The State Street Bridge in Chicago is closing for emergency repairs from April 28 to mid-November due to significant deterioration found during an inspection.

The NHTSA launches a month-long crackdown on distracted driving, with law enforcement across the U.S. strictly enforcing texting and driving laws during National Distracted Driving Awareness Month.

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson and CDOT released the city's first comprehensive EV plan, aimed at expanding EV infrastructure and reducing emissions, inviting public input until May 18, 2025.

Chicago's CTA Green Line Austin station begins a $25 million ADA-compliant overhaul, including an elevator and escalator, with Mayor Brandon Johnson attending the groundbreaking.

Amtrak canceled routes including Borealis Chicago-St. Paul due to corroded railcars, with passengers rerouted to buses, impacting service like the Hiawatha and Downeaster lines.

Chicago commuters experienced over an hour's delay during rush hour due to an unauthorized person on CTA train tracks. The individual was taken into custody and no injuries were reported.

Chicago's public transportation is at risk, with the RTA warning of up to 40% service cuts by 2026 if a $770 million budget gap is not closed, affecting CTA, Metra, and Pace services.

O'Hare Airport's transit system was offline during spring break travel, leading to shuttle buses being deployed and calls for travelers to anticipate delays.

The CTA announces schedule enhancements to the Blue Line starting April 20, adding trips to meet anticipated spring ridership demand, amidst Kennedy Expressway construction changes.

Major construction resumes on Chicago's Kennedy Expressway, with lane closures expected to cause significant traffic delays until completion in November 2025.

Tesla vehicles are being vandalized due to CEO Elon Musk's politics, causing owners to disassociate from his views. Incidents have increased at dealerships and for individual owners, with some using disclaiming stickers for protection.

Rosemont, IL has implemented a temporary ban on new EV charging stations in parking garages after a vehicle fire, while critics express concern for local businesses.

The final phase of the Kennedy Expressway's overhaul is set to begin on March 18, focusing on bridge repairs and pavement improvements, with expected traffic disruptions until around Thanksgiving.