Henton
Henton, IL · Traffic & Transit
capitolcitynow.com
Progress on the Bus Stop
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (CAPITOL CITY NOW) – The owners of the Bus Stop, a downtown bar which closed before it could even open, are considering three locations for their new business, according to Springfield Business Journal executive editor Michelle Ownbey. Ownbey said the business’ damage from the Aug. 27 water...
capitolcitynow.com
Spike in diesel prices hitting central Illinois truckers hard
DECATUR, Ill. (WAND) – The national price of diesel fuel spiked to $6.23 a gallon Monday morning. It was worse in Decatur, where a gallon of diesel hit $6.48 at a truck stop next to Interstate 72. “It’s really, really tough, especially for the small trucking company owners who...
Progressive Rail Roading
Illinois commission approves funds for rail crossing improvements
The Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC) has approved $1.1 million from the Grade Crossing Protection Fund (GCPF) to install new automatic warning devices and concrete crossing surfaces at the East Solon Road and Blivin Street crossings near Solon Mills and Spring Grove, Illinois. The GCPF will cover 95% of the estimated...
metro-magazine.com
NITA Names New Leadership, Expands Reduced-Fare Program at First Board Meeting
The Northern Illinois Transit Authority (NITA) Board of Directors held its first meeting, naming the agency's new leadership and taking its first steps on regional fare policy. The board unanimously elected Tom Kotarac as chair and named Jamie Rhee as interim executive director. It also voted to expand the Access...
capitolcitynow.com
District 186 does the best it can with bus routes, said officials
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (CAPITOL CITY NOW) – The Springfield Public School District’s bus routing system is, perhaps, intricate. But in the minds of some, maybe not intricate enough. Take board member Micah Miller, who had to figure out at the last minute there was no bus for one of...
advantagenews.com
Brighton Mayor updates plans for 267 / 111 north to Route 16
The highway that connects Brighton to Southwestern High School is in need of repairs, and the Brighton mayor gives an update on planned upgrades. That stretch of Illinois 267 is one of the few sections of state highway around Brighton that has not been completely resurfaced in recent years, and many consider its condition to be a safety concern.
chronicleillinois.com
New Northern Illinois Transit Authority board hires interim director, maps parking minimum bans
The first-ever meeting of the newly formed Northern Illinois Transit Authority board of directors was held Sept. 10 and lasted almost five hours. And while much of it was spent on elected officials’ remarks, introductions of new and returning directors, and a closed session, the new body did address several important items.
The Center Square
New transit board approves reduced fare pilots
(The Center Square) – Backed by an influx of taxpayer funds, the Northern Illinois Transit Authority board has voted to expand reduced fare programs for students and Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program recipients. The NITA board held its first meeting in Chicago on Thursday. Peter Kersten, division manager of the Regional Planning Group, said Cook County helps fund the Access pilot program for SNAP recipients. “Survey data suggests that expansion of the Access pilot to (Chicago Transit Authority) and Pace will dramatically increase the number of rides, given that each of those two have a higher prevalence of SNAP participants among their current ridership base,” Kersten said. Kersten said the pilot could be made permanent during the 2027 budget process. The board also voted to extend reduced CTA and Pace fares for students all hours of the day and all days of the year, instead of just on school days during certain hours. “New funding in the NITA Act and amended into the 2026 regional budget covers any lost fare revenue or administrative expense,” Kersten said. Senate Bill 2111 was passed by the Illinois General Assembly last fall and signed by Gov. J.B. Pritzker in December. State Sen. Ram Villivalam, D-Chicago,
taylorvilledailynews.com
Norfolk Southern Railroad Crossings to Close for Repairs
The City of Taylorville has announced that in the coming week, several railroad crossings in the area will be temporarily closed as Norfolk Southern conducts repairs. On Monday, September 14th, the ADM Crossing, Main Cross Street Crossing, and Franklin Street Crossing will be closed. On Tuesday, September 15th, the Palmer...
wdbr.com
Springfield 19th Street railroad corridor moves closer to redevelopment
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WAND) – A long-discussed railroad corridor in Springfield is one step closer to becoming a reality. City officials and community members gathered to contribute to a feasibility study. Some residents said the corridor has been a thorn in the side of many people in the Eastside community.
taylorvilledailynews.com
Route 185 Now Open Between Hillsboro and Coffeen
Motorists traveling between Hillsboro and Coffeen can once again use Route 185, following the reopening of the roadway. The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office has announced that Route 185 between Hillsboro and Coffeen is now open to traffic. The reopening means drivers who have been avoiding the area or using...
regionalmedianews.com
Gas Prices Still on The High Side
Gas prices are climbing for local drivers traveling between Fulton and Clinton or heading inland along Route 30. Illinois averages have jumped by more than 50 cents recently, with regional supply adjustments being blamed for the spike. That means commuters, delivery drivers, and families planning weekend travel may feel a bigger pinch at the pump.