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www.guardian-series.co.uk
6 days ago
London

Man who hit his lorry into a minibus killing four people on the M25 pleads guilty

Tragic incident on M25 in Waltham Abbey in 2021 led to the death of four individuals due to careless driving by a lorry driver. [ more ]
Sacramento Bee
1 month ago
San Francisco

A woman is arrested in fatal crash at San Francisco bus stop that killed 3 people

78-year-old woman arrested for fatal crash
Charges include felony vehicular manslaughter and reckless driving [ more ]
FanSided
11 months ago
National Football League

Darius Slay, Eagles fire back at reporter for Jalen Carter question

The Eagles have already welcomed top draft pick Jalen Carter into Philly with open arms and hope beat reporters do the same.The Philadelphia Eagles were not happy with one reporter's line of questioning about ninth overall pick Jalen Carter after the draft and firmly stood by their rookie.Former Georgia defensive tackle Jalen Carter saw his draft stock fall slightly due to his misdemeanor charges of reckless driving in connection with a fatal crash last January.
www.cnn.com
1 year ago
US news

Former UGA football star Jalen Carter sentenced to probation in crash that killed teammate and team staffer

Former University of Georgia football standout Jalen Carter was sentenced to probation on Thursday for his role in the January crash that killed his teammate and a team staffer.The crash happened hours after the Bulldogs' national championship victory parade.Carter entered pleas of no contest Thursday to charges of racing and reckless driving, according to his attorney, Kim Stephens.
Los Angeles Times
1 year ago
Los Angeles

L.A. County deputy charged with murder in high-speed crash that killed 12-year-old boy

A Los Angeles County sheriff's deputy has been arrested and charged with murder and vehicular manslaughter after an off-duty high-speed crash that killed a 12-year-old boy more than a year ago.Ricardo Castro, 28, is accused of speeding in his pickup truck on Nov. 3, 2021, when he T-boned a car turning left at an intersection, killing Isaiah Rodriguez in that vehicle's passenger seat and injuring the boy's 19-year-old sister, according to authorities.
Boston.com
1 year ago
New England Patriots

Jalen Carter, top NFL prospect, posts bond in fatal crash

Patriots Carter turned himself in Wednesday night and was released 15 minutes later, returning to the NFL combine Thursday.Georgia defensive tackle Jalen Carter returned to the NFL scouting combine on Thursday after turning himself in to Athens police Wednesday night and posting a combined bond of $4,000 on charges of reckless driving and racing in relation to a fatal crash that killed a teammate and team staffer.
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California
Sacramento Bee
1 month ago
California

Man convicted of 5 DUIs drives drunk and kills man crossing street, CA officials say

Driver with five DUI convictions charged with murder after fatal hit-and-run
History of repeated DUI offenses despite past conviction and jail time [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
10 months ago
California

Pete Davidson charged with reckless driving months after Beverly Hills car crash

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Months after Pete Davidson allegedly crashed a car into a Beverly Hills home, Los Angeles County prosecutors on Friday have charged the comedian and actor with reckless driving.The "Saturday Night Live" alum and "King of Staten Island" star faces one misdemeanor count of reckless driving and is scheduled to be arraigned on July 27, the L.A. County District Attorney's Office said in a statement to The Times.
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Miami Herald
1 month ago
Miami

Miami Gardens police say one of their sergeants ran red lights, appeared to be drunk

Miami Gardens police sergeant arrested for DUI and reckless driving after running red lights and driving erratically.
Smith declined field sobriety tests and breath sample, and was charged with DUI and reckless driving. [ more ]
Brooklyn
BKReader
1 month ago
Brooklyn

MTA Employees Arrested For Alleged Reckless Driving

Two MTA employees arrested: Pedro Nunez-Delacruz for DWI and reckless driving, Holton Marcus for reckless endangerment.
Incidents occurred in different precincts on the same weekend, reflecting a serious issue within the MTA workforce. [ more ]
Brooklyn Paper
10 months ago
Brooklyn

Wrong-way driver sentenced to nine years for crash that killed 3-month-old Baby Apolline * Brooklyn Paper

