The Illinois Department of Transportation has announced plans to soon reopen the Kennedy Expressway express lanes after months of closures due to a years-long construction project.

On one hand, the state is the national leader in electricity generation from renewable sources, and its renewable energy ...

Bipartisan legislation introduced in Springfield would also create a system for relatives to ask the state to step in if they ...

The Staunton Fire Protection District responded to a report of a vehicle/train collision at the intersection of Madison and Henry streets at about 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 8. The fire department ...

A major 40-vehicle crash on Interstate 70 in Illinois was caused by snowy conditions, resulting in a lengthy closure.

If you have to hit the road in southwestern Illinois this week after this weekend’s winter storm, you may have to uncover a snowy car. But does state law require you to scrape all the ice off your ...

The move comes more than two years after a drunk driver drove her vehicle onto the walkway, killing 21-year-old Ethan ...

It is not illegal to pass a snowplow in Illinois, but "it's not recommended and can be dangerous," Illinois State Police trooper Duane Chappell said.

Relief for Kennedy Expressway drivers should arrive next week when the reversible lanes reopen, Illinois Department of ...

The Florence Bridge in Scott County is closed indefinitely after a police chase led to an SUV crash, causing significant ...

Ahmad Jamal Khamees Alhendi told officer he had a “small bomb” in back of his truck, knowing it was false and in an attempt ...

Travel in Illinois is still risky due to snow and ice-covered roads. State police advise caution and necessary travel only.