Transportation

ISP launches Operation Fatal 4 for Labor Day weekend

Submitted by Amber Ruch, KFVS12 County News Web Producer

Wednesday, August 31st, 2011, 11:30am

ISP launches Operation Fatal 4 for Labor Day weekend

FRANKLIN COUNTY, IL (KFVS) - The Illinois State Police are reminding drivers to make safety their number one priority over the Labor Day holiday weekend.

ISP says law enforcement will be pushing for zero fatalities by enforcing the four most common traffic violations leading to fatalities: speeding, DUI, failure to wear seat belts and distracted driving.

ISP will continue to partner with IDOT in its push against impaired drivers.

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Illinois releases new travel app

Submitted by Christy Hendricks

Saturday, August 27th, 2011, 1:10pm

DUQUOIN, IL (KFVS) - A new mobile application can help fairgoers to the DuQuoin State Fair.

The Enjoy Illinois mobile app is the state's official mobile travel and lifestyle guide for travelers across Illinois.

It allows access to more than 10,000 statewide listings including accomodations, dining, attractions, events, deals, and more.

Features of the Enjoy Illinois app include:

Near Me navigation: Utilizes location-based/GPS searches to view attractions nearby and filter listings by interest.
Browse by Interest: Organizes the listings by category so users can view attractions based on interests, such as Accommodations, Arts & Culture, Attractions, Dining and Nightlife.
Browse by Region: Enables exploration of listings by region.
My Trips feature: Allows user to create a custom itinerary list to share via social media (Twitter, Facebook) or by email.

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ISP is reminding drivers to take precautions as students return to school

Submitted by Amber Ruch, KFVS12 County News Web Producer

Tuesday, August 23rd, 2011, 12:41pm

ISP is reminding drivers to take precautions as students return to school

FRANKLIN COUNTY, IL (KFVS) - The Illinois State Police is reminding drivers to use safety precautions in preparation of the new school year.

ISP is urging motorists, cyclists, school bus drivers and parents about the increased traffic in and around school zones.

“As schools across Illinois open their doors for a new school year, Illinois State Police want to remind the public that school zone speed limits will be enforced and officers will be looking for distracted drivers on the roadways,” said ISP District Commander Captain Masse.

Masse said drivers should heighten their awareness as officers will increase their presence, focusing on school speed zones, cell phones, distracted drivers, seat belt/child restraint safety and illegal passing of school buses.

According to ISP, teen driver safety is also their top priority.

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ISP reminds drivers to use caution as school starts

Submitted by Amber Ruch, KFVS12 County News Web Producer

Tuesday, August 9th, 2011, 11:22am

ISP reminds drivers to use caution as school starts

FRANKLIN COUNTY, IL (KFVS) - The Illinois State Police would like to remind drivers that classes will be starting soon and that means an increase of vehicle, bicycle and pedestrian traffic near schools.

According to ISP, drivers should focus on driving and limit distractions while driving, especially near a school. They should be on a lookout for school buses and be prepared to stop at the appropriate time and place when school buses are loading or unloading children.

They say it is also against the law to talk on a cell phone while driving through a school zone.

Police say troops will be conducting enforcement activities throughout the school year in and around schools to take care of unsafe driving.

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Benton man hit by train

Submitted by Christy Hendricks

Monday, July 18th, 2011, 11:36am

BENTON, IL (KFVS) - A Benton man was injured after he was hit by a train Sunday.

Benton Police say the Canadian National Railroad called the police department to report a man off to the side of the train as it was moving on Sunday.

Toby S. Adams, 33, of Benton was taken to the Franklin County Hospital with minor injuries.

He was cited for criminal trespass for being on railroad property.

It happened on the south side of the railroad track between south Du Quoin and Pope streets, according to the Benton Police Department.

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Sixty-three-old sent to hospital after running stop sign, hitting car

Submitted by Amber Ruch, KFVS12 County News Web Producer

Tuesday, July 5th, 2011, 2:47pm

Sixty-three-old sent to hospital after running stop sign, hitting car

PADUCAH, KY (KFVS) - According to the McCracken County Sheriffs Department, a 63-year-old was sent to the hospital after he ran a stop sign at 12:08 p.m. on Tuesday.

Deputies responded to the scene when Edward Elliott, 63 was driving his 2000 Honda Odyssey and came to a stop sign at the intersection of Lakewood Drive and Bleich Road.

Police say Elliott hit the brakes and the gas at the same time, ran the stop sign and hit a 1999 Pontiac Grand Am driven by Matthew Haralambidis, 24, of Paducah.

Elliot was taken to Baptist Hospital for a minor injury to his knee.

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IDOT to suspend construction over holiday weekend

Submitted by Amber Ruch, KFVS12 County News Web Producer

Friday, July 1st, 2011, 2:02pm

IDOT to suspend construction over holiday weekend

FRANKLIN COUNTY, IL (KFVS) - The Illinois Department of Transportation will suspend construction over the Fourth of July weekend to reduce congestion and improve traffic flow.

IDOT will suspend all non-emergency road work and open all lane where possible staring Friday, July 1 until midnight on Monday, July 4.

“Independence Day is often celebrated with friends and family usually traveling long distances to connect,” said Illinois Transportation Secretary Gary Hannig. “With heavy traffic expected over the holiday weekend, IDOT is providing a list of closures in advance to help motorists plan their trips.

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