LA County sues State Farm for delays, denials of fire claims from survivors of 2025 wildfires
Ten months after Los Angeles County launched its investigation, hundreds of 2025 fire survivors' insurance...
Transportation
Transit agencies’ plans for LA 2028 Olympics coming up $2 billion short (so far)
How do LA Metro, Metrolink and other agencies pull off a transit-first 2028 Olympics in...
2 LaGuardia air traffic controllers left work an hour early before deadly crash, AP source says
The FAA is pursuing disciplinary action against the two controllers who left early.
Are more CHP officers needed on the highways?
Back in 1968, the state budgeted for 4,685 officers and is now budgeted for 7,629,...
Where do your tolls on the 91 Express Lanes go?
The 91 Express Lanes opened in 1995, built by a private group, the California Private...
How exactly will Malibu’s speed cameras catch those driving too fast — and when?
The coastal city is aiming to provide residents and drivers with information about how the...
California will soon start regulating tires
Starting in 2029, the state energy commission will set standards for more efficient replacement tires...
Here’s how car safety has improved over the years
From headlamps to backup cameras, here's a look at ever-evolving ways to keep us safe...
If your vehicle lacks insurance, the DMV will suspend the registration
"Owners may face fines, possible impoundment, and liability for damages or injuries they cause," a...
Sick of high gas prices? Ethanol blend fuel is lower-priced, but there’s a catch
There is cheaper fuel sold at most gas stations. But most cars can't use it....
Irvine’s new JOST Bicycle and Pedestrian Bridge raises riders over the 5 Freeway
The new pedestrian bridge is the city's largest, but a part of even bigger plans.
Track repairs prompt complaints over rip rap ahead of meetings on long-term solutions for trains, beaches
The boulders are being added to address recent damage from big surf, coming just ahead...
California announces new $3,500 rebates for electric vehicles. Here’s how to get one.
Program was funded by state lawmakers this summer in response to Trump cutting federal EV...
Lighting up freeways can save a lot of lives
"The width of our freeways necessitates median lights, as the full width of the freeway...
Santa Ana will ask state for OK to launch speed camera pilot
Santa Ana will ask California lawmakers to amend AB 645 so the city can join...
$43.9 million project finished adding bike lanes, undergrounding utilities 1 mile of Laguna Canyon Road
The effort is a first step toward more safety along that canyon roadway that city...
How cautious do drivers need to be of overhead power lines on freeways?
Signs along some freeways tell drivers the lines are there, but do drivers need to...
Nearly half of those killed on roadways weren’t wearing seat belts
Officer Tyler Yonezawa, out of the California Highway Patrol's Westminster office, said seat belts make...
Trump announces a $22.5B makeover of Dulles airport that will eliminate the ‘people movers’
Dulles is one of three airports that serves the Washington region.
Ferry companies pursue LA28 Olympics water taxi between Long Beach, San Pedro
LA Metro has several ferry companies interested in starting a water taxi between Long Beach...
White House wants veterans to replace immigrant truckers who lost their licenses in crackdown
Tens of thousands of immigrant drivers have lost their licenses this year.
Why are some freeway overpasses fancy and others are not?
Honk gets his kicks on the 10 Freeway through the Coachella Valley when he sees...
Next stop, Trump Station? Administration wants to rename New York’s Penn Station
Penn Station is named after the Pennsylvania Railroad, which built the midtown Manhattan station.
Wreckage found of Pan Am plane crash that helped lead to today’s safety briefings on every flight
The location was found 74 years after 52 people perished in the crash.
Road deaths have declined globally since 1990 except in poorer countries, study finds
Global and U.S. road deaths are declining, though traffic crashes remain a concern.
13 carmakers sign up for California EV rebate initiative
The MyFirstEV program is poised to offer $3,500 discounts on new electric vehicles and $1,750...
Yes, you can cross those single, solid white lines on the freeway
Those sold lines are often to discourage lane-changing — but not outlaw it.
US investigators lead probe into Ryanair flight where man was partly sucked out of broken window
International aviation rules allow Greece’s safety authority to hand the investigation to the NTSB.
Trump’s pick to lead TSA calls private airport screening program ‘pro-worker,’ vows to help workers
TSA nominee David Cummins defends private airport screening at his Senate confirmation.
Fellow passengers pull back man partly sucked out of broken window on a flight from Greece
A Ryanair passenger was hospitalized after a window dislodged during a Friday flight.
Be careful when paying for your vehicle registration online — look for ‘gov’
It can be easy to slide onto a website that might appear to be the...
Fullerton’s historic airport gets a digital upgrade
Operating since 1927, the airport is a self-service hub for smaller aircraft and houses several...
US airlines’ monthly fuel spending topped $6 billion again in May, up 84% from year ago
Fuel prices have eased since a U.S.-Iran ceasefire, but tensions remain.
