The State Street Bridge in downtown Chicago is closed for months of repairs, causing detours and commuter inconvenience until approximately Thanksgiving.

Stellantis plans to reopen its Belvidere plant by 2027 despite layoffs and market challenges due to a 25% tariff on imported vehicles and parts. The company is adjusting its production strategy amid broader industry impacts from tariffs.

Addison Street bridge over Kennedy Expressway will undergo repairs starting May 12, causing lane reductions and traffic pattern changes. The $1.2 million project includes bridge deck work and new ADA ramps.

A man robbed a $10,000 violin on a CTA Blue Line train in Chicago. The police are seeking public help to recover the unique, undistinguishable instrument.

Illinois is experiencing a rush for REAL IDs before the May 7 federal deadline, leading to extended hours at DMV offices. However, miscommunications resulted in resident frustrations, with a Chicago Supercenter unexpectedly closed on a Saturday.

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.