I-294 crash: One killed after semi truck hits stopped car
Illinois State Police say the driver of the semi was unable to stop and struck a Nissan in the rear.
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Driver killed in rollover crash on Tri-State
Another car was involved in the accident, but that driver was not hurt.
Driver carjacked while stopped in traffic on I-294 near Hinsdale
A Hinsdale police officer came across the scene shortly after and tried to stop the carjacked vehicle.
2 dead, 1 critically hurt after multi-vehicle crash in Markham
Police investigate after two people are killed, and another is hospitalized following a four-car crash in Markham Friday evening.
Three children suffer life-threatening injuries in I-294 crash
According to ISP, three vehicles crashed on I-294 near mile post 50.5 in Cook County.
Police pursuit ends on Tri-State Tollway at 75th Street, causing huge backup
An unmarked police car was also rammed by a semi-trailer truck at the scene.
Semi driver escapes fiery crash on tri-state tollway
The rig caught fire, but the driver got out and was not hurt.
Truck Strikes Construction Wall On I-294 Near 95th Street; 2 Lanes Closed
Lanes are closed on I-294 Tuesday morning after a truck tractor struck a construction wall.
1 Man Killed In Crash Involving 2 Trucks On I-294 Near 75th Street
All southbound lanes are closed on I-294 near 75th Street after a crash involving two semi trucks.
Semi-Truck Carrying Fireworks Crashes, Catches On Fire On I-294 In Berkeley
A semi-truck carrying fireworks crashed and caught on fire in west suburban Berkeley Friday morning.
2 Northbound Lanes Closed On I-294 At 79th Street After Crash Involving 2 Semi Trucks
One person was seriously injured in a crash involving two semi trucks on I-294 at 79th Street.
2 Injured In Crash Involving Semi-Trailer I-294; Lanes Blocked Near Golf Road
Two people were injured in a crash involving a semi-trailer on I-29 Tuesday morning.
Eastbound I-290 Shut Down After Three Semi Trucks Crash, Catch Fire
The eastbound lanes of I-290 east of St. Charles Road were shut down late Sunday morning after a crash and fire involving three semi trucks, according to Illinois State Police.
Illinois State Trooper Dragged Along I-294 In Glenview During Traffic Stop
An Illinois state trooper was dragged along 294, after the offender drove off during a traffic stop.
Brother Of Veteran Killed In I-294 Hit-And-Run: Driver Needs To Take Responsibility
Michael Black was a veteran who had served in Iraq and Afghanistan – only to lose his life in a hit-and-run on the tollway here at home.
Dump Truck Accident Snags Traffic On I-294
A dump truck accident shut down the southbound lanes of the Tri-State Tollway near Harlem Avenue Monday – at the height of the evening rush.
ISP Searching For Suspect After Fatal Hit-And-Run On Tri-State Tollway
Illinois State Police are investigating a fatal hit-and-run on the Tri-State tollway and looking for the driver they said caused the crash.
Southbound Lanes On Tri-State Closed Near Hinsdale Oasis
The southbound Tri-State has been closed after an accident involving two semis.
Chicago's Traffic Woes Surpass Los Angeles
Traffic in the Chicago area is getting worse, according to new data released this month showing drivers spend an average of 138 hours a year sitting in traffic.
All Lanes Open Following 'Serious Crash' On I-294 In Northbrook
A "serious crash" between an SUV and a tractor trailer has closed all north and southbound lanes of I-294 at Willow Road in Northbrook, according to Illinois State Police.
Service Set For Trooper Killed During Snowstorm
The 34-year-old Lambert was headed home on I-294 near Northbrook when he pulled over and got out of his squad car to respond to a three-vehicle crash. A car then struck him.
Semi Bursts Into Flames After Crashing Into Bus On I-294
A semi truck and a bus have crashed on I-294 near St. Charles Road, Illinois State Police say.
Fatal Snow Plow Involved Crash On I-294 Near Western Springs
On person died Sunday after a Chevrolet driver lost control and struck an Illinois Tollway snow plow that was stopped in a lane of traffic with emergency lights activated.
'Everybody Loved Him,' Illinois State Police Honor Trooper Fatally Struck On I-294
Dozens of troopers lined the streets overnight to honor Illinois State Police trooper Christopher Lambert, 34, who died after being hit by a passing car on I-294.
Family Of Construction Worker Killed On I-294: 'These Are Lives Working Out There'
"The public doesn't seem to understand these are lives that are working out there. They just fly by and they lose control of their cars these guys are sitting ducks."
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