Traffic fatality numbers rise in Winston-Salem
The number of traffic-related fatalities in Winston-Salem has risen by nearly 25% from August of last year.
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Trump, Citing Death Of Colts Player, Says Democrats Must 'Get Tough' On Immigration
In a tweet, the president called the death of Indianapolis Colt linebacker Edwin Jackson, caused by a suspected drunken driver who is in the U.S. illegally, a "preventable" tragedy.
Study Finds 20 Percent Of Children In Fatal Car Crashes Were Improperly Restrained
A review of child deaths after fatal car crashes found wide variations by state and region, and suggests state authorities could radically decrease child deaths by changing traffic safety laws.
Drivers Beware: Crash Rate Spikes With Every Hour Of Lost Sleep
An analysis of car accidents found that drivers who slept only five or six hours in the previous 24 had nearly twice the accident rate of drivers who slept a full seven hours or more.
Human Errors Drive Growing Death Toll In Auto Crashes
Last year, Americans logged more than 3.1 trillion miles and 35,092 people died on the nation's roadways. Now, there's a plan to eliminate traffic fatalities within 30 years.
Most Nighttime Crashes With Teen Drivers Happen Before Midnight
Nighttime driving restrictions on teens may save lives, a study finds, but should probably be shifted to include late evening. A third of all fatal crashes with teen drivers happen after dark.
New York Wants To Know: Have You Been Texting And Driving?
A bill in New York would allow police to examine drivers' phones to see whether they were using the device at the time of an accident. But critics are worried about privacy implications.
Booze It & Lose It Out In Force This Weekend
As people get ready to celebrate Saint Patrick's Day this weekend---the state is launching its Booze It and Lose It campaign.