#highway-accident

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Boston
fromwww.cbc.ca
4 hours ago

The driver and passenger of the SUV suffered minor injuries, police say | CBC News

A motorcycle collision with an SUV in Hamilton resulted in one man's death and left two others with minor injuries.
fromwww.theguardian.com
12 hours ago

One person dead and one with life-threatening injuries' after car hits pedestrians outside Melbourne showgrounds

A grey Toyota mounted the kerb on Langs Road and struck two pedestrians just before 5pm, police said in a statement.
London politics
New York City
fromwww.theguardian.com
10 hours ago

As e-bike crashes send an increasing number of people to the hospital, cities search for solutions

E-bike injuries are rising in the US, prompting calls for improved infrastructure and safety measures to protect all road users.
fromsfist.com
24 minutes ago

SFPD Arrests Driver In Chinatown Crash That Killed One Pedestrian, Injured Another

The gentleman was trying to park in a parking spot and lost control of his vehicle, drove across the street and unfortunately hit two folks on the sidewalk.
San Francisco
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
4 hours ago

Driver dies after vehicle collides with multiple trees in Oshawa neighbourhood, police say | CBC News

A 40-year-old man died after his vehicle struck multiple trees in Oshawa.
#traffic-accident
New York City
fromGothamist
2 days ago

74-year-old man struck and killed on FDR Drive, police say

A 74-year-old man died after being struck by two vehicles while crossing Manhattan's FDR Drive.
fromwww.cbc.ca
21 hours ago

Community shocked after judge dismisses charges against driver who killed 3 people | CBC News

Justice Mark Edwards stated that the actions of Baglieri were not criminal, emphasizing that the law does not criminalize conduct simply because a driver made a terrible mistake.
Law
#hit-and-run
Boston
fromBoston.com
5 days ago

Person killed in early-morning hit and run at Mass. and Cass

A hit-and-run incident at Mass. and Cass resulted in one death, with the driver fleeing the scene before police arrived.
Boston
fromBoston.com
5 days ago

Person killed in early-morning hit and run at Mass. and Cass

A hit-and-run incident at Mass. and Cass resulted in one death, with the driver fleeing the scene before police arrived.
SF parents
fromLos Angeles Times
21 hours ago

Teen on electric motorcycle hits 81-year-old, leaves him fighting for his life, authorities say

A 14-year-old boy was arrested for hitting an 81-year-old pedestrian with an electric motorcycle and fleeing the scene.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Nearly 160,000 uninsured cars seized on UK roads

Nearly 160,000 uninsured cars were seized in the UK last year, the highest in 17 years, with Birmingham being a major hotspot.
NYC real estate
fromStreetsblog New York City
3 days ago

Ask An Insurance Industry Insider: Safe Streets Are The Best Way To Bring Down Insurance Costs - Streetsblog New York City

Personal injury lawyers and insurance companies dominate advertising, reflecting a complex system of risk assessment and cost management in insurance.
California
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

Driver wounded in shooting on 105 Freeway, prompting extended closure of eastbound lanes

A shooting on the 105 Freeway left a driver critically injured and caused significant traffic disruptions.
#potholes
New York City
fromInsideHook
6 days ago

Can Self-Driving Cars Help Fix the Nation's Potholes?

Pothole repairs are gaining attention, with NYC filling 100,000 potholes and Waymo partnering with Waze to identify potholes using autonomous vehicles.
New York City
fromInsideHook
6 days ago

Can Self-Driving Cars Help Fix the Nation's Potholes?

Pothole repairs are gaining attention, with NYC filling 100,000 potholes and Waymo partnering with Waze to identify potholes using autonomous vehicles.
Cars
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

Corvette veers off L.A. County freeway, flies into Maserati dealership

A Corvette crashed into a car dealership after veering off the 60 Freeway, with the incident captured on video.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
5 days ago

Push Grows To Move Parking Enforcement From NYPD To DOT - Streetsblog New York City

Local community boards are pushing for the Department of Transportation to regain authority over parking enforcement from the NYPD due to inadequate enforcement.
fromTheoldguybicycleblog
1 week ago

Cycling Safety at Intersections: My Rule for When the Driver Has a Stop Sign

The windows are so dark now, I can't see anything inside. No more eye contact. No more silent acknowledgment that I exist.
Bicycling
London politics
fromIrish Independent
10 hours ago

Three young men injured, one seriously, in single-vehicle crash involving van in Limerick

A single-vehicle collision on R445 Dublin Road in Limerick resulted in injuries to three male occupants, with one sustaining serious injuries.
Law
fromStreetsblog New York City
2 days ago

Hochul Could Cut 'Runaway' Crash Lawsuits With Default Motorist Liability - Streetsblog New York City

New York could reduce auto insurance premiums and litigation by adopting a presumed liability model for drivers in crashes involving vulnerable road users.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 day ago

SIU investigating Orillia school bus crash where youth was seriously hurt | CBC News

A dump truck collided with a school bus in Orillia, resulting in serious injuries to a young person and an ongoing SIU investigation.
Public health
fromStreetsblog USA
1 week ago

