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Nearly 4,000 Il drivers caught speeding in one day in July

Nearly 4,000 Il drivers caught speeding in one day in July

Illinois · 09-10

WEHT/WTVW

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Diesel fuel, gasoline hit record highs as some of Central Illinois sees relief

CENTRAL ILLINOIS (WCIA) — Two records for gasoline and diesel fuel prices were set just days apart in the last week, even as gas prices in some Central Illinois communities came down. GasBuddy announced on Friday that diesel fuel had reached its highest price ever — $5.87 per gallon, surpassing the previous record set in […]

Illinois · 09-09

taylorvilledailynews.com

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TPD Announces Road Closure for Asphalt Installation

The Taylorville Police Department (TPD) announced this morning there will be an upcoming road closure as construction work continues on West Main Cross. Beginning Thursday, September 10, West Main Cross will be closed from Webster Street to Houston Street while crews install the surface course of asphalt. The closure will...

Taylorville, IL · 09-09
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High gas prices continue to impact the Tri-States and the country

IOWA, ILLINOIS & MISSOURI— High gas prices continue to impact the Tri-States and the country. The national average for a gallon of regular unleaded is $4.15. The average price for a gallon of diesel is $5.89. On average, a gallon of gas will cost you $3.87 in Iowa. In...

Missouri · 09-08
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Decatur Moves Marks First Anniversary With More Than 170,000 Passenger Boardings

September 8, 2026 – Decatur Moves is marking its first anniversary after providing more than 170,000 passenger boardings during its first year of on-demand microtransit service in Decatur and Macon County. The City of Decatur launched Decatur Moves on September 8, 2025, with an initial projection of about 100...

Decatur, IL · 09-08

25newsnow.com

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Fighting for freedom: Central Illinois connection to Underground Railroad runs deep

BLOOMINGTON (25News Now) - The Bloomington Public Library is showcasing a traveling exhibit “Journey to Freedom: Illinois’ Underground Railroad” through Nov. 30. The exhibit highlights stories from stops along the lifeline to freedom like Springfield, Quincy, and Chicago. Those stories, told through video and illustrations, bring the stories to life.

Bloomington, IL · 09-09

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Take the “Road to Zero” Survey Today

(Undated) — IDOT and the Greater Wabash Regional Planning Commission are asking for the public’s input. Communities across Illinois are working to build “Comprehensive Safety Action Plans” to serve their regions and need your help to ensure success. The statewide “Road to Zero” safety initiative is a data-driven program led by the Illinois Department of Transportation to eliminate traffic deaths and serious injuries on local roadways. The public is being asked to take a couple of minutes to share their transportation experiences, concerns for traveling in their region, and suggestions for improvement. The GWRPC serves Crawford, Edwards, Lawrence, Richland, Wabash, Wayne, and White counties in southeastern Illinois. To take part, find the survey at ilsafetyactionplans.org/survey.

Illinois · 09-09

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Northern Illinois Transit Authority launches despite downstate funding concerns

Springfield, IL (WAND) – The Northern Illinois Transit Authority is now officially in charge of Chicagoland buses and trains, but the $1.5 billion transit spending and reform plan left downstate lawmakers and taxpayers concerned. Gov. JB Pritzker said Illinois transit was facing a doomsday scenario last year, with service...

Illinois · 09-07

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Overnight Ramp Closures Planned At Route 23 And Interstate 80 Interchange

Construction on the Illinois 23 bridge over Interstate 80 in Ottawa is moving on to a new phase. According to the Illinois Department of Transportation, all ramps at the interchange will be closed starting at 6 o'clock this evening. All ramps are expected to reopen by 10 o'clock Thursday morning. During this time, traffic on Route 23 also will return to using the northbound and southbound sides of the road. However, traffic will remain using one lane in each direction to allow patching to be completed in the center lanes and median.

Ottawa, IL · 09-02

Progressive Rail Roading

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People news from NITA and V3

Northern Illinois Transit Authority (NITA) has announced that Leanne Redden, executive director of the organization's predecessor, the Regional Transportation Authority (RTA), is retiring as the RTA transitions into NITA. Redden joined RTA in 2005 and has served as executive director since 2014. During her tenure, she helped rebuild public trust, deliver record levels of state and federal transit funding and modernize how the region plans and pays for transit, NITA officials said in a press release. "Leanne was a steady hand, an innovator and a transparent steward. Her leadership created a strong foundation for NITA to build on,” said Kirk Dillard, former RTA chair. Redden guided development of regional strategic plans that laid the policy groundwork for the NITA Act and shaped the RTA's community planning and transit-oriented development programs. Redden will continue to serve in a leadership role with the American Public Transportation Association, NITA officials said.

