Zero Injuries Reflect Agencywide Commitment to Safety

In 2024, numerous Illinois Tollway teams accomplished a major safety milestone: zero workplace injuries for the entire year. This milestone speaks volumes about the deep-rooted culture of safety these teams have built – one that is grounded in awareness, communication and mutual care among team members. “The culture of safety at the Illinois Tollway reflects the professionalism our employees bring to work every day, serving as the foundation for everything we do,” said Illinois Tollway...

Date Date 2025-05-29

Illinois Tollway event in Elgin draws owners of small and diverse businesses pursuing state contracts

A workshop hosted by the Illinois Tollway in Elgin connected representatives from more than 160 small, diverse and veteran-owned firms with resources and training that will increase their opportunities to provide goods and services to the Tollway and other government agencies....
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Date Date 2025-05-22

Illinois Tollway expects record 8 million travelers during extended Memorial Day holiday weekend

Expecting a record number of vehicles to use its roads during the Memorial Day weekend, the Illinois Tollway is reminding drivers to travel safely by slowing down, avoiding distracted driving and dialing *999 if they need roadside assistance on the way to their...
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Date Date 2025-05-20

Michael Shay Wins 2025 ChicagoCIO ORBIE Award

Congratulations to Illinois Tollway Chief Information Officer Michael Shay for winning a 2025 ChicagoCIO ORBIE Award in the nonprofit/public sector category! The ORBIE Awards recognize chief information officers who demonstrate outstanding leadership excellence, drive...
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Date Date 2025-05-20

Engineer designs growing business with help from Illinois Tollway diversity programs

In 2021, Lien Dastgir had a good job working as a professional engineer, a newborn daughter and like the rest of the world was coping with the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic--but she still decided to act on her long-time goal of starting her own business. “I told my husband...
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Date Date 2025-05-15

Illinois Tollway Executive Director Cassaundra Rouse Shines as WTS Woman of the Year

Congratulations to Illinois Tollway Executive Director Cassaundra Rouse for earning the Woman of the Year Award from both the WTS Greater Chicago Chapter and WTS International. Rouse gains this double distinction by keeping diversity and inclusion at the heart of the...
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Date Date 2025-05-14

Illinois Tollway Executive Director Cassaundra Rouse Shines as WTS Woman of the Year

Congratulations to Illinois Tollway Executive Director Cassaundra Rouse for earning the Woman of the Year Award from both the WTS Greater Chicago Chapter and WTS International. Rouse gains this double distinction by keeping diversity and inclusion at the heart of the...
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Date Date 2025-05-09

Unsung Heroes in Headsets: Celebrating Illinois Tollway Telecommunicators

When drivers run into trouble on the road and call 911 or *999 for help, the first voice they hear usually is one of the Illinois Tollway’s public safety telecommunicators.   As part of National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week, recognized this year from April 14–20,...
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Date Date 2025-04-23

Respect The Zone So We All Get Home

Work Zone Awareness Week kicks off start of construction season. With construction ramping up across the state, the Illinois Department of Transportation, Illinois State Police, Illinois Tollway, industry partners, local agencies and frontline construction workers today teamed...
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Date Date 2025-04-22

Illinois Tollway Joins ASPIRE’s Industry and Innovation Board

ASPIRE National Science Foundation (NSF) Engineering Research Center is proud to announce Illinois Tollway as the newest member of its Industry and Innovation Board (IIB). This strategic partnership is poised to place Illinois on the electrified transportation infrastructure...
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Date Date 2025-04-18

Illinois Tollway Reminds Drivers to be Prepared to Encounter Work Zones During Easter Weekend Travel

Nearly 8.1 million vehicles expected to travel Thursday through Monday   Drivers should watch for work zones, follow posted speed limits and put away cellphones to avoid distracted driving while traveling on the Illinois Tollway during the extended Easter holiday weekend,...
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Date Date 2025-04-16

2024 Go the Extra Mile for Safety Award Presented to Dixon (M-12) Maintenance Site Team

When it comes to workplace safety, the Illinois Tollway's Dixon (M-12) Maintenance Site is leading the way – earning the 2024 Go the Extra Mile for Safety Award.  In 2024, the Dixon maintenance site achieved a remarkable milestone: zero incidents reported for the entire...
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Date Date 2025-04-10

Celebrating a Hometown Leader: Cassaundra Rouse Honored as an Amazing Woman of Rich Township

Illinois Tollway Executive Director Cassaundra Rouse, a proud Chicago Southland resident, was celebrated as one of the 2025 Amazing Women of Rich Township during an awards ceremony on March 20 in Tinley Park.   Rouse was among 22 exceptional women recognized for their...
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Date Date 2025-03-28

“Safety Wall” at M-11 adds a personal touch to remind workers to safely do their jobs

“Safety Wall” at M-11 adds a personal touch to remind workers to safely do their jobs Illinois Tollway Maintenance Section Manager Phil Peterson wanted to drive home the importance of safety by making it personal, so he turned for help to the workers he supervises at the M-11...
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Date Date 2025-03-20

ACEC Illinois Engineering Excellence Awards

Illinois Tollway Executive Director Cassaundra Rouse joined project teams in celebrating recognition from the American Council of Engineering Companies of Illinois at the annual Engineering Excellence Awards Gala on February 27 in Rosemont. Two Illinois Tollway projects...
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Date Date 2025-03-05

Illinois Tollway hosts Girl Scouts for STEM activities on “Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day

Using everyday objects like pennies, paper, spaghetti noodles and marshmallows, Illinois Tollway engineers introduced visiting Girl Scouts to common construction and design principles during activities intended to further the Scouts’ interest in engineering careers. More than...
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Date Date 2025-03-05

Illinois Tollway Internships Offer Hands-On Experience for College Students and Recent Grads

College students and recent grads: Ready to turn your knowledge and skills into real-world experience?  The Illinois Tollway is looking for motivated students to join its 2025 Internship Program, where you’ll gain hands-on experience in the transportation world through...
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Date Date 2025-03-03

Illinois Tollway takes kids’ suggestions, names its talking, mini-H.E.L.P. truck “HELP Truck Hank”

The kids have spoken—and the Illinois Tollway listened. After sorting through names suggested by children visiting its booth at the Chicago Auto Show, the Tollway has dubbed the talking, kid-sized safety education vehicle “HELP Truck Hank.” “We’re thrilled that so many...
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Date Date 2025-02-24

Visit the Illinois Tollway's Booth at the Chicago Auto Show

Visit our I-PASS On Demand Team They will be onsite providing customer service to new and existing customers. Team members will be available beginning at 10 a.m. every day to assist drivers with opening and managing I-PASS or I-PASS Assist accounts, obtaining I-PASS Sticker...
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Date Date 2025-02-03

Interns gain new skills working with Illinois Tollway mentors while bringing enthusiasm and fresh ideas

When the Illinois Tollway brought in 31 college interns last summer to work with mentors in 13 different agency departments, the goal was for the students to learn new professional skills, gain insights into how the Tollway operates and possibly develop an interest in pursuing...
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Date Date 2025-01-28
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