Investigation into death of passenger hit by train at Tube stationAn investigation has begun into the death of a passenger who fell onto Tube tracks at Ickenham station and was struck by a train.
Private Trash Haulers Are Still Killing and Injuring New Yorkers As Long-Awaited Reforms Lag - Streetsblog New York CityThe private trash industry in NYC has not improved safety, with crash rates and fatalities remaining dangerously high since reforms were passed five years ago.
Op-Ed | Another year of Getting Stuff Done' for New Yorkers | amNewYorkNew York City is experiencing growing safety, affordability, and economic opportunity, as shown by decreasing crime rates and rising job numbers.
Council approves requiring safety bollards at new medical facilities - Austin MonitorCity Council unanimously mandated bollards at medical facility entrances to enhance safety following tragic accidents.
Pakistan: Bus crashes leave dozens dead DW 08/25/2024At least 35 people died in two separate bus accidents in Pakistan, highlighting ongoing transportation safety issues in the country.
Investigation into death of passenger hit by train at Tube stationAn investigation has begun into the death of a passenger who fell onto Tube tracks at Ickenham station and was struck by a train.
Private Trash Haulers Are Still Killing and Injuring New Yorkers As Long-Awaited Reforms Lag - Streetsblog New York CityThe private trash industry in NYC has not improved safety, with crash rates and fatalities remaining dangerously high since reforms were passed five years ago.
Op-Ed | Another year of Getting Stuff Done' for New Yorkers | amNewYorkNew York City is experiencing growing safety, affordability, and economic opportunity, as shown by decreasing crime rates and rising job numbers.
Council approves requiring safety bollards at new medical facilities - Austin MonitorCity Council unanimously mandated bollards at medical facility entrances to enhance safety following tragic accidents.
Pakistan: Bus crashes leave dozens dead DW 08/25/2024At least 35 people died in two separate bus accidents in Pakistan, highlighting ongoing transportation safety issues in the country.
Small Plane Crashes in Potomac River Near Reagan National AirportThe midair collision resulted in a commercial jet crashing into the Potomac River near Washington D.C.
NYC helicopter company shuts down operations after deadly crash kills 6: FAANew York Helicopter has ceased operations following a fatal crash that killed all aboard.Senator Schumer is advocating for stricter safety inspections for helicopter tours after the tragedy.
Training pilot injured after helicopter crash and rollover in Burlington, Ont., documents show | CBC NewsHelicopter crash at Burlington Executive Airport with minor injuries to a training pilot due to landing gear failure.
Small Plane Crashes in Potomac River Near Reagan National AirportThe midair collision resulted in a commercial jet crashing into the Potomac River near Washington D.C.
NYC helicopter company shuts down operations after deadly crash kills 6: FAANew York Helicopter has ceased operations following a fatal crash that killed all aboard.Senator Schumer is advocating for stricter safety inspections for helicopter tours after the tragedy.
Training pilot injured after helicopter crash and rollover in Burlington, Ont., documents show | CBC NewsHelicopter crash at Burlington Executive Airport with minor injuries to a training pilot due to landing gear failure.
Schumer Seeks to Halt Flights for New York Helicopter Company After Deadly Hudson River CrashSchumer calls for a halt to New York Helicopter Tours flights amid investigations into a fatal crash, stressing the need for improved safety regulations.
Families Visit Crash Site Days After the Deadliest U.S. Air Disaster in a GenerationVictims' families visit site of the deadliest U.S. air disaster as investigations continue into the collision of an American Airlines jet and a Black Hawk helicopter.
Bus Plunges off Bridge in Guatemala City, Killing at Least 53A devastating bus crash in Guatemala City resulted in at least 53 fatalities, with investigations underway to determine the cause.
Train crash that caused 100,000 in damage could have been avoided if staff followed rules -reportA timber train collided with an Intercity Railcar in Westport, leading to ongoing investigations and safety recommendations.Damage from the collision is estimated at €100,000 with a comprehensive investigation underway.
Families Visit Crash Site Days After the Deadliest U.S. Air Disaster in a GenerationVictims' families visit site of the deadliest U.S. air disaster as investigations continue into the collision of an American Airlines jet and a Black Hawk helicopter.
Bus Plunges off Bridge in Guatemala City, Killing at Least 53A devastating bus crash in Guatemala City resulted in at least 53 fatalities, with investigations underway to determine the cause.
