Crime & Safety
UPDATE: I-80 at Briggs Now Open
Authorities warn traffic is heavy and slow on westbound Interstate 80 near Briggs Street after a serious accident involving semi-trucks.
Illinois State Police has advised that I-80 westbound is now open to traffic, according to information from the Will County Sheriff's Office.
Vehicles are being removed from the scene after an accident involving semi-trucks shut down the area of westbound I-80 and Briggs Street early Tuesday afternoon.
Traffic remains heavy and slow at this time, authorities said.
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The sheriff's office assisted state police with investigation of the accident.
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