Road-Trip Fuel & RV Stops: Love’s Travel Stops opened a new Illinois location in Gretna (I-10, Exit 174) with 121 truck spaces, EV-ready plans, showers, laundry, and fresh food—plus Arby’s and Dunkin’ coming June 15; it also added a new New Mexico travel stop in Truth or Consequences (I-25, Exit 79) with 63 truck spaces and EV charger space. State Fair Politics: At least seven states, including Illinois, are opting out of Trump’s Great American State Fair on the National Mall, citing costs and concerns it’s getting too politicized. Chicago Culture, 40 Years Later: A Downtown walking tour is marking the 40th anniversary of “Ferris Bueller’s Day Off,” spotlighting the Loop and iconic filming spots that still make Chicagoans proud. Outdoor Travel Detours: The River-to-River Trail in Johnson County will be temporarily detoured for tornado cleanup through about spring 2027. Illinois Travel Infrastructure: IDOT announced a weekend eastbound I-64 lane closure in St. Clair County (June 12–15) for construction, with delays expected. Tourism & Learning: Illinois launched a statewide digital library service via EBSCO, expanding free access to e-books, journals, magazines, newspapers, and research databases through local libraries and the Illinois State Library site. Local Transit/Travel Disruption Watch: The Cave-In-Rock Ferry is entering contract talks after funding negotiations begin, with leaders warning proposed support may be short.