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Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT)

Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT)
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https://idot.illinois.gov
The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) facilitates the inter-connectivity of all transportation modes for the efficient movement of people and goods. The roots of the agency can be traced back more than a century, for as long as cars, highways, and air traffic have moved people around the state. IDOT sends traffic-related news releases to The Lansing Journal, and we publish those that are relevant to readers in our community.

New IDOT safety campaign asks: Life or Death?

Multimedia effort includes focus for first time on all modes of transportation information provided by the Illinois Department of Transportation SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (May 2018) – The Illinois Department of Transportation this week announced the debut of a multimedia safety campaign that asks the public to make a choice: Life or Death.“Illinois...

IDOT, ISP urge motorcyclists to ‘Ride Smart’

Safety should be first priority in spring riding season information provided by the Illinois Department of Transportation and the Illinois State Police SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (April 2018) — The first hint of warm, spring weather is here and motorcycle riders are looking to rev up and hit the open road. To ensure...

Heavy snow forecasted in parts of northern Illinois

Reduced visibility, slick conditions anticipated this weekend SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (March 23, 2018) – The Illinois Department of Transportation is warning the public that a storm system will move through the state tonight and Saturday, potentially producing heavy accumulations of snow north of Interstate 74. Widespread rain is expected throughout Illinois...

IDOT and Illinois State Police encourage sober driving during Super Bowl weekend

Expect increased safety patrols, seatbelt enforcement zones, and roadside safety checks information provided by the Illinois Department of Transportation SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (February 1, 2018) – As America’s football fans gear up for one of the most anticipated sporting events of the year, the Illinois Department of Transportation and Illinois State Police...

Ring in the New Year Safely: Keep the Celebration off the Road

Impaired driving and seat belt patrols planned for New Year’s weekend information provided by the Illinois Department of Transportation SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (December 28, 2017) – The Illinois Department of Transportation, along with state and local law enforcement, wants to ring in 2018 with zero alcohol- and drug-related crashes on Illinois roads....

Bookmark ‘Getting Around Illinois’ for latest winter road conditions

Responsive, mobile-friendly IDOT site keeps travelers informed information provided by the Illinois Department of Transportation SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (December 20, 2017) - As the official start of winter approaches, the Illinois Department of Transportation reminds travelers to visit and bookmark the newly redesigned GettingAroundIllinois.com for continually updated information on road conditions.“The new-and-improved...

IDOT partners with law enforcement to ensure safe holiday travel

information provided by the Illinois Department of Transportation SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (December 18, 2017) - The Illinois Department of Transportation, Illinois State Police, and local law enforcement agencies throughout the state are working together to ensure motorists drive sober and buckle up this holiday season. Beginning December 18 through January 2,...