The Financial Costs of the Pedestrian Death Crisis Are Still Stratospheric - Streetsblog USA

Pedestrian deaths cost the U.S. economy over $40 billion in the first half of 2025, despite a decrease in fatalities.
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 days ago

Man dead, woman critically injured in Brampton crash, police say | CBC News

A man died after being extricated from an SUV involved in a collision with a transport truck. The woman, also in the SUV, was critically injured.
Boston
Cars
fromStreetsblog USA
5 days ago

Can This Tool Predict Where Your City's Next Car Crash Will Happen? - Streetsblog USA

A new AI tool, StreetVision, predicts traffic crash hotspots to enhance road safety and inform preventive measures.
UK politics
fromComputerWeekly.com
4 days ago

Flood warning: How citizens' AI agents will swamp public services | Computer Weekly

AI has the potential to transform public services by reducing user friction and improving access for citizens.
#philadelphia
fromABC7 Chicago
5 days ago
SF parents

Bodies of 2 Ironworkers pulled from rubble after Philadelphia parking garage collapse that killed 3

SF parents
fromABC7 Chicago
5 days ago

Bodies of 2 Ironworkers pulled from rubble after Philadelphia parking garage collapse that killed 3

Two workers were recovered from a collapsed parking garage in Philadelphia, identified as Matthew Kane and Mark Scott Jr.
California
fromABC7 New York
1 week ago

Philadelphia parking garage collapse leaves 1 dead, 2 missing

A parking garage under construction partially collapsed in Philadelphia, resulting in one death and two individuals unaccounted for.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 day ago

McLaren crash near Casa Loma leads to 1 arrest for impaired driving: Toronto police | CBC News

One person was arrested for impaired driving after a McLaren crashed against a wall outside Casa Loma.
fromPadailypost
1 week ago

Cheating brazen in new toll lanes

"Is everybody telling the truth? We're not sure," Program Director Kim Comstock told the San Mateo County Transportation Authority on Thursday.
California
New York City
fromStreetsblog New York City
2 days ago

Thursday's Headlines: The Last Gasp of the Bikelash Edition - Streetsblog New York City

New York City's DOT is launching ambitious street redesigns, including bike lanes and bus boarding islands, despite past community opposition.
San Francisco
fromSFGATE
3 days ago

Caltrans to close 1.6 miles of I-80 in SF. 'It's going to be crazy.'

Caltrans is closing a section of Interstate 80 for 55 hours, urging drivers to use alternate routes due to expected congestion.
Boston
fromBoston.com
5 days ago

Mass. 4th grader struck, killed by car

A 10-year-old girl named Marleigh Guevara died after being struck by a car in Webster.
fromAdirondack Almanack
5 days ago

NYSDOT announces recognition for emergency bridge projects

"This recognition is a testament to the talent, dedication, and 'can-do' spirit of the professional staff on the NYS Department of Transportation's team," Commissioner Dominguez said. "From bridge strikes in the capital region to catastrophic flooding in the Adirondacks, our team members work tirelessly to restore traffic and critical infrastructure-safely and quickly-with modern and resilient structures along these vital corridors within New York State."
Brooklyn
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 days ago

Pedestrian dead after being struck by vehicle in Mississauga: police | CBC News

A man had been hit and was pronounced dead at the scene, they said. Police said on social media that the driver and vehicle stayed behind at the scene.
Canada news
#vision-zero
Alternative transportation
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Traffic safety improvements frequently die by popular vote. It's time to stop that

Vision Zero, a Swedish road safety philosophy, proves traffic deaths are preventable through proper street design, enforcement, and awareness, yet Americans resist safety improvements due to normalized traffic violence.
Alternative transportation
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Traffic safety improvements frequently die by popular vote. It's time to stop that

Vision Zero, a Swedish road safety philosophy, proves traffic deaths are preventable through proper street design, enforcement, and awareness, yet Americans resist safety improvements due to normalized traffic violence.
Medicine
fromSocial Media Explorer
3 weeks ago

How Truck Accident Injuries Are Evaluated for Compensation - Social Media Explorer

Truck accidents can cause severe physical and psychological injuries, necessitating comprehensive medical care and accurate documentation for treatment and legal processes.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

Misconduct inquiry over fatal schoolgirl crash

Eleven Metropolitan Police officers are under investigation for their handling of a crash inquiry that killed two schoolgirls in Wimbledon.
Boston
fromCbsnews
5 days ago

Tractor-trailer plows into Clifton, New Jersey building

A tractor-trailer crashed into a building in Clifton, New Jersey, injuring the driver and causing significant structural damage.
#nypd
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
2 weeks ago

'Highway Therapy': Lawsuit Reveals Alarming Details Of NYPD's Rampant Car Culture - Streetsblog New York City

NYPD officials allegedly retaliated against an officer for minor infractions, leading to a lawsuit for emotional distress and damages.
Brooklyn
fromCbsnews
1 week ago

