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Livingston County home listings asked for more money in March – see the current median price here
The median home in Livingston County listed for $142,450 in March, up 9.7% from the previous month's $129,900, an analysis of data from Realtor.com shows. Compared to March 2023, the median home list price decreased 1.7% from $144,975. The statistics in this article only pertain to houses listed for sale...
🚧 Update: Scheduled Nighttime Closures on I-55 at IL 17 Interchange in Dwight
The time displayed is local to the original X account in Illinois. Local drivers should be aware of upcoming disruptions on a major roadway in Livingston County. Starting from Monday, April 1, to Thursday, April 4, there will be nightly closures on Interstate 55 at the Illinois 17 interchange, specifically at exit 217 in Dwight. These closures will begin at 9 p.m. and conclude at 5 a.m. the following mornings. The action is a necessary measure to facilitate the safe demolition of the north half of the Illinois 17 bridge over I-55. Motorists are advised to plan accordingly and seek alternative routes during these hours. For more information, please visit the provided link: https://t.co/cp7Dbof1W6.
🚧 Scheduled Night Closures on I-55 at IL 17 Interchange in Dwight, Illinois
The time displayed is local to the original X account in Illinois. Motorists in Livingston County should prepare for scheduled roadway closures affecting I-55 at the IL 17 interchange (exit 217) in Dwight. Beginning Monday, April 1 and continuing until Thursday, April 4, this portion of the interstate will be shut down for construction activities each night. These closures are part of planned works and will start at 9 p.m. nightly, lasting until 5 a.m. the subsequent morning. Travelers are advised to seek alternative routes during these times and to plan their commutes accordingly to avoid delays. For additional information and updates, please refer to the project details posted online: https://t.co/cp7Dbof1W6.
Deadly fires from phone, scooter batteries leave lawmakers playing catch-up on safety
For a decade, Illinois state Sen. Sue Rezin has recognized the technological and economic potential of lithium-ion batteries. Rezin, a Republican who serves in a district that is a major chemical and energy industry hub southwest of Chicago, also recognizes the possible dangers. In June 2021, a Morris, Illinois, warehouse...
I-55 interchange near Pontiac to have overnight closures in April
The Illinois Department of Transportation has announced that weather permitting, Interstate 55 at the Illinois 17 interchange at Dwight will be closed for four consecutive nights from Monday, April 1, through Thursday, April 4. The closure is necessary to demolish the north half of the Illinois 17 bridge over I-55.
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