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Chicago Named One of America’s 10 Worst Cities for Driving
If you drive in Rockford, you know it can be a challenge at times. It's not like there's tons of traffic in the city, but there's enough tough driving, whether it be one-ways, road construction, or roundabouts, to make you want to pull your hair out. While the Forest City...
WSPY NEWS
Peace Road closure Planned for bridge work in Sycamore
The DeKalb County Highway Department says Peace Road between Route 64 and Freed Road will be closed beginning Tuesday next week. Work is being done at the Kishwaukee River Bridge. The department says the closure is intended to allow crews to complete paving and other repairs ahead of the Sycamore...
Rockford Register Star
Rockford task force identifies most dangerous streets
Rockford officials have identified several corridors and intersections for possible bicycle and pedestrian safety improvements following a review of a decade of crash data and recommendations developed by the city's Pedestrian Safety Task Force. The city established the Pedestrian Safety Task Force in 2025 to help improve safety and accessibility for people who walk and bike, according to a community announcement. The group included community members and professionals who volunteered to examine crash trends, review data and identify opportunities to reduce serious injuries and deaths on city streets. The task force used crash data, geographic information system analysis, professional expertise and community input to develop recommendations aimed at improving roadway safety across Rockford. An analysis of bicycle and pedestrian crashes from 2015 through 2025 reviewed 996 crashes and 53 fatalities. The study was conducted to identify patterns, contributing factors and locations where additional safety measures could be considered. Locations identified for potential improvements The review highlighted several corridors and intersections where safety enhancements could be explored: 11th Street Corridor Harrison Avenue and South Alpine Road intersection North Central Avenue and Auburn Street corridors East State Street and North Alpine Road intersection East State Street at North Perryville Road and North
starvedrock.media
Disparity In Gas Prices Widens Across Starved Rock Region
Ten to 15 miles means about 50 cents a gallon difference in gas prices. According to Gas Buddy, the price of unleaded has inched down to $4.24 a gallon in Peru, Oglesby, and Utica. Yet stations in Ottawa are still charging $4.74 a gallon. Gas prices range from $4.59 to $4.69 in Marseilles, Princeton, and Mendota.
unearththevoyage.com
Pull Up A Seat Inside A Vintage Train Car At This Small-Town Illinois Restaurant
We were only looking for a quick lunch somewhere in Illinois, and the building on the corner looked like any other small-town spot. Then we stepped inside and found a real railroad car waiting at the front, with a table open and a menu that made our stomachs growl. It...
The Journal Standard
Freeport asks residents to help secure path funding
Residents are being asked to complete two surveys that could help the City of Freeport strengthen applications for state funding to expand portions of its shared-use path network. The city is seeking support for two Illinois Transportation Enhancement Program grant applications, according to a community announcement. The projects focus on improving non-motorized transportation connections on Freeport's south and north sides. The south-side proposal would connect multiple neighborhoods to necessity shopping destinations by completing gaps in the network along Fairground Road. The project would improve access to Southgate Plaza and Meadows Shopping Center. The city has created a survey for residents interested in supporting that application. The survey is available at bit.ly . North-side project aims to connect existing paths A second grant application focuses on improving connections on Freeport's north side. According to the announcement, the project would connect existing shared-use paths near Highland Community College, Park Hills Golf Course and the YMCA. The proposed improvements would complete the network and enhance non-motorized transportation along Countryside Lane and Kiwanis Drive to Pearl City Road. Residents can support that proposal through a separate survey available at bit.ly . City officials are encouraging community members to complete the surveys as part of