NYPD officer struck by driver, injured during traffic stop in Brooklyn

A New York City police officer was injured by a driver during a traffic stop in Brooklyn.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

'I should have been safe on a pavement' - woman recalls horrific hire e-bike crash

Sandy Peters suffered severe injuries and PTSD after being hit by a speeding e-bike while walking with her son.
Boston
fromwww.independent.co.uk
6 days ago

Man dies in four-vehicle crash after police chase

A 23-year-old man died after a police pursuit led to a collision involving multiple vehicles, resulting in several injuries.
New York City
fromStreetsblog New York City
5 days ago

Monday's Headlines: A Century of Days Edition - Streetsblog New York City

Mayor Mamdani's 100th day in office included commitments to waste containerization and a city-owned grocery store, while addressing misconceptions about his governance style.
London politics
fromLos Angeles Times
5 days ago

He did everything right. His Los Angeles parking fine kept growing anyway

Paul Cook fought a parking ticket in Los Angeles for 16 months, inspired by Gandhi's teachings on righteousness and justice.
Law
fromSocial Media Explorer
3 weeks ago

How to Gather Evidence After a Bicycle Accident for a Strong Case - Social Media Explorer

Gathering evidence after an accident is crucial for legal claims and insurance settlements, influencing liability and recovery outcomes.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Five taken to hospital after 15-vehicle crash on motorway

Five people, including two children, were hospitalized after a 15-vehicle collision on the M73 motorway in Glasgow on Sunday night, with three additional patients treated at the scene.
London politics
fromIrish Independent
2 weeks ago

Cyclist (20s) dies following collision with truck in Dublin city centre

A cyclist was pronounced dead at the scene of an incident in Dublin, prompting ongoing investigations and traffic disruptions.
Canada news
fromGothamist
3 weeks ago

LaGuardia Airport closed after plane, rescue vehicle collide, 2 pilots dead: officials

Two pilots were killed in a collision between an Air Canada plane and a Port Authority vehicle at LaGuardia Airport.
California
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

California Highway Patrol officer charged with murder over L.A. crash that killed four

A former California Highway Patrol officer was charged with murder for causing a chain-reaction crash at 130 mph that killed four people on the 605 Freeway.
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Bucket truck overturns into oncoming traffic; worker seriously injured

At around 9 a.m., troopers responded to a report that a bucket truck had been knocked onto its side and into oncoming traffic on Memorial Drive, according to a statement from Massachusetts State Police. The worker - who was in the bucket at the time of the incident, Boston 25 News reports - was transported to a hospital with serious injuries, police said.
US news
#traffic-safety
Public health
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

Three Theories About Why U.S. Car Crash Deaths Are Plummeting - Streetsblog USA

U.S. traffic deaths dropped nearly 12 percent between 2024 and 2025, marking the largest single-year decline since at least 1999, though 37,810 deaths still occurred.
Public health
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

Three Theories About Why U.S. Car Crash Deaths Are Plummeting - Streetsblog USA

U.S. traffic deaths dropped nearly 12 percent between 2024 and 2025, marking the largest single-year decline since at least 1999, though 37,810 deaths still occurred.
fromFast Company
1 month ago

If technology could bring traffic fatalities down to nearly zero, why not embrace it?

Compact, low-rise villages and cities made sense based on how far people could reasonably travel on foot or by horse. This was true all the way up until the late 1800s. Then came an invention that let people travel incredible distances in seconds, entirely reshaping cities with dense population clusters.
Miscellaneous
#pedestrian-fatality
US news
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

San Leandro: Man dies in collision with parked vehicle

A fleeing Infiniti collided with a parked vehicle in San Leandro, killing a front-seat passenger; the driver was hospitalized and faces a DUI investigation.
California
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

CHP arrests San Jose driver after violent crash splits car in half

A San Jose woman was arrested after her vehicle split in half crashing into a tree on Interstate 280, with both occupants surviving but one severely injured.
Public health
fromSocial Media Explorer
2 months ago

Texas Roads See Fewer Deaths but Rising Injuries, New Study Finds - Social Media Explorer

Texas saw a modest decline in roadway deaths in 2024, but injuries rose and dangerous driving behaviors like speeding, distracted driving, and drunk driving persist.
California
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

One dead and five injured in early Sunday morning crash near Griffith Park

A 25-year-old man died and five others were injured in a five-car crash on northbound I-5 near Los Feliz Boulevard; investigation is ongoing.
California
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Four dead in fiery car crash in Long Beach

A single-vehicle crash near Long Beach Airport killed four people early Saturday; investigators have not yet determined the cause.
Boston
fromBoston.com
3 months ago

Dump truck plunges off Boston overpass after colliding with car

A dump truck crashed through a guardrail and plunged off a Boston overpass after colliding with a car; both drivers suffered non-life-threatening injuries.
California
fromSFGATE
2 months ago

Photos show driver's escape after collision with semitruck

A diesel tanker nearly flattened a pickup in dense Fresno-area fog; reduced speed likely prevented serious injuries and drivers are urged to exercise caution.
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