Champaign Voices

Cities Try Daytime Curfews for Scooters; Scooters Do Not Read Signs

Published: August 24, 2026

Municipal rules targeted shared e-scooters after sidewalk chaos, a policy clash between convenience and ankles. What do you think?

“If it has wheels and no license, walk it.”
Dale Evilsizor, Sidewalk Territorial Governor
“Ban the silent ones that appear behind you like ghosts.”
Karen Pence, Ankle Integrity Advocate
“Fun until you meet a curb with opinions.”
Ron Bodey, Man Who Almost Bought One