Driving tips for winter

The first snowfall of the season in the forecast for this week. Illinois Department of Transportation offers these winter driving tips, including don't follow snow plows too closely.

Tips for safe driving in winter conditions and what to do if you are stranded in your vehicle in a snow storm or extreme cold.

From warnings to advisories, the National Weather Service and other government agencies issue a wide-range of messages and updates during winter months. Here's a breakdown on what each of these mean.

With the approach of the winter season, three state agencies released a list of 10 things motorists can do to reduce the danger of driving when there is snow and ice on the road.

Because ISP responded to 40 crashes and 130 calls for motorist help last weekend