Train crash that caused 100,000 in damage could have been avoided if staff followed rules -reportA timber train collided with an Intercity Railcar in Westport, leading to ongoing investigations and safety recommendations.Damage from the collision is estimated at €100,000 with a comprehensive investigation underway.
Nuclear waste returns to Germany amid protests DW 04/01/2025The transport of radioactive nuclear waste to Germany sparks protests and raises safety concerns among activists.
Two killed and four seriously injured in bus crash on German motorwayA bus accident in Germany resulted in two fatalities and multiple injuries, with unclear causes and potential weather-related factors.
Nuclear waste returns to Germany amid protests DW 04/01/2025The transport of radioactive nuclear waste to Germany sparks protests and raises safety concerns among activists.
Two killed and four seriously injured in bus crash on German motorwayA bus accident in Germany resulted in two fatalities and multiple injuries, with unclear causes and potential weather-related factors.
NTSB recommends vulnerability assessments on 68 bridges following Key Bridge collapseNTSB recommends vulnerability assessments for older bridges to prevent collapses like that of the Francis Scott Key Bridge.
After Baltimore Collapse, Risk Reviews Urged for Dozens of U.S. BridgesMaryland failed to conduct risk assessments on the Francis Scott Key bridge prior to its collapse.
NTSB recommends vulnerability assessments on 68 bridges following Key Bridge collapseNTSB recommends vulnerability assessments for older bridges to prevent collapses like that of the Francis Scott Key Bridge.
After Baltimore Collapse, Risk Reviews Urged for Dozens of U.S. BridgesMaryland failed to conduct risk assessments on the Francis Scott Key bridge prior to its collapse.
Unexploded World War II Bomb Delays Trains in France and the UKUnexploded WWII bomb delays travel between Paris and London this week.
Storm Eowyn poses danger to life in parts of UK and Ireland with 100mph windsStorm Eowyn brings 100mph winds, causing significant travel disruptions and safety concerns in the UK.
Unexploded World War II Bomb Delays Trains in France and the UKUnexploded WWII bomb delays travel between Paris and London this week.
Storm Eowyn poses danger to life in parts of UK and Ireland with 100mph windsStorm Eowyn brings 100mph winds, causing significant travel disruptions and safety concerns in the UK.
Leadership Vacuum: Delivery Workers Oppose Hochul's E-Bike Plan as Adams Goes AWOL - Streetsblog New York CityRiders rally against Gov. Hochul's e-bike proposals, seeking clearer policies amid safety and employment concerns.
Transit workers union calls for bulletproof capsules for MTA busesTWU advocates for bulletproof compartments for bus operators in response to increasing violence against transit workers.
Fare Evasion Spikes on NYC's Transit SystemNearly half of New York City bus riders evade fares, prompting MTA action.
BART shifting departure times in billion-dollar plan, working with agencies to improve efficiencyBART is adjusting train schedules to synchronize with other Bay Area transit systems and launching a major train control system upgrade.
Green Line train was going 36 mph in a 10 mph zone when it derailed, NTSB report findsThe Green Line trolley derailed due to excessive speed and ignoring signals, posing significant safety concerns for transit operations.
Transit workers union calls for bulletproof capsules for MTA busesTWU advocates for bulletproof compartments for bus operators in response to increasing violence against transit workers.
Fare Evasion Spikes on NYC's Transit SystemNearly half of New York City bus riders evade fares, prompting MTA action.
BART shifting departure times in billion-dollar plan, working with agencies to improve efficiencyBART is adjusting train schedules to synchronize with other Bay Area transit systems and launching a major train control system upgrade.
Green Line train was going 36 mph in a 10 mph zone when it derailed, NTSB report findsThe Green Line trolley derailed due to excessive speed and ignoring signals, posing significant safety concerns for transit operations.
'Complete Streets' Webpage Falls Prey To Trump Purge - Streetsblog USAThe removal of the Complete Streets resources from the U.S. DOT website raises concerns about community safety initiatives amid political changes.
'It's So Political': Trump's New Grant Freeze Puts Safety Last - Streetsblog USAThe Trump administration halted the 'Road to Zero' safety program, undermining efforts to enhance pedestrian and cyclist safety across the nation.
'Complete Streets' Webpage Falls Prey To Trump Purge - Streetsblog USAThe removal of the Complete Streets resources from the U.S. DOT website raises concerns about community safety initiatives amid political changes.
