With an SMTD bus facility, Amtrak station, and parking deck, THE HUB will make getting around easier, safer, and greener thanks to EV charging and solar panels. Look forward to its grand opening in 2027! Learn more: sangamonil.gov/thehub
Exciting news for Springfield travelers! Yesterday, Secretary Biagi, @govpritzker.illinois.gov, and local leaders came together to celebrate THE HUB—a new transportation center coming downtown.
Severe weather can strike at any time. If you’re hitting the road, take it slow and stay alert.
Check gettingaroundillinois.com for real-time updates and traffic cameras before you head out.
Curious about what’s next for I-39 in Rockford and Cherry Valley? Join us at our open house on Thursday, March 5, from 4 to 6:30 p.m. Our team will be available to answer your questions, discuss upcoming construction, and share project updates. Explore displays, maps, and more. prez.ly/uo7d
Illinois offers 63 public transit options to help you get where you need to go. Find your local provider and start planning your next trip today: idot.click/nzx.
Heads up, Joliet travelers! Overnight closures will be encountered in both directions on I-55 at I-80 beginning Monday, March 2 through Thursday, March 5. The closures are necessary to safely remove and install new steel beams on the I-80 bridges over the expressway. prez.ly/457d
The final phase of the I-80 project starts the week of March 2! Construction begins on the Chicago Street interchange (U.S. 52/IL 53). Work on the Des Plaines River bridges will begin this spring. The work is expected to wrap in 2028. prez.ly/v57d
Celebrate Engineers Week (Feb. 22–28)! Engineers play a vital role in shaping transportation and inspiring the next generation to transform the future of travel and infrastructure. #Eweek2026 #TransformYourFuture
Seeing students actively engaged with our maps in the classroom is a wonderful reminder of the impact we can make together. Thank you to the educators for sharing these great photos and for inspiring the next generation of Illinois learners!
We’re proud to support the Champaign County Farm Bureau’s Ag in the Classroom program! With IDOT maps, more than 2,200 students in grades 2–8 across Champaign County are learning how Illinois highways play a key role in moving food from farms to tables. 🌱🗺️
At IDOT, we honor the professionals who drive progress and invite students to discover engineering as a future path, inspiring the next generation of problem-solvers. #Eweek2026
Engineers Week (Feb. 22–28) is here! Join us as we celebrate the essential role engineers play in our daily lives—from infrastructure to innovation. This year’s theme, “Transform Your Future,” highlights how engineering shapes the world and inspires students to explore careers in this vital field.
Please use caution, slow down, and remember to turn on your headlights!
Know before you go, check gettingaroundillinois.com for current conditions and live traffic cameras along your route.
Heads up, Illinois! Severe weather is expected across much of the state today, including areas of dense fog, severe thunderstorms, strong wind gusts, and a light dusting of snow possible tonight in northern regions.
These conditions may impact driving depending on your location.
With the recent snow, rain, and freezing temperatures, potholes are popping up more than usual. Our crews are out patching and repairing whenever the weather allows. Please remember to slow down, stay alert, and give our workers plenty of space. 🤝
Spot a pothole? Let us know here: idot.click/d60
Love the road, not the risk—impaired driving is heartbreak, not a date. Show your loved ones you care by making safe choices on the road. 💓
DYK: Steel beams on Illinois bridges are painted blue, green, gray, or brown—unless it’s a stone-colored precast girder. Some river crossings, like Peoria’s I-74 Murray Baker Bridge, feature colors chosen with community input. Learn more: idot.click/IDOT-Update
🎙️ #TakeTheExit is IDOT’s official podcast, where we highlight the people, projects, and stories driving transportation forward in Illinois. In this episode, we discuss winter weather road preparations with Kyle Armstrong, Engineer of Operations. idot.click/take-the-exit
Join us for a public hearing on Wed., Feb. 11, from 4 to 6 p.m. to discuss proposed improvements to U.S. 24/Illinois 9, from Banner to Kingston Mines. Attendees can view project displays, speak with IDOT representatives, ask questions, and share comments. prez.ly/iQ5d
It's that time of year again, Illinois! Our annual report showcases our work and progress throughout 2025. To access the downloadable/print version of IDOT's Annual Report, visit idot.click/ug1.
Have thoughts about the projects in our federally required STIP? Now’s your chance to make your voice heard! To review the list and others, visit idot.click/stip. There you can ask questions, leave comments and learn more about the process. idot.click/t5s
February marks the beginning of Black History Month, and this year marks a century of national commemorations of Black history. Join us as we celebrate the history, culture, and significant contributions in the transportation industry.
Learn more: idot.click/BHM
We're updating gettingaroundillinois.com in real time so you know what’s happening before you hit the road. Just because you don't see us, doesn't mean we aren't out!
❄️ IDOT maintains the state highway system—all interstates, U.S. routes and state highways, though some U.S. routes or state highways may be maintained by local municipalities via municipal maintenance agreements. Generally, we don’t plow tollways, county, township or city streets.
Stay safe, stay warm, and keep an eye on updates and road conditions at gettingaroundillinois.com!
Our crews will be out on the roads today and into the work week. While the storm will exit by Sunday, it may take additional time to clear the roads due to the extreme cold. We need your continued patience over the next few days as we work to ensure safe travel conditions.
With these bitter temperatures, the effectiveness of salt will be limited, making road conditions hazardous. Please avoid travel this weekend, especially in the southern regions. Overnight travel will be particularly treacherous.
🚨 Winter Weather Alert for Illinois! 🚨
A Winter Storm Warning is in effect this weekend for the southern half of the state, with heavy snow expected. An Extreme Cold Warning is also in place statewide today through the weekend.
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Become part of our team and support our commitment to providing Illinois citizens and visitors with the best transportation system while enhancing quality of life and safety across the state.
Search open positions here: idot.click/IDOT-jobs
We’ll also discuss public service, support for disadvantaged, women-owned, minority-owned, and veteran-owned businesses, as well as career pathways at IDOT, including the Intern to Hire program.
🎧 Watch and listen here: idot.click/take-the-exit
