Share the Road: Bicycle Memorials in Boise Draw Attention to Deaths
On a rainy morning in September 2013, a man was struck and killed by a car while riding his bike. The man had been riding in a construction zone under low-light conditions. Today, the scene where the accident took place has become a memorial and a somber reminder to drivers about the presence of...
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When the Police Get Into Accidents in Idaho Who Holds Them Accountable?
Imagine this scenario. You’re driving along, following all the rules of the road, when suddenly, out of nowhere, a car crashes into you. You regain consciousness realizing that you’ve been in an accident. Your head hurts and you feel a little sick. How did this happen? You were at an intersection you happen to...
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Alcohol Detection Systems—Can Technology Keep Roads Safer?
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is currently in the process of researching new technology that could potentially prevent drunk drivers from driving in the first place. Currently, the only technology on the market that prevents drivers from driving after consuming excessive amounts of alcohol is an ignition interlock device. These devices are...
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Idaho’s Electronic Signs Promote Safe Driving
Idaho’s electronic message boards will be offering new messages to drivers who take to the road. While the signs are often left blank, the Idaho Transportation Department has decided to place messages that encourage safer driving practices on the boards. According to Local 8 News, the boards have been used to alert drivers...
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