State Policy

The group’s stances against road expansion and for more bike-walk funding may have been a factor.

Today Emanuel spoke in favor of a for a 20 to 30 cent increase in the Illinois gas tax, which has been stuck at 19 cents since 1991, to fund transit, roads, and bridges.

This latest case is yet more evidence that additional enforcement is needed on the drive.

CDOT placed the footwear in Federal Plaza this weekend to honor the 132 people who were killed in Chicago crashes last year.

According to police, an intoxicated motorist careened off the drive and onto the shoreline path early this morning.

The report also underscores the importance of getting the business community to support more funding for public transportation.

Two decades ago, IDOT officials dragged their feet about installing a stoplight to facilitate crossing a downtown highway. In the wake of a senior's death, the stoplight may finally get put in.

On Sunday, November 18, from 12:30-2:30 p.m., family members and friends of people killed in traffic crashes will gather in Federal Plaza, 50 West Adams, to honor their loved ones as part of World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims. WDR is an annual event observed internationally to remember the many millions killed and injured on the world’s roads, along with their loved ones.

Advocates and experts say theyre optimistic that the Pritzker administration will create a new revenue source for transportation infrastructure.