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, the Illinois Tollway is proud to shine a spotlight on these behind-the-scenes "heroes in headsets" who are always on the job – 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. “Our public safety telecommunicators are often the first...

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

Illinois Tollway Congratulates Businesses Graduating In Its Technical Assistance Program Class of 2024

The Illinois Tollway congratulates leaders from 18 businesses in the Class of 2024 graduating from the Tollway Technical Assistance Program administered by Inner-City Underwriting Agency.   The business owners will be recognized at a ceremony in Chicago on Thursday,...
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Date Date 2025-01-24

Illinois Tollway builds bridges for planes, trains and automobiles as it constructs new I-490 Tollway

Construction on the new I-490 Tollway focused on building a dozen bridges, including some that won’t ever carry cars or trucks. In an unusual twist, one of the bridges started by the Illinois Tollway was an 1,800-foot-long railroad bridge that will help create room for I-490...
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Date Date 2025-01-15

Illinois Tollway Board Approves New 7-Year, $2 Billion Capital Plan

Bridging the Future Capital Plan to address connectivity and safety while the Tollway continues long-range strategic plan development of the Tollway’s next long-term capital program The Illinois Tollway Board of Directors today approved a new multi-year capital plan that...
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Date Date 2024-12-20

Illinois Tollway’s Cathy Williams Honored As A Trailblazing Woman in Public Finance

The Bond Buyer and Northeast Women in Public Finance recognized Illinois Tollway Chief Financial Officer Cathy Williams as a Trailblazing Woman in Public Finance.    The award recognizes Williams’ exceptional contributions to the public finance industry, advocacy for...
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Date Date 2024-12-10

Illinois Tollway Expects About 8.9 Million Vehicles Traveling Over The Thanksgiving Holiday

As many as 8.9 million vehicles are expected to travel on the Illinois Tollway system during this year’s extended Thanksgiving holiday, and drivers who become stranded or need roadside assistance should dial *999 to obtain prompt help from the Tollway. Drivers who call *999...
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Date Date 2024-11-26

ENR Midwest Presents Best Project Award for Tri-State Tollway (I-294) Over 87th Street/Roberts Road

ENR Midwest presented a Best Project Award to the Illinois Tollway for the Tri-State Tollway (I-294) over 87th Street and Roberts Road Bridge Project, a testament to the innovation, collaboration and dedication of the entire project team. This $45 million project, completed...
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Date Date 2024-11-22

Illinois Tollway Launches SmartRoad On Northern Section Of Central Tri-State Tollway (I-294)

The Illinois Tollway turned on its latest SmartRoad today on the northern section of the Central Tri-State Tollway (I-294) between Wolf Road and Balmoral Avenue in conjunction with the opening of the new fifth lane for northbound traffic. The integration of 14 over-the-road...
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Date Date 2024-11-20
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