33 Injured in Chicago Tour Bus Crash in Green Bay

Bus headed to Michigan casino crashed after exiting interstate, going over embankment

Mar. 23, 2026 at 2:48am

At least 33 passengers on a tour bus from Chicago were injured when the bus crashed in Green Bay, Wisconsin on Sunday afternoon. The bus, carrying 54 people, was headed to a casino in Michigan when it exited northbound Interstate 43, crossed the roadway, and went over an embankment. Two people were critically injured, and the injured were taken to local hospitals and a Salvation Army community center. The cause of the crash is under investigation by the Wisconsin State Patrol and Green Bay police.

Why it matters

Tour bus crashes can have devastating consequences, causing serious injuries and raising questions about vehicle safety, driver training, and transportation regulations. This incident highlights the need for thorough investigations to determine the cause and prevent similar accidents in the future.

The details

According to authorities, the bus was traveling from Chicago to a casino in Michigan when the crash occurred around 2:45 pm on Sunday. The bus exited northbound Interstate 43, crossed the roadway, and went over an embankment. At least two passengers were critically injured, while the remaining 31 sustained less serious injuries. Emergency responders transported the injured to local hospitals as well as a Salvation Army community center.

  • The crash occurred around 2:45 pm on Sunday, March 23, 2026.

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Green Bay Authorities

The local law enforcement and emergency response teams that responded to and investigated the tour bus crash.

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What’s next

The Wisconsin State Patrol and Green Bay police are continuing to investigate the cause of the crash, including whether the bus experienced any mechanical issues or if the driver will face any citations or charges.

The takeaway

This tragic incident underscores the importance of stringent safety standards and oversight for the tour bus industry to protect passengers and prevent similar accidents from occurring in the future.