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“Buckle up every trip, every time,” DuPage County Sheriff James Mendrick said. “Seat belts save lives, and we are committed to keeping our roads safe.” #dupagecounty #memorialday

During the checkpoint, officers will verify that drivers are in compliance with Illinois laws, including valid driver’s licenses and vehicle registration. #driving #checkpoint #cookcounty

Officials emphasized that drivers who need to send a message, check directions or make a call should pull over and park in a safe location before using their devices. #dupagecounty #phones #driving

The legislation would require the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT), working with local agencies, to identify and conduct road safety assessments at the 10 most hazardous intersections on state-controlled roads in Will County located south of Interstate 80. #willcounty #safety #bill

Between October 24 and November 3, deputies focused on impaired driving, seat belt use and other roadway violations as part of statewide “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” and “Drive High. #traffic #halloween

Preston’s 16th District will see four projects totaling more than $2.2 million in the coming year. #infrastructure

The funding comes through the Illinois Department of Transportation’s (IDOT) latest Multi-Year Plan, part of the state’s $50.6 billion Rebuild Illinois capital program. #infrastructure

Sheriff Thomas J. Dart said officers will be checking for valid driver’s licenses and vehicle registrations, ensuring compliance with Illinois’ seat belt and child safety restraint laws, and watching for impaired drivers. #checkpoint

“Through the Labor Day safety campaign, we helped to make our roads safer and spread the word about the risks of impaired driving — ‘It’s Not a Game,’” Sheriff James Mendrick said in a statement. #driving #laborday

This spot-check is funded through a grant from the Illinois Department of Transportation and forms part of broader efforts to bolster roadway safety... #checkpoint