CSX sued several insurers in federal court, alleging carriers ignored tendered coverage for worker injuries at the Forest Hill Flyover and seeking defense, indemnity and penalties.

A White House budget proposal would sharply cut operations funding for the busy Chicago Harbor Lock, raising concerns about 24/7 service and deferred maintenance.

A new INRIX scorecard finds Chicago drivers lost an average of 112 hours to peak traffic in 2025, costing the region billions.

Airlines at Chicago's O'Hare Airport are recovering from over 300 flight cancellations due to snow, with improvements seen in reduced delays and fewer cancellations.

Weather conditions led to delays and cancellations for Thanksgiving travelers at Chicago's O'Hare and Midway airports, with a record-breaking snowfall and road congestion adding to the disruptions.

Chicago's winter parking ban, effective from December 1 to April 1, prohibits parking on main roads from 3-7 a.m. to allow for snow clearing. Violators face heavy fines and towing fees.

Pace is studying limited-stop express buses on I-290 and I-88 to speed commutes between Chicago and its western suburbs. A Forest Park open house is set for Dec. 9.

Peoria Public Works crews are working in 12-hour shifts to keep main roads clear amid heavy snowfall, although neighborhood streets remain challenging for drivers, who are advised to travel with caution.

Santa Claus rides the CTA Holiday Train and Bus, bringing festive joy to Chicago commuters for the 34th year, with charity events and expanded routes included.

A single-engine plane slid off Brookeridge Airpark's runway and rolled into a Downers Grove backyard Friday; two people were taken to hospital and the NTSB was notified.

Chicago airports expect a record-breaking 2 million travelers for Thanksgiving, with O'Hare handling most. The travel surge reflects industry recovery, and passengers face long waits amidst weather-related challenges.

The Damen Green Line station reconnects the Near West Side with a glass‑fronted station, barged steel bridge and a public mosaic. Designers leaned on mass timber and natural ventilation to make the stop a civic anchor for nearby development.

Pace will run reduced service on Thanksgiving, switching more than 30 suburban routes to Sunday timetables and changing hours for shuttles in Rosemont and Schaumburg.