Wednesday, May 22, 2013
'Walk Like MADD' 5K will be held Aug. 4 at Independence Grove in Libertyville.
Fundraising teams are being sought to participate in Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD)'s signature walk—"Walk Like MADD" on Aug. 4 at Independence Grove in Libertyville. It will be the only one in Lake County. The community's first Walk Like MADD event was held last year. The fundraising goal for this event is $25,000. So far, teams have raised nearly $2,000, according to the local event's website. Register a new team, join a team or make a donation by clicking this link. The event is also seeking volunteers over 14 to help out before, during and after the big day.
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Wednesday, May 15, 2013
The National Transportation Safety Board recommends reducing the limit. Some say it would save lives. Others say it's unreasonable.
One drink could be the standard for drunken driving – at least for some people if the National Transporation Safety Board has its way. On Tuesday, the NTSB recommended states lower the blood-alcohol threshold for driving under the influence from 0.08 percent to 0.05 percent. About 10,000 deaths a year are related to drunken driving. The NTSB says the lower limit would save 500 to 800 lives a year. Officials at the American Beverage Institute called the proposal "ludicrous." It said the average woman could reach the 0.05 percent limit by having one drink. According to CyberDriveIllinois.com's 2013 DUI Fact Book, in 2011 there were 10,175 DUI arrests in Cook County and 2,593 in Lake County. DUI facts from CyberDriveIllinois.com:
Wednesday, January 30, 2013
To crack down on drunk drivers and enforce seat belt use, the Lake County Sheriff's Office will conduct special patrols this Super Bowl Weekend.
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Wednesday, January 30
The Lake County Sheriff’s Office announced today it will conduct special patrols this Super Bowl weekend cracking down on drunk drivers and seat belt law violators. “We are reminding everyone that if you choose to drink and drive in Lake County this weekend, you will lose,” said Sheriff Mark Curran. “If you plan on drinking alcohol while cheering on your team, pass your keys to a sober driver before the Super Bowl party begins. Follow the rules or the Lake County Sheriff’s Office will arrest you.” “This weekend can be a deadly and dangerous time because of drunk driving,” said Curran. “To help combat this trend we will increase our proactive enforcement efforts with three additional deputies from the hours of 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Sunday, Feb. …
Police offer important tips for those who plan to host to attend a Super Bowl gathering.
As residents prepare for Super Bowl Sunday, Buffalo Grove police want to issue an important reminder: Don't drink and drive. The police department is teaming with the U.S. Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), National Football League and TEAM (Techniques for Effective Alcohol Management) to deliver a "Fans Don’t Let Fans Drive Drunk" safety message. “Before choosing to drink, choose a sober designated driver. Avoid the unsportsmanlike conduct of driving drunk by handing off your keys so that you, your passengers and everyoneon our roads can safely arrive home,” Buffalo Grove Sgt Mike Rodriguez said. “Drunk driving is always preventable, and driving drunk could result in seriously injuring or…
Monday, December 31, 2012
New Year’s Eve continues a big night for drunk driving enforcement and arrests.
The slogan “Don’t Drink and Drive” can become trite until you consider the numbers. Numbers like the 258 lives lost in Illinois in drunk driving crashes in 2012. Police throughout the area, including sheriff’s deputies in Lake, Cook and McHenry County, will be doing special drunk driving enforcements for New Year’s Eve. Illinois State police will be conducting roadside safety checks and special alcohol enforcement on highways and tollways. The patrols will focus on four areas that often cause fatal crashes: speeding, DUI, seat belt compliance and distracted driving, according to a release. “Alcohol or drug impairment is a significant factor in more than 40 percent of all fatal motor vehicle crashes in Illinois,” District 15 Commander …
Tuesday, December 18, 2012
Holiday “Driver Sober or Get Pulled Over” initiative is underway.
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Tuesday, December 18, 2012
The Lake County Sheriff’s Office is stepping up its DUI enforcement efforts for the holiday season. The department's 2012 Holiday “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over/Click It or Ticket” program began Monday and runs through New Year's Eve. Officers will be cracking down on drunk drivers and seat belt law violators. Enforcement efforts will concentrate on the deadly nighttime hours between 9 p.m. and 6 a.m. According to data from the Illinois Department of Transportation and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the midnight to 3 a.m. timeframe is the deadliest time on Illinois roadways, and 9 p.m. is the time of day when data shows that alcohol involvement and low seat belt use begins to play a much more significant role in motor…
Saturday, March 17, 2012
Buzzed driving is drunk driving, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reminds.
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Saturday, March 17, 2012
St. Patrick’s Day is right around the corner, and driving buzzed on the holiday could cost you a pot of leprechaun’s gold – like up to $10,000 in legal fees, court costs, and increased insurance rates. For many Americans, St. Patrick’s Day has become a popular night out to celebrate with friends and family. Unfortunately, due to the large number of drunk drivers, the night out has also become very dangerous. Here are six ways to help prevent buzzed driving in your community this St. Patrick’s Day: NHTSA needs your help in keeping the roads safe for everyone this St. Patrick’s Day by spreading the word that Buzzed Driving IS Drunk Driving. Follow the NHTSA on Facebook and Twitter to learn more about the financial and life threatening …
Saturday, December 31, 2011
Plan ahead and be safe as you celebrate.
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Saturday, December 31, 2011
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and the Ad Council remind everyone that the best way to stay safe is to plan ahead and designate a sober before you head out for your festivities. Here are 7 ways to stay safe this holiday: Party hosts — If you’re throwing a party, make sure to offer non-alcoholic drinks for the sober drivers. Check out this Facebook tab with 50 non-alcoholic party drink recipes. Alternative Ride Locator — Here's a list of nationwide alternative ride programs. Buzzed Driving is Drunk Driving website — Sign a pledge not to drink and drive; play “Spot the Difference,” an interactive game that simulates the effects of buzzed driving; and watch a real-life video about how buzzed driving changed one woman’s …
Wednesday, November 16, 2011
Chicagoland news to talk about: Drunk suburban drivers don’t heed police.
State authorities hope to combat the use of synthetic marijuana and "bath salts." Citing American Association of Poison Control Centers statistics, Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan’s office said abuse of synthetic drugs is surging. Last year, poison control centers received 302 calls about bath salts; in 2011, that number has skyrocketed to 5,600. And national poison control centers received about 2,900 calls for synthetic marijuana issues; in 2011 so far, they've received nearly double. The sudden spike has lawmakers, parents and police worried because of the harmful effects of the chemicals and the unpredictable behavior of those under the influence. It took two officers and a little help from neighbors to stop and drag a drunken…
Monday, October 10, 2011
Chicagoland news to talk about: Should Dan Hampton have gone to the White House?
The "location, location, location" rule of success in real estate apparently held true last year for the sale of homes located close to a METRA train line, according to a survey by RE/MAX Northern Illinois. Even though the market is down, RE/MAX's research shows that the market is not as bad for home sales along a METRA line. A group of 18 elected officials have put their "John Hancocks" on a letter to Illinois Gov. Pat Quinn opposing his September move toward closing seven state facilities, including the Tinley Park Mental Health Center. The center treated 2,000 patients last year, according to the letter, and employs 207 employees. Quinn's proposal to close it is part of a plan to cut state spending. He blamed the move on state …
Patti
1:40 pm on Thursday, May 16, 2013
This is just a way to generate more revenue. If they truly want to save lives, they will go after all the people on their phones, whether talking or texting...I even see a guy working on his laptop on the drive home in the evening! more ›