'It's So Political': Trump's New Grant Freeze Puts Safety Last - Streetsblog USAThe Trump administration halted the 'Road to Zero' safety program, undermining efforts to enhance pedestrian and cyclist safety across the nation.
What's the deal with all these airplane crashes?The aviation industry faces increased scrutiny as both commercial and private flight crashes rise amid recent FAA employee layoffs.
Video. Train collides with elephants in Sri Lanka, causing derailment and animal fatalitiesA train in Sri Lanka derailed after colliding with a herd of elephants, resulting in the deaths of six elephants but no injuries to passengers.
Germany: Train collides with truck in Hamburg, killing 1 DW 02/11/2025A collision between a train and a semi-truck in Hamburg resulted in multiple injuries and one fatality, with unclear circumstances surrounding the crash.
Germany: Train collides with truck near Hamburg, killing 1 DW 02/11/2025A collision between a train and a truck near Hamburg resulted in several injuries and one fatality.
Video. Train collides with elephants in Sri Lanka, causing derailment and animal fatalitiesA train in Sri Lanka derailed after colliding with a herd of elephants, resulting in the deaths of six elephants but no injuries to passengers.
Germany: Train collides with truck in Hamburg, killing 1 DW 02/11/2025A collision between a train and a semi-truck in Hamburg resulted in multiple injuries and one fatality, with unclear circumstances surrounding the crash.
Germany: Train collides with truck near Hamburg, killing 1 DW 02/11/2025A collision between a train and a truck near Hamburg resulted in several injuries and one fatality.
3 ways Tesla stands to win from Elon Musk's war on the U.S. governmentMusk's proximity to Trump may remove federal scrutiny and regulations impacting Tesla's progress and safety initiatives.
Tesla FSD probe to continue after Trump's inaugurationNHTSA's investigation into Tesla's Full Self Driving software will persist beyond the Trump's inauguration.
Female driver killed, passenger injured as Tesla flips and bursts into flames on NYC's FDR DriveA fatal crash involving a Tesla occurred on the FDR Drive, resulting in the driver's death and serious injury to a passenger.
3 ways Tesla stands to win from Elon Musk's war on the U.S. governmentMusk's proximity to Trump may remove federal scrutiny and regulations impacting Tesla's progress and safety initiatives.
Tesla FSD probe to continue after Trump's inaugurationNHTSA's investigation into Tesla's Full Self Driving software will persist beyond the Trump's inauguration.
Female driver killed, passenger injured as Tesla flips and bursts into flames on NYC's FDR DriveA fatal crash involving a Tesla occurred on the FDR Drive, resulting in the driver's death and serious injury to a passenger.
At least 51 are dead after a bus plunged off a bridge in GuatemalaA tragic bus accident in Guatemala resulted in at least 51 deaths, leading to a national day of mourning.
By spotting patterns and irregularities in real-time, AI allows maintenance teams to address issues before they become serious. (Photo courtesy of APTA) - Busline NewsMAP-21 significantly enhances transportation safety through stricter regulations and improved standards for carriers and drivers.
New Grants Available To Improve State Commercial Driver's License Programs - Busline NewsThe FMCSA announced over $140 million in grants to enhance technology and improve the CDL program.
By spotting patterns and irregularities in real-time, AI allows maintenance teams to address issues before they become serious. (Photo courtesy of APTA) - Busline NewsMAP-21 significantly enhances transportation safety through stricter regulations and improved standards for carriers and drivers.
New Grants Available To Improve State Commercial Driver's License Programs - Busline NewsThe FMCSA announced over $140 million in grants to enhance technology and improve the CDL program.
Pete Buttigieg hits back after Trump tries to blame him for plane crashPete Buttigieg criticized Trump for blame-shifting over the plane crash, emphasizing the safety achievements during his tenure.
Interview: Supervisor Shamann Walton wants less nuclear waste, more affordable housing in District 10Shamann Walton prioritizes addressing inequities and improving transportation safety in District 10.
Officials Celebrate Lackluster West Portal Safety Installation - Streetsblog San FranciscoThe West Portal community successfully collaborated on a quick-build safety project, improving pedestrian safety after a tragic incident.
Interview: Supervisor Shamann Walton wants less nuclear waste, more affordable housing in District 10Shamann Walton prioritizes addressing inequities and improving transportation safety in District 10.
