Illinois Travelers Adjust Plans for Fourth of July | Chicago News

This Fourth of July weekend is packed with travel in Illinois, with 4.2 million residents hitting the road—up from last year—and nearly 150,000 flying out. Gas prices have dipped from earlier highs to $4.13 per gallon, still $0.65 more than last year, but travelers are adapting: shorter trips, family drives over flights, and skipping pricey dinners for casual eats. With a heat wave brewing, AAA urges everyone to check their cars and pack water and snacks—because celebrating with loved ones still tops the list, even if budgets are tighter. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/5b063e2059f17901