Chicago, IL – A vehicle crash on eastbound I-290 at Halsted has blocked traffic heading toward the southbound I-94 ramp. The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) reported that the accident occurred just after rush hour, creating delays for drivers heading into downtown Chicago.
IDOT advises drivers to consider alternate routes to avoid significant delays. Eastbound traffic on I-290, also known as the Eisenhower Expressway, remains impacted as crews work to clear the scene and reopen the lanes. No details have been released about injuries or the number of vehicles involved.
According to IDOT, the crash temporarily shut down access from I-290 to the southbound I-94 ramp, a key route for drivers headed toward the Stevenson Expressway and other southbound destinations. Officials have not provided a timeline for when the road will fully reopen.