Officials Celebrate Lackluster West Portal Safety Installation - Streetsblog San FranciscoThe West Portal community successfully collaborated on a quick-build safety project, improving pedestrian safety after a tragic incident.
At least 66 people dead after truck plunges into river in EthiopiaAt least 66 fatalities occurred in southern Ethiopia when an overcrowded truck plunged into a river, highlighting issues with transportation safety.
New Year's Eve: Will new cars have passive alcohol detection systems?Impaired driving fatalities underscore the urgency for advanced automotive technologies like blood alcohol monitoring systems to prevent future incidents.
Search continues for missing after DRC boat capsizing kills at least 25Overcrowded boats pose severe dangers in the DRC, with a tragic incident on the Fimi river claiming lives and highlighting critical safety concerns.
FCC passes auto safety spectrum rulesThe FCC's new rules will advance C-V2X communications, enhancing vehicle-to-everything safety measures through cellular networks.
Lord David Blunkett blasts London Underground death traps' after falling through gapQuality journalism is essential for informed debate, and support for independent media ensures accessibility without paywalls.
Should We Stop Calling Bike Lanes 'Bike Lanes'? - Streetsblog USABike-friendly cities improve safety for all road users, not just cyclists.A multifaceted approach to transportation safety is needed to decrease traffic deaths.
The Insider: How to Blow the Whistle on a Federal Transportation Agency - Streetsblog USAResearch on aerodynamic side guards for trucks showed potential life-saving benefits that were omitted in the final report, raising concerns about regulatory transparency.
Lord David Blunkett blasts London Underground death traps' after falling through gapQuality journalism is essential for informed debate, and support for independent media ensures accessibility without paywalls.
Should We Stop Calling Bike Lanes 'Bike Lanes'? - Streetsblog USABike-friendly cities improve safety for all road users, not just cyclists.A multifaceted approach to transportation safety is needed to decrease traffic deaths.
The Insider: How to Blow the Whistle on a Federal Transportation Agency - Streetsblog USAResearch on aerodynamic side guards for trucks showed potential life-saving benefits that were omitted in the final report, raising concerns about regulatory transparency.
The Watch Industry's Role in Your Speeding TicketThe watch industry significantly influenced automotive speed regulation through the development of the chronograph.
Railway line closed after two trains collide in WalesA low-speed collision between two trains in Wales has led to service interruptions and requires emergency response.
Why is road safety a big issue in Southeast Asia? DW 10/08/2024Public outrage demands stricter safety regulations for buses in Thailand following a deadly fire that killed 23 students and teachers.
'Resign': Adams's Livable Streets Record Wilts Under Scrutiny - Streetsblog New York CityMayor Adams faces growing calls to resign amidst federal corruption investigation, prompting reflection on his record and contributions to livable streets.
U.S. sues Dali ship owner and operator for $100 million over Baltimore bridge collapseThe DOJ is suing ship operators for negligence leading to the Francis Scott Key Bridge disaster, resulting in loss of life and significant infrastructure damage.
Engineers examining Dali found loose cable that could have triggered blackout before Key Bridge destructionThe Dali's loose electric cable may have caused the power blackout leading to the Key Bridge collapse, resulting in six fatalities.
BART looks to public for input on how to make station roads saferBART aims to improve safety for pedestrians and cyclists around its stations by gathering community input on infrastructure enhancements.
Woman who allegedly killed two people using Ford BlueCruise charged with DUI homicide | TechCrunchDimple Patel has been charged with DUI homicide after a crash involving the BlueCruise hands-free technology, raising concerns about driver responsibility.
Suspect charged after man killed at south east London StationA man died after an assault at Southwark Station; a 23-year-old has been charged in connection with the incident.
Proposal would add protected bike lanes, pedestrian islands to dangerous Crown Heights blocksNYC DOT considering transforming dangerous blocks in Crown Heights and East Flatbush with protected bike lanes.
Legislative Update: Bike-Friendly Bills at the Midpoint - Streetsblog CaliforniaLegislative process includes amendments to bills. California Bicycle Coalition supports some bills and changes position on others to progress legislative agenda.
Caltrans delves into GenAI testing to reduce bottlenecks, keep roads safeCaltrans is utilizing GenAI to analyze road-related data and enhance transportation safety in California.