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A look at the green cars at the Chicago Auto ShowFeb 11, 2013 12:00 AM
It's easy being green if you read our experts guide to alternate vehicles at the Chicago Auto Show. There are a lot of ways to save money on gas and save the planet, from diesel turbo charged vehicles to hybrids with tax credits to some luxurious electric cars. Thankfully, I've got Chicago Area Clean Cities Vice Chair John Walton to offer some analysis.
Hoffman Estates hosts transportation open house Feb 11, 2013 12:00 AM
Hoffman Estates will host an open house to provide an overview of the village's Flexible Transit Service Operations Plan at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 13 at village hall, 1900 Hassell Road. The plan includes recommendations for the implementation of flexible transit service options. It also examines existing transit services and users' travel patterns, needs and desires.
Images: “Nemo” Blizzard hammers East Coast Feb 9, 2013 12:00 AM
The 2013 "Nemo" blizzard hammers the East Coast, dumping inches of snow in the double digits, causing power outages and grounding thousands of flights across Northeast. 38 inches of snow has been reported in Milford, Connecticut with 2 feet measured in other states.
How airlines prepare for big storms: Cancel early Feb 9, 2013 12:00 AM
Even before the snowstorm hit the Northeast, airlines were already canceling flights. It’s a strategy that has served airlines well in recent years: Cancel flights early and keep planes and crews — and passengers — away from snowed-in airports. The idea is to avoid having crews and planes stuck in one area of the country. Airlines also face fines for leaving passengers stuck on a plane for more than three hours.
Boeing sends 787 on test flight from Seattle Feb 9, 2013 12:00 AM
Report: High-speed rail would help 460 Midwest businesses Feb 9, 2013 12:00 AM
Mt. Prospect set to take over Kensignton Road after $3.3 million reconstruction Feb 7, 2013 12:00 AM
A $3.3 million project to improve and widen Kensington Road in Mount Prospect will end later this year with the roadway under village control. The village board this week agreed to accept jurisdiction from the Illinois Department of Transportation of the stretch of Kensington from Forest Avenue to Elmhurst Road. The move means the village will have responsibility for maintenance, repairs, snow removal and signage for that portion of Kensington.
Storm disrupts flights from O’Hare to east coast Feb 7, 2013 12:00 AM
The snow has stopped falling in the Chicago area, but flights at O'Hare International Airport continue to be canceled due to a winter storm pounding the east coast. Nearly 250 flights have been canceled at O'Hare this morning as the storm that dumped up to 10-inches overnight in Lake County heads to the east coast.
Mileage vs. muscle at Chicago Auto Show Feb 7, 2013 12:00 AM
Consumers might flirt with the provocative 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray at this year's Chicago Auto Show, but not many are expected to go home with one. Instead, fuel economy is what car buyers want when they visit showrooms in the suburbs, local experts say. “The No. 1 reason that we see people replacing their old vehicle is for fuel mileage,” said Ray Scarpelli, owner of Ray's Chevrolet in Fox Lake and a Chicago Automobile Trade Association director.
Stingray not only fish in the sea at Chicago Auto ShowFeb 5, 2013 12:00 AM
What's hot at the 2013 Chicago Auto Show? Anything that's big and powerful, say experts. Gearheads can rejoice at the resurgence of sports cars like the Corvette Stingray and those on a budget will be interested in some concept cars like Honda's new Urban SUV.
Poll Vault: How bad is your commute? Feb 1, 2013 12:00 AM
When it snows you might be tempted to take mass transit to work instead of your car. Then again, with the cost of a 10-ride Metra pass going up today, you might be tempted to trade the train for the tollway. How do you get to work, and how long does it take you?
Semitrailer truck burns on I-94 Feb 1, 2013 12:00 AM
A semitrailer truck that became engulfed in flames Friday afternoon on Interstate 94 in Libertyville caused traffic to slow and sent its driver to the hospital for treatment of smoke inhalation, authorities said.
Groups push for roadwork funding Jan 31, 2013 12:00 AM
Business and trade groups say Illinois lawmakers must act quickly on $675 million for new transit projects if they want to see road-graders moving this spring.
30-plus vehicle pileup injures at least 10 in Indiana Jan 31, 2013 12:00 AM
A more than 30-vehicle pileup on a snowy Indiana interstate left at least 10 people injured Thursday, including at least one critically, and shut down a heavily traveled highway for most of the evening, authorities said. Most of the injuries in the afternoon pileup along Interstate 70 were minor, but one victim's condition was "very critical," Indiana State Police Sgt. Rich Myers said.
Elk Grove Village braces for spring roadworkJan 30, 2013 12:00 AM
Elk Grove Village residents and visitors should brace for a busy construction season this spring as simultaneous village, county and state road projects will make driving around town a major headache, Mayor Craig Johnson warned Tuesday. “It will be a pain for three or four months getting around this village, but the pain is going to be well worth it because the benefits are going to be for years to come,” Johnson said.
Meetings on Lake-Cook road work planned Jan 30, 2013 12:00 AM
Lake-Cook Road construction update meetings will be held at 3 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 31 with businesses and at 4:30 p.m. with residents at the Deerfield village hall, 850 Waukegan Road.
Why Metra approved raises for some employeesJan 28, 2013 12:00 AM
Leaving the past behind is costing Metra a pretty penny. It's not just about paying the management consultants - it's about paying for the changes the consultants recommend - like raises for employees that will cost about $3.6 million. We dig into more details of significant pay raises that were approved last week amidst economic austerity elsewhere.
Ice turns to thunderstorm as temperatures rise Jan 27, 2013 12:00 AM
A Sunday afternoon of sleet and freezing rain turned to a January thunderstorm as temperatures around the Chicago area continued to warm up Sunday night and Monday morning. Illinois State Police said Monday morning there had been no serious injuries from any of the more than a dozen accidents they had responded to Sunday night.
Open house on Quentin Road plan Jan 27, 2013 12:00 AM
An open house regarding Quentin Road from Route 12 to Route 22 in Kildeer and Lake Zurich is set for 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 6 at Lake Zurich High School, 300 Church St., Lake Zurich.
Metra raises out of sync with fare hikesJan 23, 2013 12:00 AM
Metra's timing in granting 299 employees pay raises of up to 33 percent over several years could hardly be worse, a Daily Herald editorial says. Fares go up Feb. 1 for riders using 10-ride tickets, on the heels of major fare increases in 2012. Even more disappointing is the agency's lack of transparency in approving the pay hikes.