Greyhound, big rig in deadly crash
Some Illinois residents might have heard about a Greyhound bus accident on Aug. 30 that resulted in the death of eight people. The accident, which happened in New Mexico, happened when a semi-trailer hit the bus. The National Transportation Safety Board is investigating the accident. It has been reported that the truck had lost...
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Restoring your driving privileges after a DUI in Illinois
Getting a conviction for driving under the influence can come with many frustrating consequences. Perhaps the most inconvenient repercussion is the loss of driving privileges. Without your license, you will be unable to lawfully drive to work, school or for any other purpose.If you drive when your license is under suspension, you may face...
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Placing roundabouts at rural intersections saves lives
Rural highway intersections in Illinois and across the U.S. can be deadly. Many of these crossroads use stop signs or traffic lights to govern fast-moving vehicles, which can lead to a significant number of serious car accidents, injuries and fatalities. To mitigate the problem, some states are turning to roundabouts. For example, the North...
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Man facing DUI charge following motorcycle accident
An Illinois man was taken into police custody on July 25 following a motorcycle accident that left a passenger with severe injuries. The motorcyclist was believed to be under the influence when the accident occurred.The accident took place at about 10:30 p.m. near 111th Street and Parker Road in Palos Park. According to the...
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