New York City April 12 Doomed NYC helicopter starred in company’s safety inspection video The ill-fated helicopter that crashed into the Hudson River on Thursday killing six people features on a video promoting the firm’s purported safety record.
Florida April 4 Florida woman given maximum sentence in death of 2nd grandchild; daughter says, 'I still love you' A Central Florida grandmother has been sentenced to five years in prison nearly two-and-a-half years after her infant granddaughter died in a hot car while in her care.
Boston April 1 Truck strikes pedestrians in downtown Boston, police say Several pedestrians have been injured after a box truck plowed into them Tuesday afternoon, according to Boston police.
US Crime January 8 TikToker whose speeding BMW killed 6 farmworkers avoids possible 55-year prison sentence with plea deal Noah Galle reached a plea deal with prosecutors in which he was sentenced to 12 and a half years in prison after he pleaded guilty to six counts of vehicular homicide for a car crash that left six people dead.
Travel January 5 Truck driver intervenes in highway shootout, wins Goodyear Highway Hero Award Two men have been awarded the Goodyear Highway Hero Award for their selfless acts in the commercial trucking industry. Here are their stories.
Police and Law Enforcement December 5 Nearly a dozen cars stolen with kids left inside over Thanksgiving, car safety group warns A child car safety group is warning parents not to leave children unattended in their vehicles this holiday season after nearly a dozen cars were stolen over Thanksgiving with kids left inside.
US December 4 College students killed in fiery Cybertruck accident day before Thanksgiving Three recent graduates of Piedmont High School tragically lost their lives in a fiery crash the day before Thanksgiving and the city of Piedmont released their names Tuesday.
Deals October 21 Prepare your vehicle for winter with these 10 car maintenance must-haves Your car can be cold weather ready with snow tires, winter windshield wipers, a battery jump-starter, and other winter car maintenance must-haves.
Texas August 14 Toddlers in diapers stranded on highway after being ejected during crash: video Two terrified toddlers in diapers were seen stranded on a Texas highway after being ejected during a major crash in Texas on Sunday.
HEALTHY LIVING August 13 6 water safety tips amid boating deaths, with alcohol a leading factor in tragedy Hundreds of lives are lost each year on U.S. waterways due to recreational boating accidents that can be prevented, says the U.S Coast Guard. Here are 6 tips for staying safe on the water.
VIDEO July 23 Oscar Mayer Wienermobile in rollover wreck in Illinois An Oscar Mayer Wienermobile was involved in a rollover crash with a sedan on Monday morning. (Credit: ÐÓ°ÉÊÓƵ Chicago)
LIFESTYLE July 20 Connecticut mom whose son was killed after visiting ice cream truck pushes to prevent further deaths Mom Christi Carrano is pushing to help implement federal legislation on ice cream truck safety laws after losing her son in an incident in Wallingford, Connecticut.
Heat Wave July 17 Father arrested for hot car death of 8-week old daughter amid summer heatwave A New Jersey father left his 8-week-old in a vehicle during a heatwave on Monday which led to her death, prosecutors say.
Police and Law Enforcement June 27 South Carolina lawmaker wants police trucks banned from beaches after woman fatally hit: ‘it’s indefensible’ Police in South Carolina have cut back their use of patrol trucks on beaches after a 66-year-old woman was fatally killed by an officer driving a Ford Ranger earlier this month.
VIDEO June 26 Tractor trailer crashes into New Jersey home Crews rushed to the scene after a tractor trailer crashed into the back of a home in Carteret, New Jersey, on Wednesday afternoon after the driver suffered a "medical incident." (Credit: ÐÓ°ÉÊÓƵ 5 NY)
US June 23 Your car is a target — don’t get hacked or duped Cyber attacks on vehicles are now feasible with cars that have built-in Wi-Fi hotspot capabilities. Hackers can steal your data from your own garage.
Atlanta June 18 Georgia dad freed after hot car seat death of son put him in prison for murder A father from Georgia who had a murder conviction overturned in the hot car death of his toddler son has been released from prison.
Family June 17 Child hot car death pushes parents who lost daughter to sound alarm about 'preventable tragedy' A mother who tragically lost her girl in a hot car death is pleading with other families to be vigilant about not leaving their kids in cars this summer as the weather heats up.
Crime June 6 Road rage data shows 5 things drivers should know about fury behind the wheel An analysis of National Highway Traffic Safety Administration data shows the gender, age group and vehicle type most likely to be involved in a road rage fatality.
Tennessee June 2 Southern US city ranked as worst for deadly car accidents in the country, study says A southern U.S. city was ranked where the most car accidents happen, and many of the top 10 were also in the southeast, according to ConsumerAffairs.
Meet the American Who... May 31 Meet the American who invented windshield wipers, Mary Anderson, Alabama entrepreneur Mary Anderson was born in Alabama months after the tragedy of the Civil War. She helped her state rebuild, then went on to create windshield wipers — long before auto titans realized the potential.
LIFESTYLE May 22 Ahead of the ‘100 deadliest days of summer,' here's what teen drivers must know The "100 deadliest days of summer" is a reference to the period between Memorial Day and Labor Day, when most teen-related driving accidents occur. Experts shared cautions for teens and parents.
HEALTH May 18 Could your car make you sick? Study highlights potentially cancerous toxins in vehicles Americans may be breathing in cancer-causing chemicals while they're driving, recent research suggested. Environmental experts offered input on the potential risk.
CRIME May 16 Police officer reveals tips to avoid carjackings, remain safe if you've fallen victim to one Carjacking can quickly turn into a dangerous situation. A police officer provided expert tips of what to do in this situation and preventative measures you can take to keep yourself safe.
Transportation May 15 Highway safety administration warns against sticking aftermarket decals on steering wheels following accident The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has issued a warning not to stick decals onto car steering wheels after a driver was severely hurt by one during a crash.
LIFESTYLE May 1 Stay safe with 4 self-defense tips from expert Rener Gracie: 'Not an easy target' As Americans in big cities look to protect themselves, Gracie University head jiu-jitsu instructor Rener Gracie offers expert tips on mastering self-defense skills and staying safe.
The European Union April 28, 2024 EU requires cars come with tech that slows cars when speeding, UK opts out Required automotive safety feature in the European Union will slow cars when speeding, and is expected to reduce fatal car crashes by up to 12%.
Auto Safety April 23, 2024 Driving dangers: 9 top distractions that contribute to accidents, according to experts For Distracted Driving Awareness Month, experts revealed 9 of the most common driving distractions, including daydreaming, texting and eating while behind the wheel.
Family and Friends April 22, 2024 Teen hassled by friends when he won't drive unless all passengers are buckled up Young man describes a viral encounter with two friends who refused to wear seat belts when he was driving — and what happened when he insisted they buckle up. Reddit users weigh in.
New York April 10, 2024 New York pediatrician's daughter says Airstream trailer had 'safety oversight' in fatal mishap: report Pediatrician Monika Woroniecka was flung onto the highway trying to close her trailer's door – her daughter said a fatal flaw in design could have contributed to her death.
