Chicago's Kennedy Expressway Rehabilitation Completed Early, Easing Congestion
Governor J.B. Pritzker announced the completion of Chicago's Kennedy Expressway rehabilitation project on Friday, wrapping up the work a month ahead of schedule.
The project, which began in 2023, cost $169 million and was funded through the Rebuild Illinois capital program. It caused significant congestion and increased travel times for commuters during its duration.
Meanwhile, in a spooky turn of events, Illinois graveyards have made headlines. Rosehill Cemetery in Chicago was named the scariest in the state, according to a survey by Choice Mutual. Sleepy Hollow in New York took the national title. Bachelor's Grove in Midlothian and Springdale Cemetery in Peoria also made the list of the nation's most eerie graveyards.
In unrelated news, Illinois State Police enforcement data revealed a 68% increase in cannabis-involved crashes from fiscal year 2022 to 2023. Nationally, 41.9% of drivers who died in crashes tested positive for THC, according to new research.
The Kennedy Expressway rehabilitation project is now complete, easing travel for commuters. Illinois's graveyards, particularly Rosehill Cemetery, have gained national attention for their spooky reputations. The increase in cannabis-involved crashes serves as a reminder for safe driving practices.
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