Drivers shun premium gas in favor of regular as prices bite
Between June 22nd and June 25th, daily sales of premium gasoline were down nearly 5%...
Millions in funding from 405 Freeway Express Lanes to be reinvested in local roads
The OCTA Board of Directors set its policy plan for spending the millions in excess...
What does ‘apportioned’ mean on a license plate?
Those vehicles are in the International Registration Plan, which all states in the Lower 48...
‘Tear the whole building down’: Neighbors urge closing fire-gutted Boyle Heights warehouse
The rally follows a massive at the warehouse that burned for more than a week,...
LAX: July 4th holiday to bring 2 million passengers through airport
Airport officials recommended arriving at least two hours before domestic flights and three hours before...
When will California’s leg of Route 66 be fully drivable again?
Work is being done to repair some bridges and nearby roads, which has portions of...
A vehicle’s weight could play into potential road charge that would replace gas tax
Don't expect a quick decision.
Sepulveda Boulevard lane closures to begin for LAX pedestrian bridge work
Overnight closures for construction of the bridge are coming in the month of July.
CHP is catching solo drivers illegally using carpool lanes, here’s how
Scofflaws are often caught, CHP Officer Ivan Sandoval said, however, you don’t often see the...
When is it time to stop driving? How to manage the difficult conversation about aging drivers
Sometimes it involves a family member's stealthy call to the DMV.
World Cup 2026: The excitement is real, and so are the distances
Inglewood both isn't and is Los Angeles. Ditto with wherever in SoCal we live. Neighbors...
Can you report a vehicle’s expired registration tag to the authorities?
The DMV can tell already who is delinquent, via their database, and hits them up...
Why is there a yellow border on some traffic signals?
They are quite noticeable -- and that is the point.
NTSB says fiery 2024 North Dakota derailment proves the need to replace flawed tank cars
The NTSB said the workhorse DOT-111 tank cars are long overdue for replacement.
If the ‘slow lane’ on a freeway is closed, can semi trucks use all the other lanes?
A reader from Grand Terrace asks about freeway restrictions. Columnist Amy Bentley has the answers.
US carriers spent $6.5B on fuel in April; global profit forecast is cut nearly in half
Global energy costs climbed as the conflict in the Middle East squeezes global oil supplies.
A reader points out that a 405 Freeway sign is in a curious place
A sign telling freeway motorists to take the next exit to get to a state...
American Airlines cutting four LAX routes and one to ONT this summer due to fuel costs
Customers holding tickets on the affected routes will be offered alternative flights or refunds, the...
Amtrak Pacific Surfliner adds trains, urges early reservations for LA World Cup
Beginning June 11 and continuing through July 19, all Pacific Surfliner passengers will be required...
Temecula’s ‘smart freeway’ project launches to attack 15 Freeway traffic
The effort involving sensors and ramp meters at three on-ramps hopes to improve conditions in...
Here’s how California changed the nation’s handling of hazardous materials
Here's the sad story of why the fire diamond hazmat sign was created.
Tesla reveals its Texas robotaxi fleet is dwarfed by Waymo’s
Tesla Inc. has just 42 vehicles operating as robotaxis in Texas almost a year after...
Waymo to deploy robotaxi built with Zeekr to expand public rides
Alphabet Inc.’s Waymo unit will deploy a new autonomous vehicle designed specifically for robotaxi use,...
Cameras on express lanes and toll roads don’t look for expired registration tags
Tollways use cameras to help ensure tolls are collected -- not to police people with...
What’s required when renewing your driver’s license if you’re over 70?
In October 2024, rules for renewing a license for those 70 and older changed, writes...
AI-powered cameras will be watching 10 Freeway toll lanes in San Bernardino County
The four-month pilot program will be looking out for cheaters using the HOV 3+ lanes...
Have you ever had trouble seeing freeway lane markings? ‘Oreo’ and ‘Tiger’ striping meant to help
Caltrans uses various strategies to make the striping stand out.
TSA now says air travelers can bring medical marijuana on flights
TSA update allows medical marijuana stowed in their carry-on and checked bags.
Southern California Memorial Day weekend travel is set to beat pre-COVID level
Of those traveling, the vast majority — 2.9 million — are expected to drive to...
Ridership drop, service cuts plague Metrolink as it struggles to define its future
The regional train network faces uncertainty at a time when an influx of passengers is...
Those with expired registration tags will likely end up paying a penalty
Few likely get away with expired tags in the long haul.
California unveils a $1 billion rebate program for electric trucks
Rebates as high as $120,000 per truck will be available; but some criticize the effort...
NTSB urges airlines to train their pilots to deal with smoke in the cockpit
NTSB said the FAA doesn't require airlines to conduct realistic smoke-in-cockpit simulations.