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A Prospect Heights man will spend nine years behind bars for driving recklessly and causing the collision that killed a three-month-old girl and injured her parents in Clinton Hill two years ago.Tyrik Mott, 27, was sentenced Wednesday by Brooklyn Supreme Court Justice Danny Chu, having previously pled guilty to assault, second-degree manslaughter, second-degree attempted robbery, reckless driving, aggravated driving without a license, and leaving the scene of an incident without reporting on March 22.
"This defendant's reckless driving took the life of a precious young child, seriously injured her mother and devastated both parents.
Brooklyn Paper
1 year ago
Brooklyn

'The Blacklist' crew member indicted over fatal W'burg hit and run * Brooklyn Paper

A 67-year-old Queens man was indicted on second-degree manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide charges in connection with a hit and run that killed a grandmother in Williamsburg, Brooklyn District Attorney Eric Gonzalez announced Thursday.Daniel K. Buckley is facing up to fifteen years in prison if convicted over the November 28 incident in which he allegedly struck 59-year-old Leah Kohn in the crosswalk on Taylor Street.
Brooklyn Paper
1 year ago
Brooklyn

District Attorney: Gravesend man allegedly drove Tesla at 100 mph in deadly Mill Basin crash * Brooklyn Paper

The Brooklyn District Attorney's Office has charged a 23-year-old Gravesend man with second-degree manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and reckless driving for killing an 18-year-old passenger and injuring three others in a crash as he allegedly drove his Tesla at 100 mph through residential streets.
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www.independent.co.uk
2 months ago
UK news

Drink driver reversed over baby girl and caused fractured skull

A woman was jailed for running over a one-year-old baby girl while drunk behind the wheel.
The baby suffered serious injuries, including a bleed on the brain and fractured ribs. [ more ]
New York Post
2 months ago
New York City

Thrill-seeking driver, 23, charged in NYC crash that killed girl, 15, man, 21

The driver involved in the deadly crash in the Bronx has been charged with manslaughter and other charges.
The driver was allegedly trying to perform stunts before losing control of the car and crashing into a parked oil tanker truck. [ more ]
Nytimes
1 year ago
New York City

2 N.Y.P.D. Officers Placed on Desk Duty After Fatal Crash in Queens

Two New York City police officers were placed on administrative duty while officials investigate whether they improperly pursued an ATV last week before it collided with an 18-wheeler, killing the driver of the ATV and his passenger, the police said.
Los Angeles Times
3 months ago
Los Angeles

Opinion: L.A. resolved to end traffic deaths. So why have they almost doubled?

Traffic fatalities in Los Angeles have been increasing, with more deaths from traffic collisions than from murders.
In 2023, 337 people were killed by cars on L.A. streets, an 8% increase compared to the previous year. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
11 months ago
Los Angeles

Opinion: High-speed, high-adrenaline car chases are an L.A. staple. But are they worth the risks?

On Jan. 31 at about 7:30 p.m., police received a call about a stolen Toyota truck.They quickly located it, but as they approached, the driver gunned the engine and fled, and a pursuit began through the San Fernando Valley.The Los Angeles Police Department officers chased the pickup at speeds of up to 79 mph.
Los Angeles Times
1 year ago
Los Angeles

Hidden Hills socialite Rebecca Grossman to face murder trial in crash that killed 2 boys

A Hidden Hills socialite must stand trial for the murder of two boys, a judge decided Thursday after hearing testimony that Rebecca Grossman struck the pair in a crosswalk while going more than 70 mph and continued driving.
Streetsblog
5 months ago
Cars

Fed Panel Wants to Confront the Role of Aggressive Auto Advertising in U.S. Road Deaths - Streetsblog USA

The National Transportation Safety Board is calling for technology that prevents drivers from reaching high speeds depicted in auto advertisements.
Dodge's advertising tactics are notorious among sustainable transportation advocates.
The car industry as a whole should face more scrutiny for advertising that emphasizes risky behavior. [ more ]
www.newsshopper.co.uk
5 months ago
London

The 'atrocious' road on the Lewisham/Greenwich border that people are scared to cross

