The federal environmental impact statement (FEIS) brings the Virginia Avenue Tunnel project one step closer to construction, according to the Washington Post. Opponents within the state are discontent since their safety concerns are reportedly being glossed over by CSX and FEIS. A recent report released by CSX states that millions of gallons of crude oil…
In a precautionary move, Honda, Mazda, and Nissan are recalling a total of 3 million cars worldwide due to faulty passenger seat and driver seat airbags. It is among the top 5 biggest recalls in the industry’s history. According to CBC news, the vehicles recalled range from anything manufactured between 2000 and 2005, depending on…
After a recent oil train derailment in Lynchburg, Virginia, resulting in several tanker cars falling into the James River, US Transportation Secretary Anthony Foxx ordered rail companies to provide details of oil train routes to state emergency officials. The purpose of this policy is to prevent further such incidents from occurring, and to be prepared…
A former volunteer at the Pittsburgh Veteran’s Affairs (VA) hospital tried to sue the government because he contracted Legionnaire’s disease, a severe form of pneumonia, during an unreported outbreak. According to the federal government, however, he can’t sue. As a volunteer, he is technically considered an “employee,” despite the fact that he may not be…
Since the crash between a biker and an SUV on the Berkley Bridge pedestrian pathway two days ago, stronger safety measures have been Instituted, The Virginian-Pilot reports. After an investigation by the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT), the department pushed forward to incorporate additional safety policies. VDOT has instructed bridge tenders to not use their…