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FMCSA proposes new rules to improve freight broker transparency

The FMCSA is proposing new rules to enhance transparency in freight broker transactions, aiming to give motor carriers better access to transaction records.
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Logs spread across I-75 after semi truck overturns

Logs covered the I-75 near Sadieville after a semi truck overturned, causing lengthy traffic disruptions as crews worked to clear the scene.
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Tragic multi-semi crash on Highway 77 halts traffic

A multi-semi collision on Highway 77 in Refugio County, Texas, led to a tragic fatality and halted southbound traffic for several hours.
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RV explosion at Blue Mountain Plaza damages trucks

An early morning RV explosion at Blue Mountain Service Plaza damaged several trucks but left truck drivers unharmed, highlighting the unpredictable dangers on the road.
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Semi driver falls asleep, causes multi-vehicle crash on I-10

A semi driver may have dozed off, causing a multi-vehicle crash on I-10 in Florida, but luckily no one was injured.
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Operation Safe Driver Week pulls over 11,000 vehicles

CVSA's Operation Safe Driver Week in July led to over 11,000 traffic stops across the U.S. and Canada, emphasizing the importance of reducing dangerous driving behaviors among truckers and passenger vehicle drivers.
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FMCSA's new rule targets CDLs with drug violations

The FMCSA's new rule mandates the automatic downgrade of CDLs for truckers with drug or alcohol violations, affecting nearly 180,000 professional drivers.
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Winter storm complicates travel for truckers on Interstate 5

A winter storm hitting Northern California and Oregon is causing challenging conditions for truckers traveling on Interstate 5 with heavy rain, snow, and wind.
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Trash issues threaten closure of I-40 truck parking area

A truck parking area on I-40 might close due to ongoing trash issues, leaving truckers in need of alternative sites.
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CHP alerts truckers on marijuana rules after inspection bust

The California Highway Patrol is reminding truckers of federal marijuana regulations following the discovery of the substance in a commercial vehicle during an inspection.
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Over half of Southern California trucks cited in inspections

A recent inspection in Fullerton, California, found more than half of the trucks checked had citations for issues like bad tires and brake problems.
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Tragic accident claims life in Brooklyn cargo-loading zone

A tragic accident in Brooklyn's cargo-loading zone resulted in the death of a 65-year-old man, after he fell from a box truck and was hit by a tractor-trailer that did not stop.
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FHWA unveils new rules to boost trucker safety

The FHWA introduces new regulations to improve safety on highways by enhancing road designs beneficial for truckers, acknowledging their essential role in the economy.
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Two trucks filled with tequila stolen in Texas heist

Two trucks carrying over 24,000 bottles of Santo Tequila, linked to a suspected double brokering heist, were stolen in Laredo, Texas, impacting holiday supplies and prompting a multi-agency investigation.
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Texas trucker indicted after tragic Arizona crash involving migrants

A Texas trucker was indicted after a serious crash on Interstate 10 in Arizona, which resulted in the death of a passenger and involved the transportation of undocumented migrants.
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Semi truck stuck under canopy causes road closure in Franklin

A semi truck got stuck under a gas station canopy in Franklin, Massachusetts, causing a road closure on Route 140 and requiring a crane for its removal.
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Fatal crash on I-10 involves three trucks, two cars

A crash involving three trucks and two cars on I-10 near the Arizona-California border took the life of one person and caused significant traffic disruptions.
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Semi swerves to avoid car, crashes off Idaho highway

A semi-truck crash off an Idaho highway resulted in the eastbound lanes of I84 being closed after the driver swerved to avoid a car that failed to yield.
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Semi truck rollover on I-84 spills apples, causes delays

A semi truck overturned on I-84 near Boise, spilling apples and causing traffic delays while the Idaho Department of Transportation handled the cleanup.
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Truckers face citations as storm routes remain closed

Truckers navigating around closures caused by Hurricane Helene at the Tennessee-North Carolina border are facing fines for straying onto non-truck routes, highlighting the challenges of finding safe paths during severe weather.
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