Residents on Winn Road in South East London have expressed concerns about the large volume of traffic and reckless driving on the street.
Residents have reported multiple accidents and car write-offs due to speeding drivers who ignore the 20mph speed limit.
Efforts to get traffic calming measures implemented have been unsuccessful due to jurisdiction issues between Greenwich and Lewisham. [ more ]
www.npr.org
11 months ago
Law

Tyre Nichols' autopsy reveals brain injuries from blunt force trauma, attorneys say

The medical examiner's official autopsy report for 29-year-old Tyre Nichols showed he "died of brain injuries from blunt force trauma," according to the Shelby County, Tenn., District Attorney's Office.Here, the screen at the Smoothie King Center in New Orleans honors Nichols before an NBA basketball game between the New Orleans Pelicans and the Washington Wizards on Jan. 28.
www.npr.org
1 year ago
Law

The City of Memphis says it has completed its investigation into Tyre Nichols' death

Mourners arrive to the funeral service for Tyre Nichols, at Mississippi Boulevard Christian Church on Wednesday, Feb. 1, 2023, in Memphis, Tenn.The City of Memphis announced the investigation into Nichols' death has been concluded, announcing an additional 20 hours of video footage will be released Wednesday.
Washington Post
11 months ago
Washington Redskins

NFL draft live updates: Second and third rounds are set for Friday night

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who seemed to be a first-round lock and fell - and Tennessee's Hendon Hooker, remain on the board.Among the other best players available: Penn State cornerback Joey Porter Jr., Alabama safety Brian Branch and Georgia Tech pass rusher Keion White.
Washington Post
1 year ago
Washington Redskins

Deshazor Everett sentenced to 3 months house arrest after fatal car crash

Former Washington safety Deshazor Everett was sentenced to three months of house arrest for his involvement in a car crash that killed his girlfriend, Olivia S. Peters, last December.
Riggo's Rag
1 year ago
Washington Redskins

Former Commanders captain Deshazor Everett pleads guilty in crash that killed girlfriend

The Washington Commanders had to weather an unfathomable amount of adversity last season.
Washington Post
1 year ago
Washington Redskins

Former Commanders player admits to reckless driving in fatal crash

Deshazor Everett, a former safety for the Washington Commanders, pleaded guilty Tuesday to reckless driving in connection with a car crash that killed Oliva S. Peters, his longtime girlfriend.
Los Angeles Times
11 months ago
Los Angeles Rams

Best dressed? Best reactions? Best fans? Here are the real winners from the NFL draft

Former Georgia defensive lineman Jalen Carter had been through a lot in the months leading up to the draft.Once projected as a possible No. 1 overall pick, his stock dropped after he pleaded no contest to misdemeanor charges of reckless driving and racing related to the car accident that killed Bulldogs teammate Devin Willock and recruiting staffer Chandler LeCroy in January.
FanSided
11 months ago
National Football League

NFL Draft rumors: Teams willing to trade as high as No. 3 for defensive prospect

Jalen Carter now looks like one of the hottest prospects on NFL Draft boards with multiple teams reportedly exploring trades to get him in the Top 3. By the time the college football season ended, Jalen Carter looked like a potential No. 1 overall pick.Then quarterback mania took hold and Carter's stock started to slip drastically because of legal issues and a concerning Pro Day performance.
FanSided
1 year ago
National Football League

Arrest warrant issued for Cowboys rookie Sam Williams over violent car accident

A warrant has been issued for Dallas Cowboys rookie defensive end Sam Williams for his involvement in a violent car crash.According to TMZ Sports, a misdemeanor warrant for reckless driving has been issued for Dallas Cowboys rookie defensive end Sam Williams for his role in a violent car crash back in mid-December in Plano, Texas.
Musket Fire
1 year ago
New England Patriots

Should the Patriots select Jalen Carter if he falls in the NFL Draft?

