Baltimore Files Legal Claims Against Cargo Ship Owners for Bridge Collapse
The City of Baltimore is holding the owner and manager of the cargo ship responsible for the tragic collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge last month.
New Yorkers Say No to $15 Manhattan Congestion Toll
A recent poll by Siena College reveals that a majority of New Yorkers are not in favor of a proposed $15 congestion toll for entering Midtown Manhattan.
March Performance Reflects Continued Challenges for Freight Industry
In March, the freight sector didn't quite hit the usual spring upswing, with the Cass Freight Index reporting that both shipments and expenditures mostly mirrored February's figures, falling short of typical seasonal patterns.
Tragic Incident at Brenham DPS Office Highlights Security Needs in Licensing Facilities
For those of us in the transportation and logistics industry, the recent tragic incident in Brenham, Texas, where a man drove a stolen 18-wheeler into a Department of Public Safety (DPS) office, serves as a stark reminder of the critical importance of security and mental health support in our field.
The Fallout from Baltimore's Key Bridge Collapse Leaves Implications for Dockworkers
Last month, a major incident occurred when Baltimore's Key Bridge, a crucial artery for transit and shipping, was struck by a cargo ship and collapsed.
Taking a Look at Recent Layoffs in the Freight and Logistics Industry
Over the past few weeks, the freight and logistics industry has witnessed significant layoffs across several states including Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Michigan, and Texas.
Debate Over Easing CDL Testing Regulations
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has proposed a rule to simplify the process for obtaining a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), aiming to address the driver shortage in the trucking industry.
EPA Sets First-Ever National PFAS Limit in Drinking Water
In a groundbreaking move, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced new regulations limiting PFAS, or "forever chemicals," in drinking water.
There Is a Severe Weather Alert for the South and Mississippi Valley
This week, the South and Mississippi Valley are facing another severe weather threat, hot on the heels of a storm last week that resulted in at least three fatalities.
Investigation Launched After New Boeing 737 Incident
The U.S. airline regulators are looking into an unusual incident where a part of a Boeing 737-800’s engine came loose during takeoff.
New Orleans Braces for an Intense Hurricane Season
It looks like New Orleans and its surrounding areas might be in for a pretty intense hurricane season.
New York and Nearby Areas Rattled by 4.8 Magnitude Earthquake
A 4.8 magnitude earthquake hit near Whitehouse Station, New Jersey, and its tremors were felt all the way from Maine to Washington D.C.!
Deadly Storms Ravage Multiple U.S. States, Causing Fatalities and Widespread Damage
A series of severe storms recently swept across the U.S., from the South to the Ohio Valley, causing significant destruction and loss of life.
Boeing Compensates Alaska Airlines $160 Million for 737 Max 9 Grounding
Boeing recently paid Alaska Airlines a hefty $160 million as compensation for grounding their 737 Max 9 jet.
New Jersey Challenges New York's Congestion Pricing Plan in Court
New Jersey has taken legal action against New York's congestion pricing program, arguing that it unfairly shifts traffic and pollution burdens to its communities.
Navigating the ADHD Medication Shortage in the US
It turns out that around 1 in 10 people in the US who rely on Adderall and similar meds for ADHD are hitting a wall due to a medication shortage.
Nikola's Legal Drama with EMBR Over Trevor Milton's Involvement
So, Nikola Corp, the electric-vehicle maker, is in a bit of a legal tussle with EMBR.
Big Sur Coast Roadway Collapse Leads to Closures and Convoy System
Over the weekend, a significant segment of California's Big Sur coastal route, Highway 1, dramatically fell into the ocean due to a cliff "slip out."
New Era in Trucking As Biden Pushes for Electric Heavy Vehicles
The Biden administration just rolled out a regulation that’s all about boosting the sales of electric or zero-emission heavy vehicles, like school buses and cement mixers.
Bridge Collapse at Port of Baltimore Upends Local Logistics
The Francis Scott Key Bridge near Baltimore collapsed early Tuesday morning after a huge container ship hit one of its pillars.