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School zone fines may skyrocket

When you see a sign at a school saying slow for children, you best heed the warning. The state Legislature is moving to dramatically increase the fine on those who don't. Here's an Associated Press story on the legislation: SACRAMENTO (AP) — Speeding when schoolchildren are present would become more [...]

By | May 9th, 2011|9 Comments

Motorcycle deaths fall but now rising

Here's an interesting story from the Associated Press: By Joan Lowy Associated Press WASHINGTON — Motorcycle deaths dropped 2 percent in the first nine months of last year, but the report by state transportation officials may signal just a blip, not a lasting improvement in safety. There were 80 fewer [...]

By | April 19th, 2011|6 Comments

Protests scuttle legislation on pedestrians and iPods

Earlier this week, we reported on two legislators' proposal to crack down on pedestrians who aren't paying attention while walking because they're distracted by their iPods and such. Now one of those legislators has dropped his plan because of a flurry of opposition from the public. Here's the Associated Press [...]

By | January 25th, 2011|2 Comments

Driving illegally with a cell phone? App to stop that

Here's an interesting story from the Associated Press, especially if you use your cell phone while driving: NEW YORK (AP) — Having trouble leaving the cell phone alone while you’re driving, even though the distraction could get you and bystanders killed? Now, there’s an app for that — with cash [...]

By | October 14th, 2010|0 Comments

Feds push tougher laws for drivers

Here's an interesting Associated Press story about the feds pushing for a crackdown on distracted drivers: WASHINGTON (AP) — Making sure drivers keep their eyes on the road will require a network of tough laws, enforcement by police and personal responsibility, the government said Tuesday. Obama administration officials said during [...]

By | September 21st, 2010|0 Comments