Tollway hike will improve infrastructure, save commute time, boost economy

Time is the one resource none of us can replace. When congestion adds 20 to 30 minutes to a commute, the loss means less time with family and for everything else that matters. That is why the Illinois Tollway’s Driving Connections Plan, approved by the agency's board Wednesday, deserves public support. The 15-year, $26.5 billion program will improve roads, bridges and interchanges across all five corridors. Carried out responsibly, it can strengthen the regional economy while returning time to…