Accident News

Wheeling, IL – Fatal Pedestrian Accident on Valley Stream Dr

Wheeling, IL (October 2, 2025) – A tragic pedestrian accident occurred on Monday, September 29, when a car struck 72-year-old Robert Lund of Geneva.  The crash took place at approximately 6:25 p.m. in the 1000 block of Valley Stream Drive, involving a 2018 Ford Explorer. Lund suffered critical injuries and was transported to Advocate Lutheran

Did You Know?
  • If you are injured at work you may be able to recover compensation through a workers’ compensation claim as well as by filing a personal injury claim against responsible third parties.
  • A signed liability waiver may not be enough to bar your personal injury claim if willful acts or negligence caused your injuries.
  • Some SSDI claims qualify for expedited processing, allowing claimants to obtain approval in a matter of days or weeks.

Pontiac, IL – Fatal Car Crash at Walmart Dr & W Reynolds St

Pontiac, IL (September 28, 2025) – A 70-year-old woman tragically lost her life in a two-vehicle crash on Thursday morning, September 25, at the intersection of Walmart Drive and West Reynolds Street in Pontiac. Livingston County Coroner Mike Renner said Nancy Benedict of Pontiac drove her car through the intersection when a pickup truck driven

Green Valley, IL – Deputy Injured After Pickup Hits Patrol Car on IL Rte 29

Green Valley, IL (September 27, 2025) – A Tazewell County deputy was injured on Thursday morning, September 25, when a pickup truck struck his patrol vehicle on Illinois Route 29 in rural Green Valley. The crash happened around 5:40 a.m., according to Sheriff Jeffrey Lower. The deputy was parked facing southbound with emergency lights activated

Rockford, IL – Multiple Severe Injuries in Crash at S Alpine Rd & American Rd

Rockford, IL (September 26, 2025) – A serious collision on Thursday morning, September 25, at South Alpine Road and American Road left several people injured. Rockford police confirmed that multiple individuals sustained severe injuries and were transported to local hospitals. Officials did not release the final number of people hurt. Footage from the scene showed