Fatalities

Advocates Urge Stronger Legislation to Stem Rising Roadway Fatalities, Emphasize Role of Technology and State Action

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WASHINGTON — Safety on America’s roads has become a pressing issue, prompting calls for tougher legislation and improvements in vehicle safety technology. During a recent roundtable hosted by Nationwide, experts, including Cathy Chase, president of Advocates for Highway and Auto Safety, emphasized the urgent need for legislative action to enhance roadway safety. Chase highlighted the alarming statistic of approximately 40,000 fatalities annually on U.S. roads as a clear indication of the necessity for reform at both the national and state levels. Chase advocated for the U.S. Congress to direct the Department of Transportation to implement … Read more

Missouri’s Lax Helmet Laws Lead to Spike in Motorcycle Fatalities

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Columbia, Missouri – Four years after Missouri relaxed its motorcycle helmet laws, concerns mount as the state anticipates new statistics following another summer of increased helmetless riding. In 2020, legislators amended state laws allowing motorcyclists over the age of 26 and holding health insurance to ride without helmets. This decision has coincided with rising motorcycle fatalities and injuries, emphasizing ongoing debates about road safety and personal freedom. Missouri’s experience reflects a broader national context where helmet mandates vary significantly. Across the United States, seventeen states alongside Washington DC enforce universal helmet laws. Conversely, other states … Read more

Kamala Harris Champions Gun Violence Prevention as Red States Face High Fatalities

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Washington, D.C. – In the wake of a catastrophic school shooting in Georgia last month, national attention has pivoted towards sharper focus on gun violence and prevention measures – issues where political divisions are apparent and various outcomes strikingly different across state lines. This tragedy, deemed the deadliest school shooting in Georgia’s history, has intensified debates over how legislative responses can mitigate such violence. Residents of predominantly Republican states face a significantly higher likelihood of falling victim to gun-related deaths compared to those in Democratic states. This stark disparity is highlighted by statistics showing that … Read more

Tragic Highway 94 Incident: Two Fatalities and One Injured as Van Strikes Pole in Spring Valley

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SPRING VALLEY, CA – A tragic accident on Highway 94 in Spring Valley resulted in the deaths of two individuals and left another injured Saturday evening when their van collided with a light pole. Authorities report that the incident occurred shortly before 8 p.m. The California Highway Patrol indicated that for reasons still under investigation, the van veered off the roadway and made impact with the pole at a high speed. Emergency crews responded promptly, but despite their efforts, two occupants were pronounced dead at the scene. The third passenger sustained injuries and was transported … Read more