Illinois · 09-08

foxillinois.com

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Traffic report as Labor Day weekend ends in Springfield

SPRINGFIELD, Ill (WICS) — Triple A says despite higher prices, Americans across the board are opting to travel this Labor Day weekend. But as the holiday comes to a close, Illinoisans are making their way back home...which is where NewsChannel 20 Emily Jordan joins us with a report on how Illinois State Police tracked incidents around Springfield this weekend.

Springfield, IL · 09-07

Effingham Radio

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Funding Available For Transit Agencies To Expand Service

Springfield, IL-(Effingham Radio)- Total of $35 million to create reduced fare programs, co-op models to offer service to eligible students. The Illinois Department of Transportation and the Illinois State Board of Education announced today a formal notice of funding availability for eligible agencies to establish programs that encourage and support public school students to use transit outside of the Chicago area. A total of $35 million is available via a competitive grant process, with applications due Oct. 15.

Illinois · 09-06

WOMI Owensboro

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That Viral New Illinois Driving Law Isn't Actually Real

An official-looking post claiming Illinois drivers under 5-foot-2 now need booster seats. Before you start shopping for one, there's something you should know.

Illinois · 09-04

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Traffic report as Labor Day weekend ends in Springfield

SPRINGFIELD, Ill (WICS) — Triple A says despite higher prices, Americans across the board are opting to travel this Labor Day weekend. But as the holiday comes to a close, Illinoisans are making their way back home...which is where NewsChannel 20 Emily Jordan joins us with a report on how Illinois State Police tracked incidents around Springfield this weekend.

Springfield, IL · 09-07

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Lanes Reopening for Labor Day Holiday Travel

The Illinois Department of Transportation announced today that lanes that have been closed for construction will reopen, where possible, for the Labor Day weekend to minimize travel disruption. Non-emergency closures will be suspended from 3 p.m. Friday, September 4th, to 11:59 p.m. Monday, September 7th. The following lane closures will...

Ogle County, IL · 09-03

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Gas Prices are at Records Highs for Labor Day

(Undated) — Drivers are seeing record-high Labor Day gas prices. According to this morning’s numbers from GasBuddy.com, the national average is $4.09 a gallon, six cents higher than a week ago. The highest level ever recorded this late in the calendar year, eclipsing the previous record of $3.83 per gallon set in 2012. Here in Illinois, the statewide average is $4.26 a gallon. Indiana drivers are paying an average of $3.43 a gallon. California has the highest statewide average at $5.82 a gallon.

Illinois · 09-07

My Journal Courier

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Water main break closes part of South West Street, lane of West Morton

South West Street at West Morton Avenue was closed to traffic Friday due to a water main break. A westbound lane of West Morton Avenue was also closed while utility crews worked to make repairs.

Jacksonville, IL · 09-04

The Center Square

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Rest stops under fire as Labor Day weekend nears

(The Center Square) – Illinois motorists are paying more in gas taxes, tolls and other fees while encountering closed rest stops, prompting criticism from Americans for Prosperity-Illinois State Director Brian Costin. In a social media video, Ted Dabrowski said he found multiple closed rest areas while traveling to an event in Effingham and returning north. “We stop at this rest stop and guess what? No surprise, the building closed,” Dabrowski said. He said the I-57 Prairie View rest stop was open, but Mainline Station was closed and had been for some time. An Illinois Department of Transportation worker told him the building’s septic system and air conditioning were not working. Dabrowski also said the Illini Prairie rest area was open, while other stops along the route were closed. “Illinois lawmakers are taxing the heck out of us and yet they can’t even keep our public rest stops open,” he said. Costin said the closures illustrate a broader problem with Illinois’ transportation spending, arguing that the state has failed to deliver improvements that match the additional costs imposed on drivers. “Where has all that money gone?” Costin said. Costin pointed to the state’s gas tax, which he said has increased significantly

Illinois · 09-03

NBC Chicago

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Gas prices reach record highs as Labor Day weekend travel begins

If you're planning to hit the road this weekend, you almost certainly won't be alone. More than 45 million Americans are expected to travel 50 miles or more, but they'll be facing record-high prices at the pump. The national average has never topped $4 on Labor Day weekend. Clearly, this...

Chicago, IL · 09-05