The City of West Chicago shared this message today: Southbound Neltnor Boulevard (IL-59) is experiencing significant traffic delays from Main Street to Roosevelt Road due to an earlier traffic accident. Motorists should avoid this area if possible. La ciudad de West Chicago compartió este mensaje hoy: Neltnor Boulevard (IL-59) en dirección sur está experimentando importantes…
West Chicago, IL –The West Chicago Police Department recently conducted an impaired driving enforcement effort during the Labor Day weekend, resulting in zero arrests for driving under the influence. As part of the operation, officers issued 16 seat belt citations, two of which occurred during nighttime hours. Additional citations and arrests included 12 for speeding,…
Breaking News- The City of West Chicago has shared that Hawthorne Lane is currently closed from Industrial Drive to Harvester Road due to a broken gas main. Additionally, the city’s Facebook post included, “Motorists should avoid this area while Nicor Gas crews work to fix a broken gas line in the area. Repairs are anticipated…
The northbound lane of Wilson Avenue is closed at the Main Street intersection as construction crews complete the installation of a new sewer pipe within the region. Please seek an alternate route or be mindful of this change in traffic pattern if travelling through this area. El carril en dirección norte de Wilson Avenue está…
West Chicago, IL — The West Chicago Police Departmentpartnered with the Illinois Department of Transportation and law enforcement across the state for the holiday “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” drunk-driving enforcement campaign. From Dec.15 through Jan. 2, the West Chicago Police Department showed zero tolerance for impaired driving, arresting 3 offenders for the deadly…
West Chicago has historically been a railroad town. We’re a community built up around the rail industry, and many changes have been seen over the years. But wait, there are even more changes coming soon as Metra faces a mounting financial crisis. Metra, the commuter rail agency, is undergoing significant changes shortly. Starting from February…
SOUTH ELGIN, IL – A devastating incident unfolded outside South Elgin High School when a 17-year-old girl, Aanomeya Jacquline D. Henry, was alleged to have caused a fatal crash while driving under the influence of marijuana. This heartbreaking event claimed the lives of two young girls and has left the community in mourning. The collision…
Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over, Drive High Get a DUI West Chicago, IL — The holidays are a time for caring and sharing, which is why the West Chicago Police Department is partnering with the Illinois Department of Transportation to spread the word about the dangers of impaired driving with a “Driver Sober or…
Due to a traffic accident on Route 59 (Neltnor Boulevard) West Chicago, all northbound lanes of Route 59 are closed at Ingalton Avenue. Please avoid the area if possible. The West Chicago Voice will share updates with the community as they become available. Debido a un accidente de tráfico en la Ruta 59 (Neltnor Boulevard)…
West Chicago, IL – This Thanksgiving, the West Chicago Police Department is joining the Illinois State Police and local law enforcement to ensure holiday travelers are buckled up and driving sober with a “Click It or Ticket” and “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” enforcement campaign that runs Nov. 17-27. “Thanksgiving means more vehicles on…
The calendar says November, so snow and ice probably aren’t far away – which is why the Illinois Department of Transportation, Illinois State Police and Illinois Tollway are reminding the public that it’s time for “Winter Weather – Get it Together.” “At IDOT, preparing for winter is a year-long endeavor, but we need the public’s…
The following roads will be closed on Friday, September 29 from approximately 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. for the West Chicago Community High School Homecoming Parade. 🛑 Ann Street from Wood Street to Joliet Street 🛑 Joliet Street from Ann Street to Forest Avenue 🛑 Hazel Street from Joliet Street to Bishop Street 🛑 Bishop…
If you are attending this weekend’s Mexican Independence Day Festival, please be aware of the following street closures that will be in effect from Saturday, September 16 at 5 a.m. to Sunday, September 17 at 10 p.m. 🛑 Galena Street between Main Street and High Street 🛑 Main Street from Center Street to W. Washington…
The West Chicago City Council has given its approval for a Special Use Permit to be granted to Ruler CDL School, Inc., an Adult Educational Facility with a focus on Commercial Driver’s Licensing. The facility, Located at 1280 Powis Road in West Chicago was previously utilized by the Illinois Secretary of State as a DMV…
Traffic in all directions was affected Thursday, August 24th when a tanker truck apparently rolled over in next door Winfield, Illinois. The intersection at Roosevelt Road (Route 38) and Winfield Road was blocked for several hours. Traffic was slowed traveling west toward West Chicago on Roosevelt Road as well. According…
If you are attending this weekend’s Food Festival, please be aware of the following street closures that will be in effect on Saturday, August 26 from 10 a.m. to 11:59 p.m. 🛑Galena Street between Main Street and High Street 🛑Main Street from Chicago Street to W. Washington Street Additionally during this time, Turner Court’s one-way…
