Where To Find The Cheapest Gas In Skokie

Gas prices are surging nationwide due to the continued conflict between the U.S. and Iran.

How to Report Potholes In Skokie

Winter weather typically causes an increase in potholes. Here's how to report streets in need of repair in Skokie.

CTA Yellow Line Service Suspended For Weekend Repairs

Yellow Line trains will halt for maintenance between Howard and Dempster on Saturday and Sunday; free shuttles run from 6 a.m. to 11:30 p.m.

As Funding Crisis Looms, Broad Support For Transit Merger: Poll

Respondents in a recent poll were most convinced by messages highlighting the potential savings on lobbying, waste and duplicative services.

New Bike Lanes Coming To 2 Miles Of Crawford Avenue In Skokie

Village trustees approved a $1.9 million contract for design engineering, but Cook County will pick up 80 percent of the cost.

Cyclist Struck By Car In Skokie, Driver Remains On Scene, Police Say

Police said a motorist struck a 17-year-old riding his bike Saturday night on Touhy Avenue over the Edens Expressway.

Hazmat Response To Edens Expressway Crash Halts Traffic: ISP

A three-car crash Friday near Old Orchard Road sent two people to hospital with minor injuries and caused major traffic gridlock.

As Fiscal Cliff For RTA Looms, Senate Convenes Series Of Hearings

With a $730 million shortfall anticipated in 2026, the Senate Transportation Committee held a 4th subject matter hearing Wednesday in Elgin.

Gross Point Road Gets New Bike Lanes As Part Of $8 Million In Upgrades

Federal and state grants funded more than 97 percent of the project's cost, with IDOT now set to transfer ownership of the road to village.

Medical Examiner Identifies Cyclist Killed In Skokie Hit-And-Run Crash

Carlos Medina was riding home from work at the CTA's Oakton Street shop when he was knocked off his bike by one car and struck by another.

Hit-And-Run Driver Sought After Cyclist Killed On Oakton In Skokie

After a 37-year-old bicyclist was struck by two vehicles Tuesday night, one driver stayed, but the other fled the scene.

Have Your Say About Plan For New Bike Lanes In Skokie

Village officials are hosting meeting for public input on new bike lanes from the North Shore Channel Trail west along Church Street.

Infrastructure Revamp Planned On Oakton Street, Austin Avenue

The federally funded project at the Morton Grove-Skokie border includes fresh pavement, curbs, utility upgrades and a new traffic signal.

Road Work To Replace Oakton Street Bridge Over Edens Set To Begin

A $12 million project to build a new structure over the Edens Expressway is due to be complete late next year.

Right Lanes Of Outbound Edens To Close Saturday, IDOT Announces

Pavement repair work is expected to be complete by Saturday evening, according to the Illinois Department of Transportation.

School Bus Crashes Into Skokie House After Hitting Cars, 2 Other Homes

There were no children on the bus at the time.

Moments Before CTA Yellow Line Crash Detailed In Federal Report

The operator knew there would be snow removal equipment on the tracks for training but did not know precisely where it was, the NTSB found.

No CTA Yellow Line Reopening Date More Than 2 Weeks After Crash

Chicago Transit Administration officials said they've yet to complete an "extremely thorough review of all aspects of Yellow Line."

Paved Paradise: Skokie's Sculpture Park Path Smoother Than Ever

A fresh layer of asphalt on the mixed-use path provides a more pleasant park promenade.

Passengers Hurt In CTA Yellow Line Crash Begin Filing Lawsuits

A Skokie architect was "bounced around like a pinball" from the force of the collision, according to his attorneys.

Chicago Man Crashes Into Illinois State Police Squad Car In Skokie

The early morning Halloween crash was the 18th crash involving drivers failing to move over for state police squad cars so far this year.

New Bike Lanes, Path Extensions Planned For North Shore Suburbs

These maps show cycling infrastructure improvements coming to Skokie, Evanston and Wilmette.

Driver Killed After Car Crashes Into Tree In Lincolnwood: Report

The accident near the Edens Expressway happened at around 4 a.m. Monday morning and shut down portions of Touhy Avenue for several hours.

Oakton Street Lane Closures

One eastbound and westbound on Oakton Street in Downtown Skokie will be closed on November 10 and 11, 2022 from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Construction On Skokie Northshore Sculpture Park Multi-Use Path Underway

Daytime construction on the path is scheduled to begin Monday and be complete by the end of the week, village officials said.

Oakton Street Lane Closure Update

Due to construction, the north, westbound lane of Oakton Street will be closed between LaCrosse and Lamon Avenues from November 7 through 9.

Oakton Street Lane Closure on November 4, 2022

The north, westbound lane of Oakton Street will be closed between LaCrosse and Lamon Avenues for a daytime construction project.

LaCrosse Avenue Closed South of Oakton Street October 20 and 21

On October 20 and 21, 2022, a section of LaCrosse Avenue just south of Oakton Street will be closed for construction activity.

Skokie Participates in Seniors Matter Rideshare Pilot Program

Free rides to grocery stores, pharmacies and medical appointments in Skokie available for Skokie residents age 65 and older.

Skokie Launches Pilot Program Offering Lyft Rides To Registered Seniors

The program is active through the end of the year — unless funding runs out earlier.

Overnight Dempster Street Construction Work Scheduled for September 30

From 7 p.m. on September 30, and continuing through 5 a.m. on October 1, construction work will take place on Dempster Street.

Slight Drop For Gas Prices In Skokie Area

Although the average price for gasoline in Cook County was over $5.85 per gallon Wednesday, it was available for under $5 in some places.

Safer Walks, Bike Rides Offered By Planned Oakton Multiuse Path

Grants are covering 80 percent of the project cost, and Skokie, Niles and Morton Grove officials are equally dividing up the rest.

Cheapest Gas Near Me: Find Lowest Price Near Skokie

Before you fill up the tank, take a look at the lowest gas prices in and around Skokie.

Alternate-Side Parking in Effect February 25 and 26, 2022

On 2/25, park on the odd-numbered side of the street from 8 am. to 6 p.m., and on 2/26, park on the even-numbered side from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Alternate-Side Parking in Effect on February 18 and 19, 2022

Due to the approximately three inches of snowfall, alternate-side parking is in effect from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. on February 18 and 19, 2022

Alternate-Side Parking in Effect

Due to the heavy amount of snow, alternate-side parking will be in effect from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. on February 3 and 4, 2022.

Crawford Avenue Closed South of Oakton Street

Due to watermain repairs, Crawford Avenue will be closed south of Oakton Street on the afternoon of January 7, 2022.

Alternate-Side Parking in Effect on January 2, and 3, 2022

Due to the snowfall, alternate-side parking is in effect from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday, January 2 and Monday, January 3, 2022.

Annual Roadway Crack Sealing Program Begins Soon

Crack sealing is a low-cost preventative measure used to extend the life of asphalt on Skokie streets.