• Thu, June 12, 2025

by: KPLC

Gov. Landry announces new leadership at the Department of Transportation and Development

Governor Jeff Landry has announced changes to the leadership at the Department of Transportation and Development.

by: legit

Trump moves to block California electric cars program

US President Donald Trump on Thursday signed resolutions blocking California's landmark efforts to phase out gas-powered cars in favor of electric vehicles, a move the state immediately contested in court.

by: Observer

This NYC Startup Turns Air Into Gasoline to Decarbonize Cars that Won't Go Electric

NYC startup Aircela develops carbon-neutral gasoline from air to help reduce emissions in hard-to-electrify sectors.

by: KTVI

New controversy facing the St. Louis Sheriff

The St. Louis Department of Public Safety is alleging the Sheriff's Office failed to transport about a half dozen inmates emergency trips to the hospital in the past week.

by: Reuters

US transport chief wants at least $20 billion initial air traffic control reform effort

U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said Thursday he would like to see lawmakers approve at least $20 billion in initial funding for air traffic control modernization in a tax and budget bill.

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How Vehicle Insurance Supports Road Safety Policies

Due to increasing vehicles, road network expansion, and faster average speeds, accident rates have increased worldwide.

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Chinese national pleads guilty to transporting guns for North Korea

Shenghua Wen, 42, of Ontario, California, concealed the weapons inside shipping containers that left the Port of Long Beach.

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This Car Show Honors Teacher of Today's Top Automotive Designers

Bill Robinson died three years ago at age 96 after designing Chryslers and Packards, then teaching transportation design for 22 years.

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MoDOT wants public input for Long-Range Transportation Plans

Missouri citizens can let the Department of Transportation know what they think should be a priority for MoDOT.

by: WLKY

Deadline for JCPS parents to request bus transportation for child this Friday

Friday will be the last day for JCPS parents to submit the transportation verification form for the 2025-26 school year.
  • Fri, June 13, 2025

by: WSFA

Montgomery MPO releases plan to improve transportation safety in tri-county area

The comprehensive plan outlines 99 proposed projects designed to reduce traffic crashes and improve pedestrian safety in Montgomery, Autauga, and Elmore Counties.

by: PBS

WATCH: Trump signs congressional resolution blocking California's vehicle emissions rules

The state quickly announced it was challenging the move in court, with California's attorney general holding a news conference to discuss the lawsuit before Trump's signing ceremony ended at the White House.

by: legit

Fuel scarcity looms as Marketers and transporters reject N12,500 truck levy

The Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) and transport unions under NARTO have rejected the N12,500 E-Call Up levy on trucks.

by: Carscoops

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Governor Gavin Newsom says the resolutions are illegal

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Parents! JCPS Transportation Form deadline is today!

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TechCrunch Mobility: The cost of Waymo | TechCrunch

Welcome back to TechCrunch Mobility your central hub for news and insights on the future of transportation.

by: KCBD

Angel Flight looks to help provide free air transportation for those needing specialized medical treatment

Scott Gloyna is a board member for Angel Flight South Central. He says without Angel Flight, many patients would not get the treatment they desperately need to survive.

by: Star

Kelley Wolf Transported to Hospital After Making 'Concerning Comments' Amid Divorce From Scott Wolf

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by: OPB

Oregon Democrats' transportation funding bill could raise $2B per year, analysis shows

A transportation funding proposal by Oregon Democrats would bring in more than $1.8 billion per year in fiscal year 2029 and more than $2 billion annually by 2034 according to a revenue analysis circulating in the Capitol.

by: Oregonian

Tax hikes in proposed Oregon transportation package would eventually raise more than $2 billion per year, new report says

The new revenue would come from more than a dozen tax and fee hikes.

by: WCJB

Gainesville transportation leaders changing downtown parking policy again after backlash

Gainesville's director of transportation sent commissioners a memo listing nine changes members of his department are making to parking in downtown

by: Frontstretch

2025 IndyCar Bommarito Automotive Group 500 Preview

This is the first-ever scheduled primetime network IndyCar race on a Sunday night.

by: ThePrint

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by: WGAL

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by: Patch

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Hazmat cleanup is happening now and is expected to take a few hours.

by: ThePrint

Maharashtra transport chief asks officials not to act against vehicles fitted with cycle carriers

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by: OPB

Opponents of Oregon Democrats' transportation bill are already raising money to send it to voters

Former state Sen. Brian Boquist filed a political committee to fight the bill last week.

by: WGAL

Auto shop fire sends person to hospital

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  • Sat, June 14, 2025

by: WSMV

New rules approved for party vehicles in Nashville

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by: WMUR

Majority of New Hampshire state roads in good, fair condition, DOT data show

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by: NDTV

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by: KTTV

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New Albany announced Monday that it has reached an agreement with firefighters on a new three-year labor contract.

by: Parade

Tom Selleck's Easy Tuna Melt Is My New Favorite Tuna Sandwich

You'll want to make this one again and again.

by: 13abc

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On June 5, ProMedica Russell J. Ebeid Children's Hospital cut the ribbon on its new Neonatal Intensive Care Unit transport ambulance

by: Newsweek

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Ducati, a brand known for road-going, premium thrillers, is launching a dirt bike.

by: BBC

Spending review: New rail money for Wales could be coming down the line

Rail cash could be en-route to Wales next week, but rail money that's not will keep causing a row.

by: People

The New Sauces and Spreads in Grocery Stores in 2025

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by: ThePrint

Calcutta HC grants bail to 2 under trial for murder on the ground of right to life under Article 21

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by: PBS

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The Best New Dairy Products in Grocery Stores This Year

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New Rotherham park and ride site opens

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by: ThePrint

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by: BBC

Arsenal news: Gabriel on signing new contract to 2029

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by: BBC

Is Wales on track for new rail money? It might be

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The Best New Frozen Desserts in Grocery Stores in 2025

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Gov. Landry announces new leadership at the Department of Transportation and Development

Governor Jeff Landry has announced changes to the leadership at the Department of Transportation and Development.
On June 12, 2025, Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry announced the appointment of new leadership for the Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD). Dr. Eric Kalivoda, who has served as the secretary of DOTD since 2016, will be succeeded by Chad Winchester, the current deputy secretary. Governor Landry praised Dr. Kalivoda's dedication and contributions to the state's infrastructure over his tenure. Chad Winchester, who has been with DOTD since 2003 and has held various leadership roles within the department, expressed his commitment to continuing the progress made under Dr. Kalivoda's leadership and to further enhancing Louisiana's transportation systems.

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