Deadly Kennedy Expressway Crash Leaves One Dead, Multiple Injured

A late-night crash on the Kennedy Expressway (I-90) in Chicago left one person dead and multiple others injured on Tuesday, March 3, 2026. The incident, involving as many as five vehicles, occurred in the southbound lanes near Natoma Avenue, causing significant traffic disruptions for hours.

Details of the Crash

According to Illinois State Police (ISP), the crash occurred around 10:24 p.m. Three vehicles went off the road and struck a light pole, subsequently becoming engulfed in flames NBC Chicago. One driver was pronounced dead at the scene, and the extent of other injuries remains unclear.

Photos and videos from the scene depict debris scattered across the expressway and at least three charred vehicles NBC Chicago. Fire crews worked to extinguish the flames, and lanes were shut down for several hours, reopening at approximately 3:36 a.m.

Ongoing Investigation

The circumstances leading to the crash are currently under investigation by the Illinois State Police WGN-TV. Authorities have not yet released further details regarding the cause of the incident.

Separate Kennedy Expressway Incident

In a separate incident, Illinois State Police responded to a reported shooting on the Kennedy Expressway northbound near Division Street early Wednesday morning, March 4, 2026, around 4:15 a.m. Fox 32 Chicago. No injuries were immediately reported, and all lanes were reopened by 7:05 a.m. This shooting is as well under investigation Fox 32 Chicago, MSN.

This is a developing story and will be updated as more information becomes available.