Illinoisans Urged To Make Plans Before Celebrating St. Patrick’s Day

Illinoisans are being urged to make plans before going out to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day this weekend. The Illinois Department of Transportation and state and local law enforcement is reminding residents to plan ahead for a sober ride home. Law enforcement patrols are planned for holiday weekend. The Illinois State Police and local law enforcement will be conducting roadside safety checks to enforce DUI, seat belt, speeding, distracted driving and other traffic laws.