Illinois
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News
Union Pacific investigating cause of explosive train derailment
The railroad was building the train when it derailed and caused a tank car to catch fire.
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Modes
States seek to overturn federal directive on freight train crew size
The states of Illinois, Nevada and Washington are seeking to push ahead with state laws requiring a train crew size of at least two individuals,…
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Today’s Pickup: U.S. and Canada to expand pre-clearance to cargo
President Trump and Prime Minister Trudeau agree to implement agreement that has the potential to speed up the flow of goods between the two countries.
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Spring snow may hit the Midwest this weekend
Several inches of snow and slush could soon cover roads in parts of Midwest after a week of warm weather.
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FreightWaves Infographics
Risky Roads: Illinois
According to Lytx data, the following Illinois roads are no stranger to accidents.
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Driver issues
Hours-of-service regulations lifted for historic Midwest flooding relief efforts
Heavy snow melt and rains have caused historic flooding in 16 states and the FMCSA has lifted certain regulations as a result.
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Illinois crop haulers get a break on weight limits just before a bumper harvest
A new piece of legislation means that such declarations by the governor won’t be necessary to ease weight limits in the future.
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Legal issues
Walmart faces $50k fine for allowing truck parking at Illinois store
Walmart is facing a $50,000 fine for allowing trucks to park at one of its Illinois stores. The penalty came from the city of Springfield,…
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