Semi Crash Closes Bishop Ford Expressway in Chicago
The Bishop Ford Expressway is closed in both directions after a semi crash on Monday evening, snarling rush-hour traffic in Chicago.
Illinois Accidents
Accidents that occured in Illinois or impacted Illinois residents.
Fatal Car Crash in Alsip, Illinois: Mark Winslow Killed
38-year-old Mark Winslow of Chicago, died in a car crash in Alsip, Illinois. His vehicle hit an electric pole and caught fire. Though pulled from the car by passing motorists, he still succumbed to his injuries.
Van Driver Survives Accident Between Two Tractor Trailers
A van driver in Montgomery County, Illinois, narrowly escapes injury after being sandwiched between two tractor trailers on Interstate 55. The accident occurred on Sunday evening and resulted in a fire. The driver was taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
Child Seriously Injured in Horse Racing Pace Car Accident at Effingham County Fairgrounds
A 5-year-old Altamont child was seriously injured Sunday at the Effingham County Fairgrounds when a horse racing pace car’s extended gate struck the child in the grandstand. The child was taken to the hospital and the incident is under investigation.
One Person Injured in Fiery Crash on Tri-State Tollway near O'Hare Airport
One person was injured in a fiery crash on the Tri-State Tollway near O'Hare airport in Cook County, Illinois. The crash occurred on Saturday morning when a one-car vehicle crossed onto the left shoulder, struck the center median wall, and caught fire. There were no fatalities reported.
16-Year-Old Boy Killed in Single-Vehicle Accident in Freeport
A 16-year-old boy from rural Freeport was killed in a single-vehicle accident after driving a stolen pick-up truck. The incident occurred on Saturday night in Freeport. No other people or vehicles were involved in the crash.
Pedestrian Killed in Vehicle Accident in Deerfield
A pedestrian has died after being hit by a vehicle in Deerfield, Illinois. The incident occurred on Sunday morning. The identity of the victim and the driver have not been released.
66-Year-Old Man Dies in Train vs. Truck Collision in Virden
A 66-year-old man has died following a train vs. truck collision in Virden, Illinois. The accident happened on Macoupin County Line Road. One person was pronounced dead at the scene.
Pick-up Truck Crashes into Parked Cars in Uptown Chicago
A pick-up truck crashed into parked cars in Uptown overnight, causing damage to multiple vehicles. Police are investigating the cause of the crash.
Two Dead in Three Vehicle Crash in Richland County, Illinois
Two people have died following a three vehicle crash involving a semi-truck and a construction zone along U.S. 50 in Richland County, Illinois.