#traffic-accidents
#traffic-accidents

Two Pedestrians Killed in Separate Brooklyn Crashes Over the Weekend, NYPD Reports

Two pedestrians were tragically killed in separate incidents in Brooklyn, highlighting ongoing safety concerns for pedestrians in urban environments.

3 days ago

San Francisco

One Person Killed In Bayview Hit-and-Run, Marking Sixth Pedestrian Death of 2025

Six pedestrian fatalities have occurred in San Francisco in less than five months, highlighting ongoing safety concerns.

fromBrooklyn Paper

Brooklyn

Three Brooklynites killed in car crashes over three-day period: NYPD * Brooklyn Paper

Three fatal car crashes occurred in Brooklyn over three days, raising concerns about pedestrian safety.

US news

fromwww.npr.org

Taller vehicles are more dangerous to pedestrians, even at low speeds, research finds

Height and speed of vehicles significantly increase pedestrian danger, underscoring the need for improved vehicle safety regulations.

NYC politics

fromNew York Post

Alternative transportation

NJ most dangerous state for pedestrians: data

New Jersey has the highest pedestrian fatality rate in the U.S., largely due to drug and alcohol use.

Gov. Murphy's administration aims for zero pedestrian fatalities by 2040.

fromStreetsblog

What Do We Really Know About Drivers Who Kill Pedestrians? - Streetsblog USA

Wealthier, whiter suburbs have higher incidents of cars striking pedestrians, suggesting systemic socio-economic and racial inequalities.

Brooklyn

fromBKReader

Two Pedestrians Killed in Separate Brooklyn Crashes Over the Weekend, NYPD Reports

Two pedestrians were tragically killed in separate incidents in Brooklyn, highlighting ongoing safety concerns for pedestrians in urban environments.

San Francisco

3 days ago

One Person Killed In Bayview Hit-and-Run, Marking Sixth Pedestrian Death of 2025

Six pedestrian fatalities have occurred in San Francisco in less than five months, highlighting ongoing safety concerns.

Brooklyn

fromBrooklyn Paper

Three Brooklynites killed in car crashes over three-day period: NYPD * Brooklyn Paper

Three fatal car crashes occurred in Brooklyn over three days, raising concerns about pedestrian safety.

fromwww.npr.org

US news

Taller vehicles are more dangerous to pedestrians, even at low speeds, research finds

Height and speed of vehicles significantly increase pedestrian danger, underscoring the need for improved vehicle safety regulations.

fromNew York Post

Alternative transportation

NYC politics

NJ most dangerous state for pedestrians: data

New Jersey has the highest pedestrian fatality rate in the U.S., largely due to drug and alcohol use.

Gov. Murphy's administration aims for zero pedestrian fatalities by 2040.

more#pedestrian-safety

#road-safety

fromwww.theguardian.com

If road deaths were a virus, we'd call it a pandemic. Safer transport helps us all and we need it urgently

Road accidents are the leading cause of death for children and young people, emphasizing the need for urgent action on road safety.

fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Vision Direct survey reveals uncorrected eyesight lead to motor accidents - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Uncorrected eyesight significantly contributes to road accidents in the UK, highlighting the need for regular eye checks and corrective eyewear.

fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk

UK news

Mother shares 'heartbreaking loss' of Aaron Hussain (5) in Portlaoise road tragedy

Two tragic fatal incidents occurred in Ireland, deeply impacting their communities.

London

Three dead and five in hospital after devastating crashes across London in 48 hours

Two men died and others were injured in traffic incidents involving multiple vehicles in London over February 14-15.

UK news

Two young men die in Donegal crash while man (50s) dies in separate collision in Dublin overnight

Two fatal vehicle collisions in Donegal and Dublin resulted in four injuries and significant police investigations.

Alternative transportation

1 week ago

Chicago Bears

430-pound bear hit by truck in Sonoma County, officials said

A 430-pound bear died after being hit by a truck in Sonoma County, highlighting increased wildlife collisions.

fromwww.theguardian.com

If road deaths were a virus, we'd call it a pandemic. Safer transport helps us all and we need it urgently

Road accidents are the leading cause of death for children and young people, emphasizing the need for urgent action on road safety.

fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Vision Direct survey reveals uncorrected eyesight lead to motor accidents - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Uncorrected eyesight significantly contributes to road accidents in the UK, highlighting the need for regular eye checks and corrective eyewear.

fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk

UK news

Mother shares 'heartbreaking loss' of Aaron Hussain (5) in Portlaoise road tragedy

Two tragic fatal incidents occurred in Ireland, deeply impacting their communities.

London

Three dead and five in hospital after devastating crashes across London in 48 hours

Two men died and others were injured in traffic incidents involving multiple vehicles in London over February 14-15.

UK news

Two young men die in Donegal crash while man (50s) dies in separate collision in Dublin overnight

Two fatal vehicle collisions in Donegal and Dublin resulted in four injuries and significant police investigations.

1 week ago

Chicago Bears

430-pound bear hit by truck in Sonoma County, officials said

A 430-pound bear died after being hit by a truck in Sonoma County, highlighting increased wildlife collisions.

Caltrans may close deadly left turn across Highway 1

The Santa Lucia Canyon intersection on Highway 1 is California's most dangerous left turn, with alarming collision statistics prompting safety discussions and improvement plans.

