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“You play a role in work zone safety” Illinois Tollway and other state agencies remind drivers during National Work Zone Awareness Week

Reminding drivers that they play a critical role in maintaining safe work zones, the Illinois Tollway is joining other safety and transportation agencies, industry partners and construction workers to mark National Work Zone Awareness Week  With roadway construction occurring across Illinois, including nearly $1.5 billion the Tollway plans to invest in reconstructing and expanding its 294-mile system, drivers need to slow down, put away electronic devices and remember that “You play...

You Can Now Use I-PASS on All Florida Toll Roads

Things just got brighter for I-PASS customers heading down to Florida: I-PASS is now accepted on all toll roads in the Sunshine State. The Florida Turnpike joins the Central Florida Expressway Authority as part of the E-ZPass Group.So, whether you’re driving down to visit...

You Can Now Use I-PASS on All Florida Toll Roads

Things just got brighter for I-PASS customers heading down to Florida: I-PASS is now accepted on all toll roads in the Sunshine State. The Florida Turnpike joins the Central Florida Expressway Authority as part of the E-ZPass Group.So, whether you’re driving down to visit...

WTS Greater Chicago Welcomes Illinois Tollway Leadership

The WTS Greater Chicago Chapter hosted a networking event recognizing the Illinois Tollway including Executive Director Cassaundra Rouse in her new leadership position. The event provided an opportunity for Tollway leadership to connect with about 100 members of WTS Greater...

Work zones are temporary. Actions behind the wheel can last forever.

With another historic construction season underway in Illinois, the Illinois Department of Transportation, Illinois State Police, Illinois Tollway, industry partners and frontline construction workers today teamed up for National Work Zone Awareness Week to remind the public...

Work Zones Are a Sign to Slow Down

Another historic year of construction means extra attention required at all times. With construction season ramping up across the state, the Illinois Department of Transportation, Illinois State Police, Illinois Tollway, industry partners and frontline construction...

Work pours in after concrete cutting firm joins Illinois Tollway’s Technical Assistance Program

When he started Allstate Concrete Cutting more than 10 years ago, Mike Seay operated out of a cramped, 3,500-square-foot shop and relied on a workforce of about 8 employees, who primarily removed old concrete from roads and bridges so they could be rebuilt or replaced.This...

Winners Announced for 2021 Illinois Tollway Map Cover Art Contest

The Illinois Tollway today announced that Samantha Cervantes, a sophomore at Thornton Fractional North High School, Calumet City, is the grand prize winner of the 2021 Illinois Tollway Map Cover Art Contest highlighting “Everyday Heroes” who are making a positive impact on...

Winners Announced for 2021 Illinois Tollway Map Cover Art Contest

The Illinois Tollway today announced that Samantha Cervantes, a sophomore at Thornton Fractional North High School, Calumet City, is the grand prize winner of the 2021 Illinois Tollway Map Cover Art Contest highlighting “Everyday Heroes” who are making a positive impact on...

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