Transportation
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Six things you need to know about the Route 53 road construction projectApr 29, 2025 7:21 pm - Here’s the lowdown on what Route 53 work between Lake-Cook Road and Route 62 means for your commute.
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‘Get it done. Please’: Father of teen killed by train implores Barrington officials to install safety gatesApr 29, 2025 2:11 pm - The father of Marin Lacson, the 17-year-old Barrington High School student fatally struck by a Metra train early last year, confronted Barrington trustees Monday about the slow progress installing pedestrian safety gates at the crossing where she was killed.
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UPS to cut 20,000 jobs, close some facilities as it reduces amount of Amazon shipments it handles
Apr 29, 2025 11:47 am - UPS is looking to slash about 20,000 jobs and close more than 70 facilities as it drastically reduces the amount of Amazon shipments it handles.
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United’s refreshed Polaris Lounge features more space, new decor and dining optionsApr 29, 2025 7:00 am - A second bar, Crate & Barrel ambiance and extra legroom await international business travelers.
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‘The drunk driving of our time’: Teens must now watch distracted driving video to get learner’s permitApr 28, 2025 7:41 pm - Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias says new rule will impact about 165,000 students this year.
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Parking fees rising at Schaumburg Metra stationApr 28, 2025 12:46 pm - The cost to park in the commuter lots at the Schaumburg Metra station, 2000 S. Springinsguth Road, will increase beginning Thursday, May 1.
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Despite pause on new biking funds, area projects keep rollingApr 28, 2025 11:37 am - Due to the potential impact of executive orders on biking infrastructure projects, six northeastern Illinois counties are developing separate safety action plans aimed at eliminating traffic fatalities and serious injuries.
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The parking meter was paid, but minutes later, a $70 ticket from ChicagoApr 27, 2025 9:00 pm - “There is no system glitch,” city says after judge throws out erroneous ticket.
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Batavia to spend more than $3 million on Peace Bridge ramp project
Apr 27, 2025 11:30 am - Batavia City Council members have approved more than $3 million in contracts for the construction of the Peace Bridge ramp and related electrical work. The new ramp is expected to be open next spring.
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‘This is your LAST WARNING’: Tollway texting you about unpaid fees? Don’t believe itApr 26, 2025 11:43 am - A cluster of scam texts went out to I-PASS customers Friday. Don’t click on suspicious links, authorities say.