During every NFL draft season, various factors can cause a player's value to rise or fall.The weight of those factors gets measured by various scouts, talent evaluators and analysts, with the consensus of a player's evaluation culminating at the Draft in late April.What should we make about the Jalen Carter situation?
FanSided
1 year ago
National Football League

Jalen Carter faces charges in car accident that killed Georgia teammate

Former Georgia Bulldogs star Jalen Carter reportedly was involved in the fatal car accident involving his teammate in January.He has been charged with racing and reckless driving, per police.Per the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, former Georgia Bulldog and projected top-5 NFL Draft pick Jalen Carter was present at the scene of a fatal car accident involving his teammate, Devin Willock, as well as UGA staffer Chandler LeCroy.
FanSided
1 year ago
National Football League

NFL Draft rumors: Jalen Carter might not freefall after all

Those around the NFL don't think that Georgia defensive lineman Jalen Carter's stock will drop even after being charged with reckless driving and racing.Georgia Bulldogs defensive lineman Jalen Carter was believed to be the consensus top prospect in the entire 2023 NFL Draft class.But on Wednesday, Carter was charged with misdemeanor reckless driving and racing in relation to a Jan. 15 car crash that resulted in the death of Georgia offensive lineman Devin Willock and team recruiting staffer Chandler LeCroy.
www.nytimes.com
1 year ago
Sports

Georgia's Jalen Carter Avoids Jail Time for Role in Fatal Crash

Jalen Carter, 21, pleaded no contest on Thursday to two misdemeanor charges of reckless driving and racing that stemmed from a car crash in January that killed two people, his lawyer Kim Stephens said in a statement.Carter, a defensive tackle for the University of Georgia and a potential top-five pick in the N.F.L. draft in April, was sentenced to 12 months on probation and will be required to pay a $1,000 fine, perform 80 hours of community service and complete a state-approved defensive driving course.
FanSided
1 year ago
National Football League

Jalen Carter police stop video revealed: Everything to know

Footage of former Georgia star Jalen Carter getting pulled over by the police has surfaced.The police stop video of Jalen Carter from back in late September will hurt the former Georgia star's NFL Draft stock in some capacity.No, this is not footage from the tragic events that happened over on Barnett Shoals hours after midnight the day after the championship parade in Athens.
Brooklyn Paper
1 year ago
Brooklyn

GoFundMe for family of delivery cyclist killed in U-haul rampage raises over $40,000 * Brooklyn Paper

After a single father was killed by a U-Haul driver who went on a rampage through Brooklyn Monday morning, his heartbroken family launched an online fundraiser to help them through the traumatic time.YiJie Ye succumbed to his injuries at an area hospital Monday evening after the driver struck him while he was riding his e-bike near Fifth Avenue and Bay Ridge Parkway for a shift as a food delivery driver.
FanSided
1 year ago
National Football League

Jalen Carter NFL draft odds shift considerably following arrest report

The top of the 2023 NFL Draft may be shaken up after an arrest warrant was issued for Georgia star Jalen Carter for reckless driving and racing.The incident resulted in the death of one of Carter's teammates at Georgia.An arrest warrant has been issued for Georgia DT and potential No. 1 pick Jalen Carter for Reckless Driving and Racing.
The Landry Hat
1 year ago
Dallas Cowboys

Cowboys News: Potential WR trade target off the board, Michael Irvin update

It's unclear how the Dallas Cowboys will address the wide receiver position.Stephen Jones admitted the position could use a little more firepower, and the Cowboys have no shortage of avenues to improve the position.Whether it be free agency, the draft, or the trade market, Dallas has ample talent to choose from.
Boston.com
1 year ago
Boston

Quincy man who allegedly yelled 'go back to China' and then struck a man with his car is freed on conditions

Crime His conditions of release include home confinement subject to GPS monitoring and an order to refrain from driving.A Quincy man accused of shouting " go back to China " at an Asian American family before striking one of them with his car last week has been released following a dangerousness hearing Thursday.
Boston.com
1 year ago
Boston

Quincy man faces civil rights, assault charges after allegedly yelling slurs, hitting Asian man with car

Crime The driver allegedly shouted slurs at an Asian family and told them to "Go back to China" before hitting one of them.A Quincy man is facing civil rights, assault, and reckless driving charges after allegedly threatening an Asian family Friday morning, telling them to "Go back to China" before hitting one of them with his car, officials said.
Los Angeles Times
1 year ago
Los Angeles

