Illinois Gov Pritzker defends plan to raise highway toll rates

Illinois Governor Pritzker is standing firm on his plan to increase highway toll rates, citing significant inflation since the last hike in 2012 for passenger vehicles and annual increases for commercial tolls since 2021. The proposed toll hikes aim to address funding shortfalls for infrastructure maintenance and expansion. This move is crucial as it could significantly impact both local commuters and businesses reliant on Illinois highways, raising concerns about increased costs and potential pushback from the public.