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Columbus City Council is taking bold action to tackle alarming traffic safety issues after 63 lives were lost or changed forever in just six years.

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Columbus Officials Address Road Safety Concerns Amid Rising Injury Rates
City leaders identify four high-risk corridors for road safety improvements and community feedback.
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August 5, 2025 at 5:52 PM
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River Falls is on the verge of transforming its streets into safer spaces, aiming to eliminate traffic fatalities by 2040 with a bold new plan!

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Plan Commission unanimously recommends River Falls's Safe Streets for All safety action plan to council
The River Falls Plan Commission heard a presentation on a draft Safe Streets for All Safety Action Plan, questioned priority projects and timelines, and voted unanimously to forward the plan to city council; staff said council adoption will make the city eligible for SS4A implementation grants.
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May 6, 2026 at 6:12 AM
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A recent traffic study reveals that the dangerous intersection of Highway 211 and DeMarco Road has a troubling crash history and urgently needs a $4.6 million traffic signal for improved safety.

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City study recommends $4.6 million signal at Highway 211 and DeMarco to improve pedestrian safety
A traffic study presented to the Sandy City Council found the Highway 211/DeMarco intersection currently fails the city's operational standard and recommended a traffic signal (about $4.6 million) as the best benefit-cost option for vehicle operations and pedestrian protection.
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August 6, 2026 at 12:27 AM
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The Transportation Commission is taking bold steps to enhance safety and traffic flow on Williamson Street, but will it be enough to prevent future building crashes?

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Transportation Commission discusses safety upgrades and traffic management for Williamson Street
Commission reviews options for reducing building crashes and improving traffic flow on Williamson Street.
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August 14, 2025 at 3:46 PM
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Waukesha residents are rallying for a roundabout at a dangerous intersection, convinced it’s the key to improving safety for children and pedestrians amid reckless driving concerns.

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Residents urge Muskego officials to consider roundabouts for dangerous intersections
Community members advocate for roundabouts to enhance safety at high-traffic intersections in Muskego.
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July 1, 2025 at 7:09 AM
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Lawmakers are demanding urgent updates to the New Car Assessment Program to enhance roadway safety, aiming to protect pedestrians amidst alarming statistics of 40,000 deaths last year.

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Lawmakers push NCAP overhaul and pedestrian protections after rising roadway deaths
Members pressed for an updated New Car Assessment Program and new performance requirements for automatic emergency braking and door‑release systems, citing rising pedestrian and vulnerable-road-user deaths and proposed Magnus White Safe Streets legislation.
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January 14, 2026 at 8:23 AM
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Central Florida launches Operation Best Foot Forward to enhance pedestrian safety during back-to-school season. Plainclothes officers to enforce crosswalk laws across 9 counties, protecting students and reducing traffic risks. #RoadSafety #PedestrianProtection
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July 31, 2025 at 4:52 AM
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McCall's City Council is taking bold steps to safeguard families by discussing vital traffic safety measures, including reduced speed limits and enhanced enforcement.

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Local Residents Discuss Strategies to Improve Street Safety for Families
Residents propose reducing speed limits and enhancing safety measures for local neighborhoods.
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May 23, 2025 at 8:47 PM
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The Spokane Transportation Commission has hit pause on a proposed shared-streets ordinance after heated debates over pedestrian safety and transit route impacts.

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Commission defers shared‑streets ordinance after questions on transit coordination and pedestrian protections
After a public hearing and substantial deliberation, the Transportation Commission voted to defer a proposed shared‑streets ordinance until next month, asking staff to remove STA transit‑route language, clarify criteria for pedestrian protections and return with additional outreach and refined language.
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November 14, 2025 at 9:54 AM
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Renton is considering a downtown right turn ban to boost pedestrian safety and tackle traffic chaos—could this be the change our community needs?

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Renton Council Considers Downtown Right Turn Ban to Enhance Pedestrian Safety
Resident proposes right turn ban in downtown Renton to reduce pedestrian safety concerns.
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July 22, 2025 at 8:33 AM
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The Battle Ground City Council is taking bold steps to enhance safety by reconsidering speed limits in residential areas and school zones, responding to community concerns after tragic traffic incidents.

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City Council reviews speed limit modifications amid community safety concerns
Council discusses speed limit adjustments to enhance safety around schools and neighborhoods.
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May 10, 2025 at 4:00 AM
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Seattle is taking a bold step towards safer streets by investing $1.18 million in non-school speed cameras to combat reckless driving!

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City officials initiate speed camera legislation alongside proviso lift plans
City staff begins drafting legislation for non-school speed cameras and proviso lift.
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April 6, 2025 at 12:22 PM
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Minnesota is set to reshape road safety with House Bill 1804, introducing tougher penalties for speeding and a renewed focus on protecting pedestrians.

