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Recent News About Illinois Department of Transportation
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East Lake County sees $41 million investment under Rebuild Illinois
The Illinois Department of Transportation has announced several infrastructure projects in the east Lake County area as part of Year Five of the Rebuild Illinois initiative. This program, backed by Governor JB Pritzker's bipartisan capital program, aims to enhance safety, mobility, and quality of life while creating jobs in the region. The total investment for these seven major projects exceeds $41 million.
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Public meetings scheduled on proposed Chicago-Rockford rail service
The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) is organizing public meetings this month to discuss the re-establishment of passenger rail service between Chicago and Rockford. This initiative is part of Governor JB Pritzker's Rebuild Illinois capital program.
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Illinois promotes free statewide car seat checks during Child Passenger Safety Week
The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) is urging parents and caregivers to participate in car seat checks as part of National Child Passenger Safety Week. The initiative aims to ensure child safety seats meet current standards and are correctly installed.
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Jane Byrne Interchange recognized as finalist in America's Transportation Awards
The Jane Byrne Interchange reconstruction in Chicago has been selected as a finalist for the grand prize in America's Transportation Awards. This recognition is considered the highest honor for state departments of transportation. The project was acknowledged for its significant contribution to improving safety, mobility, and quality of life at both regional and neighborhood levels.
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Illinois announces $11.4M investment in local transport planning
The Illinois Department of Transportation has announced an investment exceeding $11.4 million through 30 grants aimed at supporting local planning initiatives for long-range transportation projects across the state. Governor JB Pritzker expressed his commitment to transforming the state's transportation systems, stating, "Since day one as governor, I've made it my mission to transform our state's transportation systems - from roads and bridges to railways, buses, and bike paths."
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Illinois opens lanes for Labor Day weekend; construction updates remain
The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) has announced that it will reopen lanes closed for construction where possible during the Labor Day holiday weekend. This measure aims to reduce travel disruptions. Non-emergency closures will be suspended from 3 p.m. on Friday, September 1, until 11:59 p.m. on Monday, September 4.
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Illinois authorities ramp up efforts against impaired driving over Labor Day weekend
Heading into the final weekend of summer, the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT), along with the Illinois State Police and local police departments, is increasing enforcement efforts to combat impaired driving. This initiative is part of the "Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over" campaign running through Labor Day weekend.
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Jane Byrne & Weber Road interchanges win top Midwest honors
The reconstruction and modernization of the Jane Byrne and Weber Road interchanges have been recognized with top honors among Midwest states in the America's Transportation Awards. The revitalization of the Byrne interchange has transformed one of the nation's most congested highway freight bottlenecks into a thriving multimodal corridor, benefiting businesses, residences, and local attractions. Meanwhile, the innovative redesign of the Weber Road interchange using a diverging-diamond design has significantly improved mobility to accommodate increased traffic volumes,...
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Rebuild Illinois advances with major infrastructure projects in Kankakee
The Illinois Department of Transportation has announced significant progress in the Kankakee area as part of Year Five of the Rebuild Illinois initiative. The program, backed by Governor JB Pritzker's capital plan, involves 12 projects with a total investment of $263.5 million aimed at enhancing safety and mobility while supporting job creation.
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Infrastructure improvements continue under Rebuild Illinois initiative
The Illinois Department of Transportation has announced progress on several infrastructure projects in the Quad City area as part of Governor JB Pritzker's Rebuild Illinois initiative. This program, described as historic and bipartisan, is now in its fifth year and aims to improve safety and mobility while creating jobs across the region. Eight major projects are underway or completed, representing an investment exceeding $66.4 million.
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Illinois Department of Transportation invites public to state fair tent
The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) is welcoming visitors to its tent at the Illinois State Fair. The event offers various activities, including signing a snowplow blade that will be used this winter and participating in interactive games promoting safe driving.
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Rebuild Illinois progresses with major infrastructure investments in Rockford
The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) has announced the progress and future plans for several infrastructure projects in the Rockford area as part of Year Five of the Rebuild Illinois program. This initiative, backed by Governor JB Pritzker's bipartisan capital program, involves eight major projects with a total investment exceeding $266.5 million.
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Peoria sees progress as Year Five of Rebuild Illinois continues
Entering the fifth year of Rebuild Illinois, the Illinois Department of Transportation has announced that several projects in the Peoria area are either completed, planned, or underway. These initiatives are part of a larger effort made possible by Governor JB Pritzker's bipartisan capital program. The eight major projects represent a $270.6 million investment aimed at improving safety and mobility while creating jobs in the region.
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Traffic adjustments announced for Illinois State Fair
The Illinois Department of Transportation and the Illinois Department of Agriculture have announced temporary traffic pattern changes around the Illinois State Fairgrounds. These adjustments aim to manage the expected increase in vehicle traffic during the fair.
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Federal backing sought for major upgrades to Chicago’s rail infrastructure
Governor JB Pritzker, alongside U.S. Senators Tammy Duckworth and Dick Durbin, Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson, and other state leaders, is advocating for federal investment in the Chicago Hub Improvement Program (CHIP). This initiative aims to enhance regional rail infrastructure with a $1.1 billion investment to upgrade Union Station and improve rail performance, supported by $50 million from the Rebuild Illinois capital program.
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Illinois warns drivers about potential road buckling during heat wave
With a heat wave sweeping across Illinois, the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) is alerting drivers to potential pavement buckling on state roads. According to Illinois Transportation Secretary Omer Osman, "The extremely high temperatures bring the possibility of pavement failures." Osman emphasized that while predicting exact locations and times for these incidents is challenging, IDOT has prepared its staff and materials to address repairs promptly. He urged the public to "stay alert and avoid driving over buckled roads, if possible, while giving our crews...
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Illinois announces $762 million investment for Metro East infrastructure
Entering the fifth year of Rebuild Illinois, the Illinois Department of Transportation has announced a series of major projects in the Metro East area. These projects are part of a $762 million investment aimed at improving safety and mobility while sustaining and creating jobs in the region. This initiative is supported by Governor JB Pritzker's bipartisan capital program.
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Illinois opens applications for Safe Routes to School program
The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) has announced the opening of the application period for the Safe Routes to School program. This initiative aims to support projects that enhance safety for students walking, biking, or rolling to school. It is part of a broader effort by IDOT and Governor JB Pritzker to promote active transportation across Illinois.
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Rebuild Illinois enters Year Five focusing on key interstate upgrades
Entering its fifth year, the Rebuild Illinois initiative continues to focus on modernizing and improving Interstates 24 and 57 in Southern Illinois. The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) has announced several projects that are either planned, underway, or recently completed. These efforts are part of a $390 million investment aimed at enhancing safety and mobility while supporting job creation in the region.
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Illinois Department of Transportation urges caution during busy roadside mowing period
The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) has announced that the busiest roadside mowing period is currently underway, urging drivers to exercise caution when encountering mowing equipment and personnel. The department emphasized the importance of slowing down, avoiding distractions, and proceeding carefully during this time. The most intensive mowing operations are expected to continue until August 15.