Driver arrested after crashing into several cars in Mission Viejo parking lot

Several vehicles in a Mission Viejo parking lot were damaged when a driver believed to be under the influence of drugs repeatedly crashed into the vehicles and narrowly missed people who tried to intervene, according to authorities.The driver of a dark Nissan Rogue, identified later as 33-year-old Aria Martin, repeatedly hit the vehicles on Thursday in a parking lot in the 24000 block of Chrisanta Drive before 1:30 p.m. according to Sgt.
www.nytimes.com
1 year ago
World politics

Giving the Middle Finger Is a God-Given' Right, a Quebec Judge Says

A Quebec judge declared last month, as he acquitted a man who had been accused of threatening and harassing his neighbor, that Canadians have a God-given right to give someone the middle finger.The man who was acquitted, Neall Epstein, had been arrested outside his home in Beaconsfield, a suburb southwest of Montreal, in May 2021 and charged with criminal harassment and uttering death threats.
Boston.com
1 year ago
New England Patriots

Georgia star Jalen Carter charged with racing in fatal wreck

NFL Carter is a projected top-five pick in April's NFL draft.ATLANTA (AP) - Georgia defensive tackle Jalen Carter, projected as one of the top players in next month's NFL draft, has been charged with reckless driving and racing in conjunction with the crash that killed offensive lineman Devin Willock and a recruiting staff member.
www.npr.org
1 year ago
Law

2 Memphis Fire Department employees are 'relieved of duty' after Tyre Nichols' death

A portrait of Tyre Nichols is displayed at a memorial service for him on Tuesday, Jan. 17, 2023 in Memphis, Tenn.Nichols was killed during a traffic stop with Memphis Police on Jan. 7. Adrian Sainz/AP Two Memphis, Tenn., fire department employees have been "relieved of duty" while an internal investigation is conducted in connection with the death of Tyre Nichols, a Black man who died days after a traffic stop on Jan. 7. Memphis Fire Department spokesperson Qwanesha Ward told NPR the employees who were not identified were "involved in the initial patient care" of Nichols.
Los Angeles Times
1 year ago
Los Angeles

Man who led authorities on wild chase from O.C. to L.A. County charged with 18 felonies

The man who led authorities on a wild and destructive chase across Orange and Los Angeles counties last week was on parole for attempted carjacking and evading police, and will face 25 criminal charges in connection with the pursuit, according to authorities.Johnny Anchondo, 33, of Moreno Valley is accused of leading multiple law enforcement agencies on a high-speed pursuit that wound from Fullerton, through Orange County and into eastern L.A. County before ending with a crash and shooting by L.A. County sheriff's deputies at a Hacienda Heights gas station.
amNewYork
1 year ago
Brooklyn

Cops cuff man for brutal Brooklyn hit-and-run that killed a pedestrian and injured four others | amNewYork

The NYPD arrested a man who they say fatally struck a pedestrian and injured several others in a hit-and-run over the summer in Brooklyn.
Boston.com
1 year ago
Boston

N.H. State Police: Massachusetts man was drunk driving the wrong way on I-93

A Lawrence man was arrested for allegedly driving drunk and in the wrong direction on I-93 in Salem, New Hampshire on Saturday morning.New Hampshire State Police received reports of a grey sedan driving northbound in the southbound lanes from the state line in Salem around 5:15 a.m., the agency said in a release.
Boston.com
1 year ago
Boston

Driver clocked going 140 mph in New Hampshire, police say

A driver pulled over Saturday night on Route 101 in New Hampshire likely knew a "warning" was off the table, as he was clocked going 140 mph, according to state police.
Boston.com
1 year ago
Boston

State police allegedly clock Connecticut driver going 161 mph in New Hampshire

Police arrested a Connecticut driver Sunday after a New Hampshire state trooper allegedly clocked him driving 161 mph on I-93 north in Ashland, New Hampshire.
FanSided
1 year ago
National Football League