San Francisco

fromwirehub.medianewsgroup.com

Innocent Passenger Killed as a Result of High-Speed Police Chase In East Bay

High-speed police chases are contributing to rising fatalities, especially among innocent bystanders.

SF parents

License to Kill: How the DMV allows dangerous drivers to stay on the road

The DMV's policies allow dangerous drivers to maintain driving privileges, leading to tragic consequences from repeat offenses.

fromIndependent

2 weeks ago

UK news

Truck driver who left father of Irish rugby star Conor Murray fighting for his life after crash is jailed for 10 months

A truck driver was jailed for injuring Gerry Murray after running a stop sign.

fromThe Mercury News

San Jose Sharks

San Jose: Early-morning car crash sends multiple people to hospital

A serious two-vehicle crash in San Jose hospitalized one person with life-threatening injuries.

Police reported ongoing closures and alternative routes for drivers following the accident.

Cars

Driver of ride-on lawnmower and motorcyclist killed in separate crashes this weekend

Two separate fatal crashes occurred in Ireland involving a ride-on lawnmower and a motorcycle.

Authorities are appealing for witnesses and any available footage to aid investigations.

California

Caltrans may close deadly left turn across Highway 1

The Santa Lucia Canyon intersection on Highway 1 is California's most dangerous left turn, with alarming collision statistics prompting safety discussions and improvement plans.

San Francisco

fromwirehub.medianewsgroup.com

Innocent Passenger Killed as a Result of High-Speed Police Chase In East Bay

High-speed police chases are contributing to rising fatalities, especially among innocent bystanders.

SF parents

License to Kill: How the DMV allows dangerous drivers to stay on the road

The DMV's policies allow dangerous drivers to maintain driving privileges, leading to tragic consequences from repeat offenses.

fromIndependent

2 weeks ago

UK news

Truck driver who left father of Irish rugby star Conor Murray fighting for his life after crash is jailed for 10 months

A truck driver was jailed for injuring Gerry Murray after running a stop sign.

fromThe Mercury News

San Jose Sharks

San Jose: Early-morning car crash sends multiple people to hospital

A serious two-vehicle crash in San Jose hospitalized one person with life-threatening injuries.

Police reported ongoing closures and alternative routes for drivers following the accident.

Cars

Driver of ride-on lawnmower and motorcyclist killed in separate crashes this weekend

Two separate fatal crashes occurred in Ireland involving a ride-on lawnmower and a motorcycle.

Authorities are appealing for witnesses and any available footage to aid investigations.

more#public-safety

UK news

Woman (50s) dies in Co Kilkenny crash while teenage girl dies as car enters river in Co Tipperary

The deaths of two individuals in separate road accidents have caused deep grief in their respective communities.

#fatalities

Two young men die and two others injured in Donegal crash as man (50s) dies in separate collision in Dublin overnight

Tragic accidents in Donegal and Dublin resulted in the deaths of three individuals and injuries to others, sparking investigations by local authorities.

Cars

Three killed on Ireland's roads over Easter weekend - including young child in Co Westmeath housing estate

Tragic incidents involving young individuals on vehicles led to three fatalities in a short period, prompting investigations and appeals for witnesses.

Two young men die and two others injured in Donegal crash as man (50s) dies in separate collision in Dublin overnight

Tragic accidents in Donegal and Dublin resulted in the deaths of three individuals and injuries to others, sparking investigations by local authorities.

Cars

Three killed on Ireland's roads over Easter weekend - including young child in Co Westmeath housing estate

Tragic incidents involving young individuals on vehicles led to three fatalities in a short period, prompting investigations and appeals for witnesses.

more#fatalities

#highway-safety

fromLos Angeles Times

Los Angeles

Easter morning highway fatalities reported on the 10 and 405 Freeways in L.A.

Two fatal accidents on Easter morning in Los Angeles area highways raised concerns for holiday travelers.

Travel

Californians love to hate I-5 and Highway 101. But which is actually worse?

Traveling in California during the Thanksgiving holiday presents challenges; between routes 101 and 5, safety and convenience are key considerations.

fromLos Angeles Times

Los Angeles

Easter morning highway fatalities reported on the 10 and 405 Freeways in L.A.

Two fatal accidents on Easter morning in Los Angeles area highways raised concerns for holiday travelers.

Travel

Californians love to hate I-5 and Highway 101. But which is actually worse?

Traveling in California during the Thanksgiving holiday presents challenges; between routes 101 and 5, safety and convenience are key considerations.

more#highway-safety

fromThe Local Germany

Germany news

Why drivers in Germany can expect more speed controls this week

Germany's police are increasing speed controls in 14 states to reduce traffic fatalities caused by speeding.

fromwww.mercurynews.com

Austin

Peninsula man loses appeal in East Bay double-murder car crash

Michael Verette's double-murder conviction was upheld by appeals court, emphasizing the severity of his reckless driving resulting in fatalities.

fromwww.nytimes.com

3 months ago

New York City

Virginia Snowstorm Leaves 180,000 Without Power and Causes Havoc on Highways

Virginia experienced significant disruptions due to a major winter storm, resulting in power outages and numerous traffic accidents.

4 months ago

Miscellaneous

Monday Morning Headlines: Smooth Sailing So Far at SFO

Three separate fatal accidents occurred in Morgan Hill on Sunday, demonstrating persistent road safety concerns.