Icy Mist Causes Massive Traffic Jams In North Carolina Mountains
Light rain and mist and temperatures below freezing turned New Year's Eve into an icy mess across much of the North Carolina mountains.
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Big Travel Boom Expected This Fourth Of July Weekend
AAA says cheaper gas is one of the driving forces behind an expected increase in travelers this holiday weekend. Nearly 45 million Americans are expected to travel 50 miles or more from home.
Major Highway Closed Temporarily In Winston-Salem
A major roadway in Winston-Salem is closed due to an accident.
U.S. Highway 421 northbound near the 5th Street exit will likely be closed for several hours.
The Road Less Traveled? Not Since Waze Came To Los Angeles
The traffic app Waze re-routes drivers from busy, clogged streets to areas with less traffic. But that means some once-quiet neighborhoods in Los Angeles are beginning to see traffic jams.
Bus, Duck Boat Crash In Seattle Leaves 4 Dead, Several Injured
The accident occurred on the city's Aurora Bridge late Thursday morning on the West Coast.
Traffic Takes A Tremendous Global Toll, But Cheap Fixes Can Save Lives
It's a global issue, and deaths are often high in the developing world. A new report looks at inexpensive ways to cut down on fatalities.
Why Ants Handle Traffic Better Than You Do
Ants don't show road rage. In fact, some research shows they rarely get into traffic jams and are able to maintain a steady speed even as their numbers swell. Can physics explain it?
The Tech Behind Traffic Apps: How (Well) Do They Work?
A host of apps aim to take the guesswork out of navigating traffic. We put their accuracy to the test in a daily commute. As varied as the options are, the future of mobile GPS may be more precise.
When You Gotta Go: Manila Police Asked To Use Diapers During Pope's Visit
The city's "traffic enforcers" will be on duty for up to 24 hours at a stretch during the pontiff's visit, with no time to run to the toilet.
Thousands Of Motorists Stranded By Snow In French Alps
People have been unable to move for two days due to heavy snow and ice on the road to and from major ski resorts in the Savoie region.