Work will begin upgrading the traffic signals and installing ADA-compliant sidewalk ramps, weather-permitting, Monday, Oct. 17.
Of the 47.9 million Americans who plan to travel 50 miles or more during June 30-July 4 holiday weekend, a record 42 million will travel.
A 27-year-old motorcyclist and a 36-year-old driver both died Thursday after different crashes, according to the Illinois State Police.
Kostner Avenue between 123rd Street and 119th Place will be closed starting Jan. 15 for rail crossing repairs.