Man killed by Frontier plane at Denver airport died by suicide, medical examiner says
Pedestrian killed in crash at DIA identified as Michael Mott, 41.
As Route 66 turns 100, the ‘Mother Road’ still inspires nostalgia
You’ll pass through thriving towns and ghost towns through the California leg of the road,...
More overnight closures for 605 Freeway between Cerritos and Irwindale
The work is part of the $260 million Super 605 corridor project to rehabilitate the...
CHP probes complaints that Hemet Unified is working bus drivers to exhaustion
Whistleblowers allege that students and bus drivers are potentially at risk because the drivers are...
How cars, trucks and motorcycles should navigate bus-bike lanes at intersections
And cyclists, bus drivers, walkers and the motoring public need to have a head on...
First eyed 6 decades ago, history-making D-Line subway opens first leg Friday
The "little train that could" is opening under Wilshire Boulevard after 12 years of construction....
More 605 Freeway paving work closures between Cerritos, Irwindale
Between Monday night and Saturday morning, closures of the 605 Freeway will start as early...
Spirit Airlines shuts down as company says it can’t keep up with higher oil prices
The impish upstart that shook the industry with its irreverent ads and deep discount fares...
There’s more than meets the eye to the ‘Van Accessible’ crosshatches
They let others pass through the parking lot with some ease.
Union Pacific argues for its $85B acquisition of Norfolk Southern in new railroad merger application
The U.S. Surface Transportation Board rejected Union Pacific's initial application as incomplete in January.
Airline pilot approaching San Diego airport reports seeing drone, but doesn’t strike it
United Airlines clarified earlier reports that the Boeing 737 struck the drone on approach to...
Without tariffs, A (Gold) Line extension to Claremont attracts multiple bidders for construction contract
As the largest light-rail line in the country attempts to grow even longer, there's great...
Why do carpool lanes have different markings in different counties?
The lines on the lanes are painted to help with traffic flow, a Caltrans spokesperson...
Route 66 is celebrating 100 years of history in 2026
'The Mother Road' stretches from Chicago to Santa Monica and a big stretch winds through...
Some carpool lanes let solo drivers in at certain times
Keep an eye on the freeway signs.
School buses should all have alcohol tests to avoid drunken driving, NTSB recommends
NTSB urges all new school buses be equipped with alcohol detection systems.
Two Southwest Airlines planes came dangerously close in Nashville and had to take evasive action
Both Southwest pilots told the tower that they received alarms from their collision avoidance systems.
$13 train fare spikes to $150 for World Cup fans attending matches in New Jersey
Taking public transit to matches in Boston’s suburbs will also be costly.
UPS plane aborts landing in Louisville after small plane crosses its runway in latest close call
It was the same airport where a UPS plane crashed in November.
‘Van Accessible’ doesn’t mean cars can’t park there with proper placard
Those spots just offer extra elbow room for those needing it.
New York loses nearly $74 million for not revoking 33,000 illegal licenses for immigrant truckers
NY says they follow federal law and previous audits back their licensing practices.
Last call in Orange County for freeway call boxes
With the decline in usage and the availability of the 5-1-1, the OCTA board gave...
Do out-of-state semitrucks pay California licensing fees?
An Amazon warehouse in the Inland Empire has trucks registered in Indiana and a reader...
Miners and freighters were key to the creation of Southern California’s earliest roads
Many of those early passes are now freeways, writes Mark Landis.
A stairway to nowhere? Caltrans say it provides a purpose
They do seem like the kind of fancy stairs that you might find in front...
Bridge work to close connections between 405 and 55 in Costa Mesa during multiple nights
Affected April 14, 15 and 16 will be the connectors from southbound I-405 to northbound...
Delta joins the growing list of US airlines raising checked bag fees as jet fuel costs soar
United Airlines and JetBlue also raised fees last week.
Overnight 405 Freeway lane closures through Sepulveda Pass continue in April
The lane and ramp closures between Van Nuys and Westwood continue through the middle of...
Can others have virtually the same personalized license plate as me?
The license-plate sequence, under California law, must meet guidelines, which include no sexual, violence, gang,...
JetBlue raises its checked bag fees by as much as $9 as the Iran war affects fuel costs
The first checked bag now costs $39, up from $35, for most domestic economy passengers.
Systems that let drivers take their hands off the wheel don’t improve safety, NTSB head says
It follows investigations into two fatal crashes involving Ford’s Blue Cruise system.
Airport bottlenecks ease as TSA workers get paid, but shutdown continues
After weeks of airport chaos, there was finally optimism for the beleaguered aviation system.
TSA pay may be coming, but airport delays could persist and ICE agents may not leave soon
Trump’s executive order on Friday instructed the Department of Homeland Security to pay TSA officers...
Anaheim Transportation Network’s shutdown leaves resort interests bridging a transit gap
The last day of the transportation network's more-than 30-year run will be March 31.