At least 18 people were hospitalized after a vehicle struck multiple pedestrians during a Lao New Year parade in New Iberia, authorities said. The incident occurred on Saturday afternoon, April 4, 2026, at the intersection of Savannakhet Street and Melancon Road, according to a statement from the Iberia Parish Sheri

CRANFORD, N.J. — Drivers in Cranford are being warned to follow crosswalk laws after local authorities carried out a targeted pedestrian safety enforcement operation during the week of Monday, March 23, 2026. The initiative, led by the Cranford Police Department, focused on improving compliance at marked crosswalks and reducing the risk of accidents involving pedestrians. As part of the operation, officers conducted a “pedestrian decoy” detail at a crosswalk equipped with a Rect

National gas prices have climbed sharply in recent days, forcing many drivers to confront unexpectedly high costs at fuel pumps just as spring break travel begins across the country. The increase follows recent geopolitical tensions linked to military developments in Iran, which have contributed to volatility in global energy markets and pushed gasoline prices higher nationwide. With millions of families preparing for road trips and vacations, the surge in fuel costs is adding press

Drivers traveling along Route 22 in North Plainfield should prepare for delays over the next two weeks as lane closures take effect for construction work. Beginning at 9 a.m. today, the left lane and shoulder on both eastbound and westbound sides of Route 22 will be closed between Malcolm Avenue and the Walmart Shopping Center. Officials said the traffic adjustment is necessary to carry out repairs to the concrete median barrier in the area, part of a broader effort to maintain and strengthen ro

Phillipsburg officials say repair work on several large sinkholes could take days or even weeks as crews continue to assess the extent of the damage and investigate the underlying cause. Local authorities are working closely with engineers and utility providers to determine whether additional ground failures could occur in the affected area. Mayor Randy Piazza Jr. said the town is taking the situation seriously, noting that while the region sits on a substantial limestone deposit wh

Authorities said the collision occurred at approximately 2 a.m. in the southbound lanes of the tollway near Royal Lane. Preliminary findings from DPS troopers indicate that a Hyundai Tucson was traveling northbound in the southbound lanes when it collided head-on with a Land Rover Velar. The impact caused significant damage to both vehicles and prompted an immediate emergency response. The driver of the Hyundai Tucson was transported to a local hospital following the crash but was l

A high-profile Lamborghini crash in Uttar Pradesh’s Kanpur has triggered widespread controversy after police registered an FIR that does not mention the name of the alleged driver, despite videos clearly showing him stepping out of the luxury vehicle. The incident, which occurred on Sunday evening, has raised serious questions about preferential treatment, transparency in policing, and public safety, particularly when influential individuals are involved. According to police accou

Family members, friends, and the wider sports community are mourning the sudden and tragic loss of 35-year-old Arun K. Sandram, who was killed in a late-night crash on Interstate 40 in Raleigh. The incident occurred on Sunday evening along the eastbound lanes of I-40, just before the interchange with I-440, leaving loved ones struggling to come to terms with the unexpected loss of a man they describe as kind, energetic, and deeply passionate about sports. The news of his death has sent shockwave

A large-scale traffic crash involving as many as 100 vehicles forced the complete shutdown of a major western Michigan highway on Monday, stranding motorists amid hazardous winter weather and prompting emergency response efforts across the region. Authorities said the multi-vehicle pileup occurred on Interstate 196 near 64th Avenue in Zeeland Township, roughly 25 miles southwest of Grand Rapids, as snow and blowing winds significantly reduced visibility. According to the

RALEIGH, N.C. — Drivers across central North Carolina are being urged to use extra caution on area roads as a cold front moves through the region, bringing a mix of snow and rain followed by plunging overnight temperatures. Weather officials warn that conditions late Sunday into early Monday could create patchy black ice, potentially making the morning commute hazardous. The cold front delivered light snow in some areas and primarily rain in others across central North Carolina on

The state of Texas has given the city of Dallas until the end of January to remove several decorative pavement markings, including rainbow-painted crosswalks in the Oak Lawn neighborhood and a large “Black Lives Matter” street mural on Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard. State officials have warned that failure to comply could put millions of dollars in transportation and infrastructure funding at risk. The dispute traces back to an order issued on Oct. 8, 2025, when Texas Gov. Gr

At least 21 people were killed and more than 70 others were injured after a devastating collision between two high-speed passenger trains in Spain’s southern Andalusia region on Sunday evening. The incident has been described by national authorities as one of the deadliest rail disasters in recent years, triggering a large-scale emergency response and a nationwide investigation into rail safety. According to information released by the country’s rail infrastructure operator Adif

Oakland has activated 18 new speed cameras across the city as part of a broader effort to address speeding and improve traffic safety on local streets. The cameras are now operational, though drivers will not immediately receive citations. City officials have implemented a 60-day grace period during which warnings will be issued instead of fines, allowing motorists time to adjust to the new enforcement system. Mayor Barbara Lee is scheduled to outline additional details of the initi

A snow squall warning was issued for parts of the Chicago metropolitan area during the morning rush hour as drivers encountered rapidly worsening conditions marked by near whiteout visibility and sudden bursts of heavy snow. Visibility dropped sharply across several locations, creating hazardous travel conditions in a matter of minutes. Officials urged motorists to delay travel whenever possible as the fast-moving system swept through the region during peak commute hours. Weather auth

At least 22 people were killed and more than 30 others injured after a construction crane collapsed onto a passenger train in northeast Thailand on Wednesday morning, derailing multiple coaches and triggering a fire, local authorities said. The incident occurred during peak travel hours, turning a routine commute into one of the deadliest rail disasters the country has seen in recent years. Police officials confirmed that the accident took place at around 9:00 am local time in Nakho

A tragic road accident in the eastern Kazakhstan city of Oskemen has resulted in the death of an Indian student and left two others injured, according to confirmation from the Indian Embassy in the country. The incident involved a group of Indian medical students enrolled at Semey Medical University who were returning from an excursion to the Altai Mountains, a well-known destination in the region. The accident has deeply affected the Indian student community and raised renewed concerns over stu

Several northbound lanes of Interstate 55 were closed for hours Thursday morning in the southwest suburbs after a high-speed crash sent a vehicle crashing onto the interstate, killing one person and injuring another. The incident triggered widespread traffic disruptions during the peak rush hour commute and prompted authorities to urge motorists to avoid the area while an investigation was underway. The crash occurred at approximately 4:23 a.m. along Frontage Road near Taylor Road i

Residents across the Chicago metropolitan area awoke Monday morning to snow-covered roads, sharply colder temperatures and powerful winds following the rapid passage of a cold front through northeast Illinois overnight. Wind gusts climbed as high as 60 miles per hour in some locations, creating hazardous travel conditions and significantly reducing visibility during the morning commute. Weather officials issued a wind advisory for the entire Chicago area, while a winter weather advi

Two young women from Telangana’s Mahabubabad district lost their lives in a tragic road accident in the United States after the car they were travelling in plunged into a gorge along a mountainous stretch of road in California. The incident occurred at a sharp curve on Alabama Hills Road, a scenic but challenging route known for its winding terrain. The deaths have sent shockwaves through their hometowns in Telangana, where families and residents are struggling to come to terms with the sud

Five people were taken to area hospitals late Christmas night after a three-vehicle crash on Indian Head Highway in Accokeek, Maryland, according to officials from the Prince George’s County Fire and EMS Department. Firefighters said the injured individuals suffered serious but non-life-threatening injuries following the collision, which occurred along the 14250 block of the highway. Emergency crews were dispatched to the scene at approximately 11:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Christmas D