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California adopts replacement-tire efficiency rules that begin phasing in by 2029
The California Energy Commission approved new rolling-resistance standards for replacement tires starting in 2029 to reduce vehicle energy use.
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Duck boat overturns near Charles River entrance in Cambridge, injuring at least six
A duck boat tour overturned near the Charles River in Cambridge on Saturday, injuring 11 people. State police are investigating the accident.
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California
Robot Delays Southwest Flight in Oakland: Battery Issue
A Southwest flight from Oakland experienced an hour-long delay when humanoid robot Bebop's oversized lithium battery violated airline safety rules. Read more.
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California
California High-Speed Rail: Delays, Billions in Cost Overruns
California's high-speed rail project, approved in 2008, is now an estimated $126 billion with no full tracks laid. Learn about the delays, cost overruns,…
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New York City, New York
LaGuardia Airport Plane Collision: 2 Pilots Killed, Dozens Injured
A fatal collision between an Air Canada Express jet and a fire truck at LaGuardia Airport on March 22, 2026, left two pilots dead…
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Passenger Kicked Off Miami Flight for Loud Video
Chaos erupted on an American Airlines flight from Miami; a passenger was removed after a heated argument over loud videos without headphones.
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United Airlines Headphone Policy: Mandatory Use on Flights
United Airlines' new policy mandates headphone use on all flights starting Feb 27, 2026, making it an enforceable rule for in-flight audio. Learn why.
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Breeze Airways: New Routes to Atlantic City, Nassau, San Antonio
Breeze Airways unveils 14 new routes for 2026, including flights to Atlantic City, Nassau, and Brownsville, and returning to San Antonio. Explore new low-cost…
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United States
Big Boy No. 4014 Tour 2026: Coast-to-Coast Steam Journey
Union Pacific's Big Boy No. 4014 begins its historic coast-to-coast steam tour in 2026 for America's 250th anniversary. Discover the western leg schedule and…
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United States
TSA ConfirmID: $45 Fee for No REAL ID at Airport Security
Travelers 18+ without a REAL ID face a new $45 TSA ConfirmID fee starting Feb 1, 2026, for identity verification to pass airport security.…
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Adamuz Train Derailment: Dozens Dead in Spain High-Speed Crash
Dozens were killed and hundreds injured in a catastrophic high-speed train derailment near Adamuz, Córdoba, Spain, on January 18, 2026, involving Iryo and Renfe…
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San Francisco, California
San Francisco Cable Car Abruptly Stops, Injuring 13+
At least 13 people were injured when a San Francisco cable car suddenly stopped near Nob Hill on December 15, 2025. Passengers were thrown…
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Airlines Cancel Venezuela Flights After FAA Safety Warning
International airlines suspend Venezuela flights after FAA issues a safety warning due to hazardous airspace conditions. Tap, Iberia, LATAM and more affected.
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Kentucky
NTSB Releases Images of UPS MD-11F Engine Separation in Louisville
NTSB uncovers frame-by-frame images of the catastrophic UPS MD-11F engine separation in Louisville, revealing critical fatigue crack findings.
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United States
FAA Lifts Flight Restrictions at 40 U.S. Airports Monday
Good news for travelers! The FAA is lifting all emergency flight restrictions at 40 major U.S. airports Monday, Nov. 17, as air traffic controller…
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Washington DC
Federal Court Blocks Trump’s Immigrant CDL Rule
A federal appeals court in D.C. temporarily blocked the Trump administration's rule restricting commercial driver’s licenses for immigrants and asylum seekers.
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Hongqi Bridge Collapse in Sichuan: Landslide Causes Partial Failure
Sichuan's Hongqi Bridge, a critical link to Tibet, partially collapsed into a river just months after opening due to a landslide. Early warnings averted…
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FAA Flight Reductions Cause US Air Travel Chaos Amid Shutdown
Widespread U.S. flight disruptions continue as the FAA implements emergency reductions at major airports due to the ongoing government shutdown. Travelers face significant delays.
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Kentucky
UPS Plane Crash in Louisville: 12 Dead After Engine Separation
A UPS cargo plane tragically crashed and exploded during takeoff in Louisville, Kentucky, resulting in 12 fatalities. Engine separation is believed to be the…
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United States
FAA Staffing Crisis: Ex-Controller Blames Obama-Era Policies
Ex-air traffic controller Michael Pearson tells Fox Business that Obama-era policies created the FAA staffing crisis by prioritizing diversity over competency. Learn more about…
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Huntington Beach Helicopter Crash: Five Hospitalized in SoCal
Five people were hospitalized after a helicopter crashed in a Huntington Beach parking lot. Learn more about the Southern California incident and its impact.
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Southwest Airlines Lands at Sonoma County Airport (STS) in 2026
Southwest Airlines is set to begin service at Charles M. Schulz Sonoma County Airport (STS) in Santa Rosa, California, starting April 7, 2026, offering…
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Bay Area Transit Cuts Loom as Newsom Blocks $750M Loan
Massive transit cuts loom in the Bay Area after Governor Newsom's administration unexpectedly blocked a crucial $750 million loan for BART, Muni, and other…
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Deadly Turnpike Crash: Did CA Follow Law in Licensing Driver?
A deadly crash on Florida's Turnpike sparked a blame game over the driver's license. See if California followed the law and what the tragedy…
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California
Greenlane Opens I-10 Electric Truck Charging Corridor to Phoenix
Greenlane is launching its second major long-haul electric truck charging corridor, connecting Southern California and Phoenix along the vital I-10 freight route.
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United States
Labor Day’s Most Dangerous Roads: Fatal Crash Hotspots Revealed
Planning to drive this Labor Day? New data reveals the most dangerous roads and counties in the U.S. for holiday travel. See where fatality…