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Truck Accident Forces Extended Closure of I-95 Northbound in Philadelphia

Originally Published 1 year ago — by WPVI-TV

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A truck hitting an overhead Conrail bridge in Philadelphia's Port Richmond section has led to the closure of a portion of Interstate 95 northbound for several days, causing significant traffic disruptions and impacting rail service. Drivers are advised to avoid the closure areas and expect significant backups on I-95, with detours in place for affected ramps. Additionally, Atlantic City Rail Line service has been suspended between Philadelphia's 30th Street Station and Cherry Hill, New Jersey.

Fatal Accident Shuts Down Westbound 91 Freeway in Yorba Linda

Originally Published 1 year ago — by KABC-TV

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Several lanes of the westbound 91 Freeway in Yorba Linda were closed for hours after a person was struck and killed in a traffic accident at Gypsum Canyon Road. The incident caused significant traffic delays, with all lanes except for the FasTrak lanes being shut down, but they were reopened by 7:20 a.m.

"Interstate 676 Westbound Partially Shut Down by Public Demonstration in Center City, Philadelphia"

Originally Published 1 year ago — by WPVI-TV

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A large demonstration by the Party of Socialism and Liberation temporarily shut down parts of Interstate 676 westbound in Center City, leading to dozens of arrests. Roughly 350 members rushed onto the highway, blocking traffic for about two hours before most peacefully left to walk through Center City. State police arrested 30 members who continued to block the highway, while Philadelphia police confirmed at least two additional arrests and citations.

"Multiple Crashes Close I-93 in New Hampshire Amid Severe Weather"

Originally Published 1 year ago — by WMUR Manchester

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Interstate 93 south in Thornton, New Hampshire, has reopened after being closed at Exit 29 due to multiple crashes, including one involving a down streetlight across the travel lane. The road reopened at 5:15 p.m. on Saturday, with no reported injuries. Authorities advise staying calm and calling 911 in case of outages or encountering trees and wires down due to the weather.

M25 Roadworks Progress as Scheduled

Originally Published 1 year ago — by BBC.com

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A five-mile stretch of the M25 in Surrey has been closed in both directions between junctions 10 and 11 to allow for roadworks, causing significant congestion and miles of tailbacks for drivers. The closures, described as "unprecedented," began at 21:00 GMT on Friday and are expected to last until 06:00 on Monday, prompting drivers to use detour routes and avoid seeking alternative paths.

"NYC Task Force Targets Ghost Cars with Obstructed License Plates"

Originally Published 1 year ago — by WABC-TV

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New York lawmakers have launched a multi-agency task force to crack down on "ghost cars" with fake or altered license plates that evade tolls and traffic violations. The task force aims to identify and remove these untraceable vehicles, which are often unregistered, uninsured, or stolen. In a recent operation, 73 cars were impounded, 282 summonses were issued, and eight individuals were arrested. Gov. Kathy Hochul and Mayor Eric Adams emphasized the urgency of this crackdown as congestion pricing approaches, and they are calling for additional legislative protections to swiftly remove elusive vehicles from the roads.

Fatal Hit-and-Run Crash in Canoga Park Linked to Suspected Street Racing

Originally Published 1 year ago — by KABC-TV

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A street racing crash in Canoga Park resulted in one fatality after one driver rear-ended another and fled the scene. The collision occurred during a street race, causing one driver to lose control and crash into a pole, resulting in a fatal outcome. The hit-and-run driver is currently being sought by authorities, and the victim has not been identified.

"Upcoming 110 Freeway Closures in Downtown LA for Pedestrian Bridge Demolition"

Originally Published 1 year ago — by KABC-TV

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The 110 Freeway near downtown Los Angeles will be closed in both directions this weekend to demolish the 21st Street pedestrian bridge, impacting traffic from the 10 Freeway to Exposition Boulevard. The closure will occur from 11 p.m. Friday through 7 a.m. Saturday for the southbound lanes and from 11 p.m. Saturday through 8 a.m. Sunday for the entire freeway. Detours will be in place, and motorists are advised to use public transit, plan for delays, or find alternate routes.