Coverage dated November 12, 2026

Illinois State Police Boosts I-57 Patrols Near Mt. Vernon Ahead of Holiday Travel

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DUQUOIN – The Illinois State Police (ISP) is increasing patrols and ramping up enforcement efforts in advance of the holiday season. Earlier this month, ISP began focusing daily resources on I-57 near Mt. Vernon as part of a construction work zone safety initiative.

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KBSI Cape Girardeau
Illinois State Police increase patrols along I-57 near Mount Vernon ahead of holiday travel (opens KBSI Cape Girardeau)
Published Nov 12, 2026
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MOUNT VERNON, Ill. (KBSI) — Illinois State Police are increasing patrols and traffic enforcement along Interstate 57 near Mount Vernon to improve work zone safety ahead of the holiday travel season. Earlier this month, ISP began dedicating daily resources to construction zones along I-57 as part of …
River Bender
Illinois State Police Boosts I-57 Patrols Near Mt. Vernon Ahead of Holiday Travel (opens River Bender)
Published Nov 12, 2026
River Bender's feed description
DUQUOIN – The Illinois State Police (ISP) is increasing patrols and ramping up enforcement efforts in advance of the holiday season. Earlier this month, ISP began focusing daily resources on I-57 near Mt. Vernon as part of a construction work zone safety initiative.