Chicagoans can expect heavy traffic, high gas prices for Memorial Day weekend travel
According to AAA, 92 percent of Illinois residents who are traveling this weekend will be getting behind the wheel.
According to AAA, 92 percent of Illinois residents who are traveling this weekend will be getting behind the wheel.
Illinois State Police investigated 303 crashes, received over 2,000 calls for service during winter storm
The Illinois State Police investigated 303 traffic crashes, responded to 827 motor assists and over 2,000 calls for service during the winter storm Thursday.
The Illinois State Police investigated 303 traffic crashes, responded to 827 motor assists and over 2,000 calls for service during the winter storm Thursday.
Illinois Department of Transportation warns of 'hazardous' driving conditions
A winter storm is causing hazardous road conditions just as the evening commute is getting underway.
A winter storm is causing hazardous road conditions just as the evening commute is getting underway.
Illinois, Indiana officials warn of rough commute as winter storm bears down on area
As a wintry mix heads our way, state transportation officials warn that incoming rain, sleet and snow will lead to messy conditions for those behind the wheel throughout the day Thursday.
As a wintry mix heads our way, state transportation officials warn that incoming rain, sleet and snow will lead to messy conditions for those behind the wheel throughout the day Thursday.
IDOT vehicle struck by stolen car during police pursuit in Chicago
An Illinois Department of Transportation vehicle was struck by a stolen vehicle early Monday morning during a police pursuit in Longwood Manor on the South Side.
An Illinois Department of Transportation vehicle was struck by a stolen vehicle early Monday morning during a police pursuit in Longwood Manor on the South Side.
Chicago area expressways see crashes, spin-outs; IDOT warns drivers to slow down
As of 8 p.m. Wednesday, the expressways were moving a lot better than they were Wednesday morning and early afternoon; drivers could actually see the pavement.
As of 8 p.m. Wednesday, the expressways were moving a lot better than they were Wednesday morning and early afternoon; drivers could actually see the pavement.
Chicago winter storm: Drivers urged to stay off roads
Drivers are being urged to stay off the roads as plow crews still work to clear the snow. Maria Castaneda, the communications manager for the Illinois Department of Transportation, joined FOX 32 to talk about it.
Drivers are being urged to stay off the roads as plow crews still work to clear the snow. Maria Castaneda, the communications manager for the Illinois Department of Transportation, joined FOX 32 to talk about it.
Snow storm continues to lay it on Chicago roads
Maria Castaneda from the Illinois Department of Transportation talks about how the winter storm is impacting roadways and Chicago commuters.
Maria Castaneda from the Illinois Department of Transportation talks about how the winter storm is impacting roadways and Chicago commuters.
IDOT lays out preparations for winter storm, up to a foot of snow possible
A big snowstorm is heading Chicago?s way. Maria Castaneda, the Public Information Officer with IDOT, joined FOX 32 to talk about preparations.
A big snowstorm is heading Chicago?s way. Maria Castaneda, the Public Information Officer with IDOT, joined FOX 32 to talk about preparations.
Rush hour snowfall slows down traffic on Illinois roads
Maria Castaneda from the Illinois Department of Transportation talks about the status of the state's roads as heavy lake-effect snow blankets the region.
Maria Castaneda from the Illinois Department of Transportation talks about the status of the state's roads as heavy lake-effect snow blankets the region.
Man charged with reckless homicide in 2021 crash that killed a 4-year-old boy
A 31-year-old man has been charged in a March 2021 fatal car crash that killed a 4-year-old boy.
A 31-year-old man has been charged in a March 2021 fatal car crash that killed a 4-year-old boy.
IDOT installing license plate cameras
License plate readers are being installed at the entrance and exits of expressways.
License plate readers are being installed at the entrance and exits of expressways.
IDOT hiring 1,000 seasonal employees for snow and ice removal
The Illinois Department of Transportation announced on Monday that it's beginning to hire for the winter season through its annual "snowbird" program.
The Illinois Department of Transportation announced on Monday that it's beginning to hire for the winter season through its annual "snowbird" program.
Snowbirds: IDOT looking for people to join snow-and-ice team
FOX 32 goes 1-on-1 with Jose Rios of the Illinois Department of Transportation.
FOX 32 goes 1-on-1 with Jose Rios of the Illinois Department of Transportation.
Illinois residents targeted by identity theft scammers
The Better Business Bureau is issuing a warning about surge of imposter and phishing scams across Illinois that affect several government departments. Scammers are trying to get their hands on your driver’s license and state ID.
The Better Business Bureau is issuing a warning about surge of imposter and phishing scams across Illinois that affect several government departments. Scammers are trying to get their hands on your driver’s license and state ID.
New Illinois road signs directing drivers to charging stations
New signs are popping up along Illinois highways to let drivers of electric vehicles know where they can refuel.
New signs are popping up along Illinois highways to let drivers of electric vehicles know where they can refuel.
Lane closures on Dan Ryan Expressway begin July 16
Lane closures are planned for the Dan Ryan Expressway starting July 16
Lane closures are planned for the Dan Ryan Expressway starting July 16
Illinois roads and bridge deterioration ranked among worst in US, report says
Illinois Interstate Highway Systems rank among the worst levels of bridge and road pavement deterioration, according to a report released Tuesday.
Illinois Interstate Highway Systems rank among the worst levels of bridge and road pavement deterioration, according to a report released Tuesday.
Illinois residents warned about IDOT text, email scams requesting personal info
The Illinois Department of Transportation is warning the public to be on the lookout for text and email scams asking for personal information.
The Illinois Department of Transportation is warning the public to be on the lookout for text and email scams asking for personal information.
18th Street ramp to inbound Dan Ryan closing Monday for 6 weeks
The entrance ramp from 18th Street to the inbound Dan Ryan Expressway will close for about six weeks starting Monday.
The entrance ramp from 18th Street to the inbound Dan Ryan Expressway will close for about six weeks starting Monday.