Rochelle Company Selected for Big Rail Car Contract
Rochelle-based Nippon Sharyo has been named the intended recipient of a $352 million contract to build 130 bi-level passenger railcars to accommodate high-speed rail expansion in Illinois and two other...
View ArticleArea Airports Win IDOT Awards
The Illinois Department of Transportation's Division of Aeronautics has recognized several northern Illinois airports for their accomplishments throughout the year, including, according to IDOT, "an...
View ArticleState Bike Plan Taking Shape
The state of Illinois wants to become a more welcoming place for cyclists. But will the effort be enough to win over bike riders?
View ArticleStep On It In 2014: Higher Speed Limit On The Way
Drivers will be able to legally go five miles an hour faster on most Illinois highways, beginning in January. Governor Pat Quinn has signed a new law increasing the speed limit to 70 miles an hour.
View ArticleReport: IDOT Improperly Hired 250 Workers
A new report says that the Illinois Department of Transportation improperly hired hundreds of workers over the last 10 years.
View ArticleProposal Would Make Motorcycle Safety Part Of Illinois Driver's Ed
An Illinois lawmaker wants motorcycle safety to be an official part of driver's education classes. The proposal by Republican Representative Tom Bennett would require all behind-the-wheel instruction...
View ArticleIDOT: Construction Continues For U.S. 20 Rockford Bypass
Illinois Department of Transportation says construction work resumes today to replace the Bypass U.S. 20 bridge over the Rock River on Rockford’s south side. The ramps are scheduled to be closed today...
View ArticleIDOT Holds Meetings For New Transit Systems
The Illinois Department of Transportation is considering plans for new transit systems including road, bridge and airport improvements. IDOT is holding local meetings to hear from members of the...
View ArticleIllinois Governor Shares View On IDOT Infrastructure Needs
Gov. Bruce Rauner made an appearance yesterday at an Illinois Department of Transportation hearing on infrastructure needs.IDOT is traveling across the state to build support for a new construction...
View ArticleIDOT Announces $8.4 Billion Improvement Program
Illinois Department of Transportation officials announced an $8.4 billion, six-year program to improve roads and bridges.But IDOT warned it won't be enough to keep the overall condition of the state's...
View ArticleIDOT Officials Warn Budget Impasse Could Hurt Road Repairs
The llinois Department of Transportation may be wrapping up its busy construction season, but the upcoming winter will mean more repairs for road crews to work on next summer. But that depends on...
View ArticleRochelle Company Selected for Big Rail Car Contract
Rochelle-based Nippon Sharyo has been named the intended recipient of a $352 million contract to build 130 bi-level passenger railcars to accommodate high-speed rail expansion in Illinois and two other...
View ArticleArea Airports Win IDOT Awards
The Illinois Department of Transportation's Division of Aeronautics has recognized several northern Illinois airports for their accomplishments throughout the year, including, according to IDOT, "an...
View ArticleState Bike Plan Taking Shape
The state of Illinois wants to become a more welcoming place for cyclists. But will the effort be enough to win over bike riders?
View ArticleStep On It In 2014: Higher Speed Limit On The Way
Drivers will be able to legally go five miles an hour faster on most Illinois highways, beginning in January. Governor Pat Quinn has signed a new law increasing the speed limit to 70 miles an hour.
View ArticleReport: IDOT Improperly Hired 250 Workers
A new report says that the Illinois Department of Transportation improperly hired hundreds of workers over the last 10 years.
View ArticleProposal Would Make Motorcycle Safety Part Of Illinois Driver's Ed
An Illinois lawmaker wants motorcycle safety to be an official part of driver's education classes. The proposal by Republican Representative Tom Bennett would require all behind-the-wheel instruction...
View ArticleIDOT: Construction Continues For U.S. 20 Rockford Bypass
Illinois Department of Transportation says construction work resumes today to replace the Bypass U.S. 20 bridge over the Rock River on Rockford’s south side. The ramps are scheduled to be closed today...
View ArticleIDOT Holds Meetings For New Transit Systems
The Illinois Department of Transportation is considering plans for new transit systems including road, bridge and airport improvements. IDOT is holding local meetings to hear from members of the...
View ArticleIllinois Governor Shares View On IDOT Infrastructure Needs
Gov. Bruce Rauner made an appearance yesterday at an Illinois Department of Transportation hearing on infrastructure needs. IDOT is traveling across the state to build support for a new construction...
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