Illinois is grappling with two significant issues this weekend: an unexplained medical incident at a correctional facility and heightened travel concerns due to the Labor Day holiday.
At Menard Correctional Center, twelve staff members were rushed to the hospital after experiencing mysterious symptoms. The Illinois Poison Control Center and St. Clair County EMA’s Hazmat Team are actively investigating the cause, but details remain scarce. This incident underscores the potential risks faced by correctional staff and the importance of swift emergency response protocols.
Meanwhile, as Illinois residents prepare for the Labor Day weekend, the Illinois Department of Transportation is working to ease travel.
The department announced that all non-emergency construction closures will be temporarily lifted from Friday afternoon until late Monday night. However, motorists should still drive cautiously, as increased police patrols will be enforcing the “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” campaign.
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For more on how Illinois is handling these pressing issues, including updates on the correctional facility investigation, visit The Center Square.
