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Placerville CHP Revives Motorcycle Units to Boost Traffic Safety

TLNA — Thu, 11 Jul 2024 19:20:35 +0000

Placerville, CA – Motorcycle units are making a comeback at the California Highway Patrol (CHP) station in Placerville after a decade-long absence. The decision, according to Officer Andrew Brown of CHP Placerville, comes in response to the area’s burgeoning population and increased traffic along Highway 50, a major route for Tahoe-bound tourists. Enhanced Traffic Enforcement […]

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Multiple Injuries Reported in South Loop Car Crash

TLNA — Sat, 29 Jun 2024 06:59:34 +0000

At least seven individuals, including six children, were injured in a car crash that occurred in Chicago’s South Loop neighborhood on Wednesday afternoon, according to officials from the Chicago Fire Department. Incident Details The incident took place near the intersection of East 21st Street and South Michigan Avenue. Among the injured were two children who […]

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Colorado Springs Sees Spike in Teen Driving Fatalities

TLNA — Sat, 29 Jun 2024 01:03:26 +0000

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. ( NEWS.ORG ) – As summer begins and schools close, teenagers in Colorado Springs are hitting the roads in higher numbers, leading to a concerning rise in driving fatalities among young drivers. On February 23, 2023, a tragic accident on Powers Boulevard resulted in the loss of a Sand Creek High School […]

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Spike in Teen Driving Fatalities in Colorado Springs

TLNA — Mon, 24 Jun 2024 00:17:40 +0000

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. – As summer begins, experts warn of increased risks for teenage drivers, citing a tragic recent incident involving a Sand Creek High School senior. On February 23, 2023, a fatal car crash on Powers Boulevard claimed the life of a local teenager. The victim, traveling with friends, lost control after being clipped […]

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Ignacio Cruz-Mendoza’s Charges Reduced in U.S. 285 Crash

TLNA — Mon, 24 Jun 2024 00:12:10 +0000

Ignacio Cruz-Mendoza, the driver involved in a fatal crash on U.S. 285 near Conifer, will now face reduced charges following a court hearing where formal charges were filed. Originally facing charges of vehicular homicide and assault, Cruz-Mendoza’s charges have been downgraded to misdemeanors for careless driving. Incident Details and Charges The incident occurred during rush […]

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Truck Fire Closes Northbound Lanes of I-5 in Portland, Oregon

TLNA — Sun, 23 Jun 2024 23:35:14 +0000

Early Tuesday morning, a truck fire involving approximately 120 propane tanks has resulted in the closure of all northbound lanes of Interstate 5 in Portland, Oregon. Portland Fire & Rescue swiftly responded to the incident at around 4:40 a.m. The driver managed to disconnect the cab from the trailer and evacuate safely, mitigating potential hazards […]

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I-55 Bridge Reopens with Updated Traffic Patterns

TLNA — Sun, 23 Jun 2024 23:09:22 +0000

MEMPHIS, Tenn. – The I-55 Bridge spanning the Mississippi River has reopened this morning, June 23, following maintenance work that introduced new traffic configurations, according to the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT). New Traffic Patterns Implemented TDOT officials announced the reopening of lanes on I-55 near the Crump Boulevard interchange, which occurred several hours ahead […]

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Fatal Pedestrian Accident in Memphis Medical District

TLNA — Sun, 23 Jun 2024 22:50:23 +0000

Memphis, Tenn. – A tragic incident occurred early this morning in the medical district of Memphis, resulting in the death of a pedestrian following a single-car accident, according to the Memphis Police Department. Incident Details The accident took place around Union Avenue and Pauline Street, an area frequented by pedestrians and commuters. Officers responded swiftly […]

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Fatal ATV Crash Claims Life in El Paso County

TLNA — Sun, 23 Jun 2024 21:41:48 +0000

EL PASO, Texas — A tragic off-road crash near mile marker 49 on Interstate 10 West has left one man dead and another seriously injured. The incident occurred Saturday afternoon when an all-terrain vehicle (ATV) operated by two men veered off course, resulting in a fatal outcome for 44-year-old Rodolfo Leos, confirmed by the El […]

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Motorcycle Crash in El Paso Leaves One Seriously Injured

TLNA — Sun, 23 Jun 2024 21:22:36 +0000

El Paso, Texas – A motorcycle crash on Saturday evening at the intersection of Edgemere Boulevard and Sisal Drive near Album Park has resulted in serious injuries to one individual, according to El Paso Police. The incident occurred just before 7:45 p.m. local time, marking a critical moment in the community’s safety awareness regarding road […]

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Fatal Drunken Driving Crash in Southeast Oak Cliff Tragedy

TLNA — Sun, 23 Jun 2024 19:57:08 +0000

A tragic incident unfolded in Southeast Oak Cliff as a suspected drunken driver caused a fatal crash while attempting to flee from a minor accident scene, Dallas police reported. Jacob Arredondo, aged 28, allegedly ran a red light at the intersection of Simpson Stuart and Bonnie View, colliding with another vehicle whose driver was making […]

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Elderly Man Fatally Struck by DOT Truck in Brooklyn

TLNA — Fri, 21 Jun 2024 19:32:01 +0000

NEW YORK – An 86-year-old man tragically lost his life on Wednesday afternoon in Brooklyn after being struck by a Department of Transportation (DOT) truck. The incident occurred in the Bay Ridge neighborhood, prompting an ongoing investigation by local authorities. The victim, identified as an elderly man, was crossing the street when the DOT truck […]

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