Woman survives car plunge into icy Lake Michigan near Grant Park

In southern Illinois, a tragic accident occurred when a car crashed into a pond, resulting in the death of Susan Hilmes despite her husband Steven's frantic efforts to rescue her. The vehicle failed to navigate a curve, ending upside down in the water; Steven managed to escape but could not save Susan despite multiple attempts. Authorities are investigating the crash to enhance road safety measures. Meanwhile, in Chicago, a separate incident involved a 26-year-old woman driving into Lake Michigan; she safely exited the vehicle and was unharmed, though she was hospitalized as a precaution. Her partially submerged car remains in the lake, and police are considering issuing traffic citations. These incidents highlight ongoing concerns over road safety and driving conditions in the region.