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Motorcycle groups join campaign to save lives May 2, 2013 12:00 AM
Sen. Kirk talks flooding, transportation in Lake County visit May 1, 2013 12:00 AM
In his first work-related visit to Lake County since returning to Capitol Hill this year, U.S. Sen. Mark Kirk met with a small group of suburban leaders Wednesday to discuss the impact of the recent floods. Kirk and officials also discussed Lake County's transportation needs.
Kane Co. may turn to private funds and tolls to build Longmeadow Parkway Apr 30, 2013 12:00 AM
Could can Kane County have its own version of a Chicago Skyway license when it builds the Longmeadow Parkway? Kane County may turn to a public/private partnership to find at least some of the money needed upfront, while tolls will almost certainly be the main method to pay off debt and fund long-term maintenance.
Carpentersville raises motor fuel tax by two centsApr 30, 2013 12:00 AM
Carpentersville has raised its motor fuel tax by 2 cents a gallon, a move one trustee said was painful but others said was necessary if the village wants to regularly replace aging equipment and vehicles. By a vote of 5 to 1, the board raised the rate to four cents a gallon. The hike goes into effect on July 1 and is set to expire in three years.
Good news on Chicago parking front — but devil’s in the details Apr 29, 2013 12:00 AM
Suburbanites driving into Chicago will get some deals and new conveniences as a result of changes to the city's parking meter contract. But you'd better watch the small print. For example, parking's free on Sundays - but not in the Loop. And in some Chi-Town spots, you'll have to pay longer for meters at night.
Barrington searches for way to live with trainsApr 27, 2013 12:00 AM
Even after a well-attended public input meeting on Thursday, Barrington officials have much weighing of opinion to do before a late autumn decision is made whether to pursue an overpass or underpass for Route 14 at the Canadian National railroad tracks near Lake Zurich Road. And even if the Illinois Department of Transportation approves an option and identifies funding sources for it, the two-year project would likely still not begin until four or five years from now, Barrington Village Manager Jeff Lawler said.
450 weigh in on Barrington overpass/underpass debate Apr 26, 2013 12:00 AM
More than 450 Barrington-area residents Thursday came to voice their often strong preferences on the choice between a Route 14 overpass or underpass to keep increasing freight traffic on the Canadian National railroad tracks from snarling motor traffic. But as might have been expected from a crowd so large, the options favored outnumbered the two presented. “If (the overpass) goes up, I’m gone. I’ll walk away from my house if I have to,” one resident said.
Senate OKs traffic cameras on school buses Apr 24, 2013 12:00 AM
The Illinois Senate has approved legislation to allow school districts to use cameras to catch people who don't stop for buses picking up or dropping off kids. The owner of a vehicle captured by the cameras could be fined $150 for a first offense and $500 for each subsequent offense.
Feds delay policy to allow small knives on planes Apr 22, 2013 12:00 AM
I-290 exit ramps to Rt. 64, U.S. 20, I-294 closed in Elmhurst area Apr 19, 2013 12:00 AM
The Illinois Department of Transportation announced Thursday that due to flooding, the I-290 exit ramps to North Avenue, U.S. Route 20 (Lake Street) and northbound I-294 are closed. The closures are expected to last one day or more and will be lifted as soon as the flooding recedes, IDOT said.
Public input sought on Barrington rail crossing Apr 18, 2013 12:00 AM
The village of Barrington, in conjunction with the Illinois Department of Transportation, will hold a meeting to solicit public input on a proposed grade separation on Route 14 at the CN/EJ&E Railway from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, April 25, at Barrington High School, 616 W. Main St. in Barrington.
Flood warning issued for Algonquin Apr 18, 2013 12:00 AM
The National Weather Service has issued a flood warning for the portion of the Fox River that flows through Algonquin, an official confirmed Thursday. The water level in Algonquin stood at 11.88 feet Thursday afternoon, exceeding the river’s flooding threshold of 9.5 feet, according to Michael Kumbera, the assistant to the Algonquin village manager. It is expected to climb to 14 feet by Saturday, with additional water flowing down from the north.
Lightning strike causes Metra delays Apr 18, 2013 12:00 AM
A lightning strike to a Union Pacific switching location has stalled Metra lines on the three lines operated by the railroad. The north line that runs from Kenosha, Wisc. to the Ogilvie station downtown is running nearly two hours behind.
Road program focuses on maintenance, congestion reliefApr 17, 2013 12:00 AM
Gov. Pat Quinn's latest six-year, $12.62 billion transportation construction program is big on maintaining existing roads while short on new significant projects in the metropolitan region. Among the spending highlights are $475 million to fix the congested Circle Interchange in Chicago and $72 million to buy land for the Elgin-O'Hare Expressway extension, which is being built by the Illinois tollway.
Lake-Cook, Buffalo Grove most dangerous intersection in village Apr 17, 2013 12:00 AM
There's change at the top when it comes to Buffalo Grove's most dangerous intersections. According to accident data provided to village leaders this week by police, the most dangerous intersection in the village last year was at Lake-Cook and Buffalo Grove roads, where 31 crashes occurred.
Lipinski named to panel on freight transportation Apr 17, 2013 12:00 AM
Illinois Congressman Dan Lipinski will take part in an effort in Congress to improve the country's freight transportation network. The panel will begin work April 24 on its six-month review and produce recommendations for making the system more efficient.
Schaumburg works on details for Meacham Road ramp Apr 17, 2013 12:00 AM
Scahumburg trustees on Tuesday discussed a proposed memorandum of understanding between the village and state tollway authority intended to bring a Meacham Road offramp from the Jane Addams Tollway to fruition by 2016. A Roselle Road interchange is also mentioned. “It's the heart of our regional center and our desire to build a downtown for the Northwest suburbs,” Mayor Al Larson said.
Oberweis: Raise speed limit to 70Apr 16, 2013 12:00 AM
Drivers would be allowed to legally go 70 mph on tollways and interstates in Illinois under a plan from state Sen. Jim Oberweis that won preliminary support Tuesday. The legislation, if approved, could allow suburban counties to opt out of the higher limit if they wanted.
Lake County considers first multilane roundabout Apr 16, 2013 12:00 AM
A multilane roundabout and widening are the options being considered by Lake County transportation officials to improve the intersection at Gilmer and Midlothian Road in Hawthorn Woods. A public open house is set for Wednesday to address the plans and take public comment.
Investigators probe jet's crash into sea in BaliApr 14, 2013 12:00 AM
Indonesian investigators on Sunday began working to determine what caused a new Lion Air passenger jet to miss a runway while landing on the resort island of Bali, crashing into the sea without causing any fatalities among the 108 on board. The National Transportation Safety Committee is examining the wreckage of the Boeing 737-800 that snapped in half before coming to a stop in shallow water near Bali's airport on Saturday.