Latest NFL Mock Draft has Jalen Carter stuck in absolute freefall

Former Georgia star Jalen Carter had charges filed against him on Wednesday.By Thursday, he was already falling down NFL Draft boards.Could the Steelers take him?The charges filed against Georgia star Jalen Carter were two misdemeanors - racing and reckless driving.On the surface, that isn't all too serious, but this goes well beneath the surface level.
www.kvue.com
1 year ago
Austin

Austin police searching for suspects, vehicles involved in 'street takeovers' last month

AUSTIN, Texas The Austin Police Department is looking to identify several suspects and vehicles involved in reckless street takeover incidents last month.On Saturday, Feb. 18, police responded to several of the incidents, including one at the intersection of South Lamar Boulevard and Barton Springs Road where participants launched fireworks at police.
www.cbc.ca
1 year ago
Toronto

Durham police use helicopter to track suspected impaired driver during extensive chase | CBC News

This still image from a YouTube video shows Durham Regional Police officers arresting a motorist suspected of impaired driving in Kawartha Lakes after an extensive chase last Thursday.
East Bay Times
1 year ago
Chicago Bears

Chicago Bears linebacker Matt Adams arrested on a misdemeanor weapons charge

Bears linebacker Matt Adams was arrested Thursday night in Chicago on a misdemeanor charge of unlawful firearm possession, according to police.
the Guardian
1 year ago
World news

Woman turns herself in to police after three-year-old child dies in Melbourne hit-and-run

A 73-year-old woman has handed herself in to police after a three-year-old boy was killed in an alleged hit-run on Thursday evening in Melbourne's west.
The Landry Hat
1 year ago
Dallas Cowboys

Cowboys News: Troubling details from Sam Williams' car accident emerge

The Dallas Cowboys 2022 draft class will be one to remember.That includes second-round pick Sam Williams, who contributed 10 tackles for loss and four sacks despite playing behind Micah Parsons and DeMarcus Lawrence off the edge.Williams showed loads of potential in a part-time role, and fans are hopeful he takes a leap as a sophomore in an increased role.
The Landry Hat
1 year ago
Dallas Cowboys

Cowboys News: Mike Evans gives Dallas bulletin board material before Wild Card showdown

The Dallas Cowboys-Tampa Bay Buccaneers Wild Card showdown has more intrigue than any of the first-round playoff game s.Tom Brady is 7-0 against the Cowboys in his career.Mike McCarthy could be coaching for his future.Dak Prescott runs the risk of falling to 1-4 in the playoffs with a loss.You name it, there's a storyline attached to this game.
ProFootballTalk
1 year ago
Dallas Cowboys

Misdemeanor warrant issued for Sam Williams for reckless driving - ProFootballTalk

The Plano Police Department has issued a misdemeanor warrant for Cowboys defensive end Sam Williams for reckless driving, according to multiple reports.Williams has been contacted to turn himself in, and the judge will set his bond at arraignment.Police initially said after Williams' Dec. 22 car crash that a black Infiniti had failed to yield to Williams while trying to make a left turn.
Streetsblog New York City
1 year ago
SF politics

VISION ZERO 2022: More Dead Kids, More Crashes in Known Danger Zones

Cyclist Sarah Schick was killed in an area known to the DOT to be dangerous.Photo: Henry Beers Shenk
More children died in crashes last year than in another other year in the Vision Zero era and crashes remain concentrated in areas that are known to be treacherous, according to a new report that crunches the numbers on the bloody 12 months of 2022.
www.nytimes.com
1 year ago
World politics

Driver Runs Down Pedestrians in Southern China, Killing at Least 5

A driver sped into pedestrians in a busy intersection in the southern Chinese city of Guangzhou, killing at least five people and injuring more than a dozen others, according to the police and videos posted online.Officers arrested a 22-year-old man and were trying to determine a motive, according to the city's public security bureau.
Chicago Tribune
1 year ago
Chicago

