Juneteenth commemorates June 19, 1865, when news of freedom reached Black Americans in Galveston, Texas, more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation. Today, we honor the resilience of those who came before us and the continued pursuit of a more equitable future.

Welcome 2026 summer interns! This week, 39 interns representing 29 colleges and universities joined us for a welcome event where they met mentors, connected with fellow interns and learned more about the work ahead this summer. We’re excited to have them here!

Nearly 300 attendees joined us for Contracting with Government at Governors State University, connecting with experts, industry partners and public agencies to learn about new opportunities.

This Memorial Day, the Illinois Tollway honors and remembers those who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation. Wishing everyone a safe and meaningful Memorial Day weekend. #MemorialDay

During Asian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, we join the Illinois Asian American Civil Engineers in celebrating mentorship, diversity and investing in the next generation of engineers at the IAACE 3rd Anniversary and Scholarship Gala.

Safe Actions Save Lives. Help keep drivers AND roadway workers safe in construction work zones. #NWZAW #WorkZoneSafety #Orange4Safety

We don’t just build roads and bridges – we help protect what surrounds them. Our teams are trained to safeguard species like the Blanding’s turtle. Read the Blog:bit.ly/41O0Lli

The Illinois Tollway, Illinois Department of Transportation, Illinois State Police and industry partners come together during National Work Zone Awareness Week to remind motorists that Safe Actions Save Lives. Read Blog:bit.ly/3Qgitvc

Reaching New Milestones – A first on the road Challenge accepted. Meet the Illinois Tollway’s first woman roadway maintenance section supervisor.

Adjusting music or reaching for a cord might feel like a quick task, but it takes your attention off the road. The beat can drop later. Drive First. Everything Else Can Wait.

The first voice in an emergency can change everything. This National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week (April 12–18), we thank Illinois Tollway telecommunicators for bringing calm, clarity and coordination when it matters most. #NPSTW #PublicSafety

Even small distractions, like eating while driving can take attention away from the road. Drive First. Everything Else Can Wait. Read Blog: bit.ly/4v8zPtH

Reaching New Milestones – Inspiring the next female leaders Focused on empowering young women, Illinois Tollway STEAM Scouts is inspiring the next generation of female leaders in science, technology, engineering, arts, and math. #STEAMScouts #TollwayTrailblazers

Future engineers put their designs to the test. Tollway engineers helped students at Meadow Glens Elementary School (Naperville) design paper bridges to see if they could hold 100+ coins during STEM Night. A hands-on lesson in structural engineering. #TollwayTrailblazers

When you need help on the Illinois Tollway, pull onto the shoulder, dial *999 and remain in your vehicle until help arrives. The Tollway patrols 24/7/365 to provide prompt roadside assistance. We're Always There When You Need Us. Learn more at agency.illinoistollway.com/t…

Real Interns. Real Projects. Rewarding Opportunity. Apply today: - Professional Services Internship bit.ly/4cYJOep - Information Technology Internship bit.ly/40FoenW - Engineering Co-op bit.ly/4slavyu

Behind every mile of roadway is a dedicated team that makes it happen. Happy Employee Appreciation Day to the Illinois Tollway team keeping Illinois moving. Thank you! #EmployeeAppreciationDay