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Friday, May 24 2013 12:36 AM EDT2013-05-24 04:36:01 GMT
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The Washington State Patrol confirms the Interstate 5 bridge collapsed into the Skagit River on Thursday night, sending vehicles and their occupants into the water below.
The Washington State Patrol confirms the Interstate 5 bridge collapsed into the Skagit River on Thursday night, sending vehicles and their occupants into the water below.
Thursday, May 16 2013 8:58 AM EDT2013-05-16 12:58:09 GMT
Gas prices are up nearly a quarter from a week ago in the Twin Cities, with prices hitting $4.19 per gallon at stations in Minneapolis, St. Paul and the suburbs. The Twin Cities average is $3.97.
Gas prices are up nearly a quarter from a week ago in the Twin Cities, with prices hitting $4.19 per gallon at stations in Minneapolis, St. Paul and the suburbs. The Twin Cities average is $3.97.
Tuesday, May 14 2013 10:27 PM EDT2013-05-15 02:27:20 GMT
The National Transportation Safety Board wants states to cut their threshold for drunken driving by nearly half, from the legal limit from the current .08 to .05 or lower.
The National Transportation Safety Board wants states to cut their threshold for drunken driving by nearly half. Cutting the legal limit from the current .08 to .05 or lower would match a standard that has substantially reduced highway deaths in other countries.
Monday, May 13 2013 1:21 PM EDT2013-05-13 17:21:08 GMT
Teens who reported texting while driving were more likely to engage in other risky driving behaviors like driving under the influence of alcohol and not wearing a seat belt.
Teens who reported texting while driving were more likely to engage in other risky driving behaviors like driving under the influence of alcohol and not wearing a seat belt, according to new research released Monday by the journal Pediatrics.
Thursday, May 9 2013 3:06 PM EDT2013-05-09 19:06:57 GMT
The Minnesota State Patrol is hoping a social media shaming of drivers arrested for DWI during the fishing opener weekend will help prevent drunk driving.
The Minnesota State Patrol is hoping a social media shaming of drivers arrested for DWI during the fishing opener weekend will help prevent drunk driving.
Tuesday, May 7 2013 11:06 AM EDT2013-05-07 15:06:26 GMT
The fatal limousine fire that killed a newlywed bride and her four friends in California has many Minnesotans wondering whether those luxurious vehicles are safe.
The fatal limousine fire that killed a newlywed bride and her four friends in California has many Minnesotans wondering whether those luxurious vehicles are safe.
Monday, May 6 2013 8:31 AM EDT2013-05-06 12:31:29 GMT
Minneapolis drivers will see delays and detours starting Monday, May 6 on I-94 and I-35W as part of the Park and Portland Avenue bridges reconstruction project.
Minneapolis drivers will see delays and detours starting Monday, May 6 on I-94 and I-35W as part of the Park and Portland Avenue bridges reconstruction project.
Monday, May 6 2013 7:39 AM EDT2013-05-06 11:39:26 GMT
Now that the forecast is finally friendly to being outside, many Minnesotans are getting back on their bicycles -- and lawmakers are trying to make sure that they can share the roads safely.
Now that the forecast is finally friendly to being outside, many Minnesotans are getting back on their bicycles -- and lawmakers are trying to make sure that they can share the roads safely across the state.
Thursday, May 2 2013 11:54 PM EDT2013-05-03 03:54:44 GMT
Minneapolis parents are voicing new concerns over the public high schools' switch from yellow school buses to Metro Transit, especially because the Go-To Pass program will expand this fall.
Minneapolis parents are voicing new concerns over the public high schools' switch from yellow school buses to Metro Transit, especially because the Go-To Pass program will expand to two more schools this fall.
Thursday, May 2 2013 9:38 PM EDT2013-05-03 01:38:10 GMT
A 19-year-old girl from rural Isanti was air lifted to HCMC in critical condition after she was struck by a train while walking near the tracks on Wednesday.
A 19-year-old girl from rural Isanti was air lifted to HCMC in critical condition after she was struck by a train while walking near the tracks on Wednesday.
Wednesday, May 1 2013 12:47 AM EDT2013-05-01 04:47:23 GMT
Many Minnesotans are bringing their bicycles out of storage -- but a long and weary winter can leave some riders stranded as tires and parts fail. Soon, they'll have a go-to spot for quick fixes on the go.
Many Minnesotans are bringing their bicycles out of storage -- but a long and weary winter can leave some riders stranded as tires and parts fail. Soon, they'll have a go-to spot for quick fixes on the go.
Tuesday, April 30 2013 12:36 PM EDT2013-04-30 16:36:47 GMT
The Minneapolis City Council's transportation and public works committee on Tuesday authorized the negotiation of a two-year agreement with Car2Go to launch a citywide car sharing pilot program.
The Minneapolis City Council's transportation and public works committee on Tuesday authorized the negotiation of a two-year agreement with Car2Go to launch a citywide car sharing pilot program.
Monday, April 29 2013 5:47 PM EDT2013-04-29 21:47:25 GMT
A decade ago, the Minnesota Department of Transportation introduced the "zipper merge" to encourage traffic flow in construction zones, but the term continues to baffle motorists.
A decade ago, the Minnesota Department of Transportation introduced the "zipper merge" to encourage traffic flow in construction zones, but the term continues to baffle motorists.
Wednesday, April 24 2013 11:39 AM EDT2013-04-24 15:39:54 GMT
Many car models boast GPS navigation, satellite radios -- even the Internet, but new guidelines are asking automakers to prevent perks from becoming distractions.
Power locks and air conditioning used to be the finest upgrades you'd find in a car. Now, many models boast GPS navigation, satellite radios -- even the Internet, but new guidelines are asking automakers to prevent perks from becoming distractions.
Monday, April 22 2013 1:39 PM EDT2013-04-22 17:39:10 GMT
Metro Transit purchased 71,000 kilowatt-hours of wind-generated electricity to allow the Hiawatha light rail trains to be powered by solely wind energy in honor of Earth Day.
Metro Transit purchased 71,000 kilowatt-hours of wind-generated electricity to allow the Hiawatha light rail trains to be powered by solely wind energy in honor of Earth Day.
Wednesday, April 17 2013 11:50 AM EDT2013-04-17 15:50:41 GMT
Metro Transit is looking to hire 100 people with good driving records to fill open bus driver positions.
Metro Transit is looking to hire 100 people with good driving records to fill open bus driver positions. All part-time weekday drivers are guaranteed 30 hours of work per week at a starting wage of $17.27 per hour with benefits.
