The Illinois Distracted Driving Law That I Unknowingly Violated
I got busted for distracted driving yesterday, and I had no idea I was doing anything wrong.
Laws
Illinois School Bus Laws Reminder For 2019/2020
School is in full swing which means buses will be out in full force. Do you know all the laws drivers need to know when it comes to approaching school buses?
Illinois to Have Higher Fines for Illegally Passing School Buses
In 2020 a new law will take effect in Illinois that will raise the fines for illegally passing school buses.
Rock River Restrictions For the 4th of July
The Winnebago County Sheriff's Office has put some Rock River restrictions in place for the 4th of July that you need to be aware of.
IL Police Are On the Hunt For Impaired Drivers This Holiday Week
Police all across Illinois are stepping up patrols this week looking for impaired drivers and other moving violations.
Rockford to Hand Out Bigger Fines For Shooting Off Fireworks
A new Rockford ordinance will now allow police to issue a ticket to property owners for shooting off fireworks, even if they don't see them actually light it.
Rochelle Company Selling Shirts to Fund IL's Move Over Project
A Rochelle company is selling 'Move Over Illinois' shirts, and all proceeds will go to the Ogle County Sheriff's Office to use for Scott's Law Education.
Illinois Police Are Setting Up Special Patrols Along Tollways
Illinois State Police announced special enforcement patrols are starting today on our state's tollways to catch drivers violating laws.
If You See Purple Painted On An Illinois Fence Post, Turn Around
If you come across a fence post or tree painted purple while out on hiking or hunting Illinois, you need to turn around immediately. Here's why.
Unfamiliar Illinois Law Allows Minors To Drink Legally
There's a loophole in Illinois' "must be 21+ to drink or purchase alcohol" law and it's not like Wisconsin's.