Illinois lawmakers recently approved bills aimed at improving road safety, preventing cheating on Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) exams, and modernizing state operations. These measures reflect a commitment to safer roads and more efficient government services. Road Safety for All Ages One key initiative is House Bill 1226, which seeks to enhance road safety by raising the age at…
You would think that the number of traffic fatalities on Chicago streets declined after the pandemic, but no. They rose from 115 in 2019 to 175 in 2024, according to the data. In many neighborhoods—especially in the Chicago Lawn District—fatal crashes remain alarmingly frequent. The district alone has recorded more than 10,000 crashes annually since 2021 and over 80 traffic-related deaths in the past six and a half years. …
