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Lake Forest Park to Replace Water Fountains with Bottle-Fill Stations

The city will install new water bottle fill stations in six local parks to encourage sustainability.

Portion of Kirby and Prospect to Close for Traffic Signal Repair

Eastbound lane to be shut down for foundation work on Thursday

Peoria Prepares for Major Intersection Reconstruction

Year-long project at University and Northmoor to impact drivers, pedestrians, and nearby schools

Fifth Street Closed for Material Delivery

University Group to block Fifth Street between Springfield and Healey on Friday

Hinsdale Traffic Deemed Well-Functioning by Engineering Firm

But engineer suggests improvements like increased parking enforcement and crosswalk visibility

Main Street Reconstruction Underway In Staunton

Sections of Staunton's Main Street and sidewalks will be closed for repaving.

Paula Drive to Close at Mattis Avenue Beginning February 27

Garden Hills Phase 3 project brings long-term intersection and lane closures in Champaign, IL.

Hollow Avenue Improvements Continuing Soon In Jerseyville

New stormwater system repairs starting Feb 23, enhancing Baxter to Waggoner Avenue areas.

Wheaton Railroad Crossing Repairs to Cause Detours

West Street crossing to be closed for one day on February 23rd.

Illinois Bill Aims to Limit Service Appointment Windows to 2 Hours

Proposed legislation would require companies to provide at least 1 hour notice before arrival.

Atwood Considers Sidewalk and Bridge to Dollar General

Village board discusses $300,000 project to improve pedestrian access and safety

Galesburg Recommends Lower Speed Limits on Lake Storey Road

Traffic Advisory Committee cites crash data and speeding concerns in proposing 25 mph advisory limits on curves and 45 to 35 mph reduction near campground

Love Your Block Grant Applications Open for Evanston Residents

The program offers mini-grants to improve neighborhoods and public spaces.

Ottawa Street in Joliet to Close for Two Days

Repairs to a fiber optics line will require a full closure on Illinois Route 53 between Chicago and Jackson streets.

Champaign Announces Two Road Closures Starting Thursday

Fifth Street and Broadmoor Drive to see temporary shutdowns for construction work.

Big street projects coming to Quincy in '26

Road work planned for A Street, 13th Avenue, and M Street to improve traffic flow and accommodate growth