Chicago Intensifies Traffic Surveillance with 22 New Speed Cameras Yielding Over 91,000 Tickets in a Month
Chicago added 22 new speed cameras which issued over 91,000 tickets in one month. The city's 186 cameras set a record for a month's ticketing, sparking debate over fairness and the system's financial motives.
Kennedy Expressway Lanes to Fully Reopen by Friday Morning, Chicago Commuters to See Relief from Construction
IDOT will reopen all lanes of the outbound Kennedy Expressway by 5 a.m. Friday after temporary overnight narrowing. Ramps at Kimball Avenue, Addison Street, and Pulaski Road will also reopen.
Cook County Launches $8.27 Million in 'Invest in Cook' Infrastructure Projects to Boost Transit and Roads
Cook County has approved $8.27 million in infrastructure investments for 32 projects through the 2025 'Invest in Cook' program, which has funded $72.7 million in projects since 2017, benefiting transportation across the area.
Air Canada Cancels Flights as Flight Attendants' Strike Approaches, Customers Offered Full Refunds
Air Canada cancels flights in anticipation of a possible flight attendants' strike this weekend, with a 72-hour strike notice received from the union; customers are being notified and offered refunds.
Nationwide Debate Intensifies Over Police Use of License Plate Readers Amid Privacy Concerns
Issues with automatic license plate readers (ALPRs) arise over privacy concerns and errors leading to wrongful confrontations, prompting debates on the balance between security and individual rights.
O'Hare International Airport Hits Record Passenger Traffic in June, Signaling Chicago's Travel Sector Soar
O'Hare International Airport has had its busiest June on record, with over 8 million travelers, indicating a rebound in travel and marking Chicago's role as a significant travel hub.
Major Roadwork on Near West Side Reroutes Chicago Traffic, Halsted Street Closed for 17-Month Project
Major roadwork on Chicago's Near West Side has begun, closing Halsted Street at Chicago Avenue for 17 months for upgrades to the Chicago Avenue Bridge and Halsted Street Viaduct. Detours are in place.