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Minnesota enacts new penalties for speeding and pedestrian safety violations
Minnesota increases penalties for speeding and establishes stricter rules for pedestrian safety.
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March 3, 2025 at 11:24 PM
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The alarming findings from the Sheridan Corridor safety study reveal over 4,000 crashes in just five years, prompting urgent recommendations to protect pedestrians, cyclists, and motorists alike.

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Sheridan safety study flags high crash counts, recommends medians, lighting and sidewalks
DRCOG’s Sheridan Corridor safety study found more than 4,000 crashes from 2018–2022, including 152 serious injuries and 17 fatalities; recommendations include multimodal lighting, median or hardened centerlines, signal timing, sidewalk improvements and bus stop consolidation across a multi‑jurisdictional corridor.
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March 4, 2026 at 4:16 PM
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Residents of Broomfield County are sounding the alarm over dangerous traffic conditions on Misty Street, highlighting urgent safety concerns for pedestrians and drivers alike.

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Misty Street Resident Raises Traffic Concerns at Community Meeting
Resident highlights traffic hazards and pedestrian safety issues at Misty and Lowell intersection.
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September 10, 2025 at 6:47 AM
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The Petoskey City Council is taking crucial steps to enhance road safety, but is it enough without proper enforcement?

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Council Member Shields advocates for ordinance despite effective signage for bike safety
Council discusses the effectiveness of signage versus need for enforcement ordinance change.
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July 22, 2025 at 8:01 PM
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Residents are sounding the alarm over traffic safety on Main Street, with one local mother urging the Board of Selectmen to take action before it's too late.

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Resident Catherine Cummings raises traffic safety concerns on Main Street in Essex
Catherine Cummings urges action on traffic flow and safety issues on Main Street
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April 27, 2025 at 3:20 PM
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Parents and teachers are demanding urgent action from the Los Banos City Council to enhance safety for students near local schools after alarming near-misses and crashes.

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Residents and educators press Los Banos leaders for quicker fixes after student-area crashes
Parents, teachers and residents urged the Los Banos City Council on May 20 to prioritize pedestrian and school-area traffic safety — including crossing guards, speed cushions and improved crosswalks — after recent crashes and near-misses. Police said a focused enforcement operation deployed 18 officers to the city.
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May 21, 2026 at 9:31 PM
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Cupertino's Planning Commission is taking bold steps to enhance bicycle and pedestrian safety, tackling everything from high traffic routes to the alarming rise of red light violations.

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Cupertino Commissioners Address Bicycle Safety and Red Light Violations Concerns
Commissioners discuss improving bicycle safety and tackling red light running issues in Cupertino.
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September 10, 2025 at 3:37 PM
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Santa Clara is taking bold steps to enhance road safety by rethinking bike lanes and advocating for new pedestrian measures—what's being proposed could change the way we travel!

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City Officials Discuss Safety Measures for Buffered Bike Lanes and Pedestrian Crosswalks
Officials explore bike lane classifications and potential installations for speed humps and crosswalks.
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July 17, 2025 at 5:23 PM
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California's Task Force is tackling the urgent issue of how heavier vehicles impact pedestrian safety, especially for our aging population—are we risking lives for modern advancements?

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AARP advocates for older adults in California's vehicle safety and transportation discussions
AARP highlights older adults' vulnerability to traffic risks during California transportation task force meeting
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June 20, 2025 at 4:55 PM
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A groundbreaking project in Bend is set to transform community safety by tackling critical bicycle and pedestrian risks, aiming to reduce serious injuries and fatalities on our roads.

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Project aims to reduce fatal crashes and enhance pedestrian safety
Project targets safety improvements to decrease serious injuries and risks for pedestrians
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June 4, 2025 at 9:06 PM
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CHARLOTTE - Driver turns herself into police, death prompts outpouring of grief and remembrance across Charlotte.

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Pedestrian killed in Charlotte identified as Lance Sotelo - QnotesCarolinas.com
Charlotte mourns Lance Sotelo, MBA graduate killed in a hit‑and‑run; community rallies for safer streets and lasting remembrance.
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January 15, 2026 at 10:19 PM
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Multiple Casualties Reported after Car Drives into Crowd in St Louis

The St. Louis Fire Department said one of the people hit was in critical condition.

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Multiple Casualties Reported after Car Drives into Crowd in St Louis
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December 23, 2024 at 9:51 AM
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Maryland is considering a new bill that would use automated cameras to catch drivers who endanger pedestrians in crosswalks—could this be the future of road safety?

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Automated crosswalk enforcement debated amid questions about discretion, data and signage
HB938 would authorize automated crosswalk enforcement in specified counties with a $65 penalty, data‑privacy protections and a requirement that revenue be used for crosswalk improvements. Supporters say it will protect pedestrians; senators asked about false positives, signage, law‑enforcement discretion and local implementation.
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April 5, 2026 at 7:33 AM