2 CPD officers relieved of powers following fleeing/eluding charges filed

Two Chicago police were arrested Sunday and stripped of their powers following an incident where they allegedly fled from fellow officers.Chicago police would not release details about the circumstances, citing an ongoing internal investigation, but a police spokesman on Monday confirmed that Officers Jonathan Mehrhoff, 32, and Luis Cruz, 34, were stripped of their police powers.
Chicago Tribune
1 year ago
Chicago

Boys and Girls Clubs CEO of NW Indiana had 'entitled attitude' and BAC four times over legal limit, police report says

The president and CEO of the Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Northwest Indiana had a blood alcohol content more than four times the legal limit for the state of Indiana and asked Valparaiso police to contact the police chief, the sheriff, the mayor and a judge to help him out of his situation, according to a police report released Monday.
Chicago Tribune
1 year ago
Chicago

Boys and Girls Clubs CEO arrested on multiple misdemeanor charges for driving under the influence

The president and CEO of the Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Northwest Indiana is on administrative leave after being arrested by Valparaiso police late Thursday on several misdemeanor charges related to operating while intoxicated.The clubs' board of directors issued the following statement:
"Unfortunately, the governing board of the Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Northwest Indiana has been informed that President and CEO Ryan Smiley was arrested during the early hours of October 14 charged with reckless driving and driving under the influence.
Chicago Tribune
1 year ago
Chicago

Letters: Longtime educator considers the difference 50 years make in the classroom

As I sit here and reread the essays my students wrote on their first day of school a half-century ago, I can't help but ponder what has changed and what remains the same since my first class.
Chicago Tribune
1 year ago
Chicago

Accused drunken driver crashes in I-65 work zone

An alleged drunken motorist, who police said tested at three times the legal limit, drove into a construction work zone in Lake County early Tuesday.
Streetsblog San Francisco
1 year ago
San Francisco

OakDOT Cuts Corners on Safety

Or more accurately, doesn't repair them



Wrecked bollards near Lake Merritt BART.OakDOT is removing these bollards and not replacing them.Photos: Rudick/Streetsblog
Note: GJEL Accident Attorneys regularly sponsors coverage on Streetsblog San Francisco and Streetsblog California.Unless noted in the story, GJEL Accident Attorneys is not consulted for the content or editorial direction of the sponsored content.
Streetsblog San Francisco
1 year ago
San Francisco

Commentary: The Boudin Recall and the Failure to Prosecute Traffic Violence

If voters really want cities to get tough on crime, let's start with traffic violence
San Francisco District Attorney Chesa Boudin was recalled Tuesday by some sixty percent of San Francisco voters.
Streetsblog San Francisco
1 year ago
San Francisco

Motorists Kill Two Cyclists and a Pedestrian as Carnage Continues in Oakland, S.F.

If we're ever going to stem the violence, the priority has to be to protect people outside of cars, not to spare drivers from the consequences of their own recklessness.
Streetsblog New York City
1 year ago
Education

New Year, Same Dangers: Mayor Adams Has Made Only a Tiny Fraction of School Streets Safer

In eight months in office, the Adams administration has redesigned only a small fraction of roads near New York City schools to make them safer, leaving the city's 1.75 million children vulnerable to the high rates of car crashes and injuries endemic on the city's school streets.
Streetsblog New York City
1 year ago
Education

After Streetsblog Probe of Dangerous School Streets, DOT Talks Up Student Safety Projects

Lesson learned.
Streetsblog New York City
1 year ago
Education

Outraged Lawmakers and Advocates Urge City Action over Unsafe School Streets

City lawmakers as well as transportation and education advocates said they were outraged over the findings of a recent Streetsblog report on dangerous school streets, and demanded the city to do more to prevent drivers from hurting children outside schools.
the Guardian
1 year ago
World news

'Deadly step backwards': US traffic deaths soar to highest total in 16 years

Nearly 43,000 people were killed on US roads last year, the highest number in 16 years, as Americans returned to the roads after the coronavirus pandemic forced many to stay at home.
ProFootballTalk
2 years ago
Chicago Bears

Bears in "good place" with Byron Pringle despite arrest - ProFootballTalk

Bears wide receiver Byron Pringle was arrested in Florida last weekend and General Manager Ryan Poles addressed that development during a Tuesday press conference.
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