1 Killed in Crash with Semi-Truck on Bishop Ford Freeway

Incident occurred overnight on Chicago's Far South Side, police say

Published on Feb. 8, 2026

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One person died after their vehicle crashed with a semi-truck overnight on the Bishop Ford Freeway on Chicago's Far South Side, according to Illinois State Police. All southbound lanes of I-94 were closed at the scene of the crash for several hours early Sunday morning, but ISP says they have since reopened.

Why it matters

Fatal crashes involving semi-trucks on major highways are a serious public safety concern, often resulting in devastating loss of life. This incident highlights the need for continued vigilance and safety measures to protect drivers on Chicago's roadways.

The details

According to ISP, troopers responded to I-94 southbound and 130th Street just after 1 a.m. Sunday for a crash involving a Nissan SUV and a semi-truck. The driver of the Nissan was taken to an area hospital and pronounced dead from injuries sustained in the crash, while the driver of the semi-truck was taken to an area hospital with injuries.

  • The crash occurred just after 1 a.m. on Sunday, February 8, 2026.
  • All southbound lanes of I-94 were closed for several hours after the incident but have since reopened.

The players

Illinois State Police

The state law enforcement agency that responded to and investigated the fatal crash.

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The takeaway

This tragic incident underscores the importance of highway safety and the need for continued vigilance to protect drivers on Chicago's roadways, especially when it comes to crashes involving large commercial vehicles.