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PHILADELPHIA, PA — Drivers across Pennsylvania can expect increased police enforcement through April 26 as state and local agencies launch a coordinated crackdown on aggressive driving, targeting behaviors like speeding, …
Statewide Crackdown Targets Aggressive Drivers Through April 26 Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Traffic deaths in the United States declined sharply in 2025, reaching one of the lowest fatality rates ever recorded, according to federal safety officials.
U.S. Traffic Deaths Drop to Near-Record Low in 2025 Read More
OXFORD, PA — Targeted traffic enforcement patrols across Oxford Borough led to dozens of citations and warnings, along with a criminal arrest, police said.
Traffic Crackdown Nets Dozens of Violations in Oxford Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — A bipartisan bill introduced in the U.S. Senate aims to reduce deaths and injuries among first responders and roadside workers by requiring stronger safety planning, better data …
New Bill Targets Roadside Worker Deaths Across U.S. Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Drivers in Pennsylvania who use handheld phones behind the wheel will face fines starting June 5, as enforcement begins under a new distracted driving law. What This …
Put the Phone Down or Pay: Fines Begin in June Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Nearly $1 billion in federal funding is now available to help states and local communities improve road safety, expand emergency response capabilities, and reduce traffic-related deaths and …
$999M Safety Grants Aim to Cut Crashes, Speed Response Read More
NEWARK, DE — Motorists driving on Hillside Road in Newark will soon be monitored by the city’s first automated speed enforcement camera, part of a new program aimed at reducing …
Newark Launches Speed Camera Program on Hillside Road Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — As a powerful winter storm moves through the area, PennDOT has reduced speed limits and expanded vehicle restrictions across major highways in the five-county area, urging drivers …
Speed Limits Slashed as Storm Grips Philly Highways Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Illinois could lose $128 million in federal highway funding after a federal audit found that nearly one in five non-domiciled commercial driver’s licenses issued by the state …
USDOT Cracks Down on CDL Violations Nationwide Read More
What This Means for You Drivers have until February 28 to complete a five-minute traffic safety survey at pa.gov/dotsafety. PennDOT is investing more than $40 million in intersection upgrades, pedestrian …
PennDOT Opens Traffic Safety Survey, Announces $40M in Safety Investments Read More