• Riley O'Neil was killed by a driver who opened a car door into his path while biking in Bridgeport.
• O'Neil worked on improving bike infrastructure in Chicago, including bike parking and protected lanes.
• Advocates are calling for increased bike safety measures and renaming bike racks as 'Riley Racks' in his honor.
• The driver was cited for multiple violations, including driving on a suspended license.