Archive for April 11, 2008

American Airlines Grounds Thousands of Flights For Plane Inspections

Hundreds of thousands of passengers on American Airlines were left scrambling to arrange alternate travel plans this week after the airline cancelled over 3000 flights due to safety concerns.

1 Dead, 3 Injured In Wake of Dallas Cement Truck Accident

A cement truck traveling southbound on Highway 183 in Dallas, Texas crashed through a median barrier, crossed to the other side of the road and collided with oncoming traffic, killing one and injuring three.

Study: Smoking Bans Increase Drunk Driving

Enact a city-wide smoking ban, and you are likely to see more drinking and driving, according to a new study.

Missouri Among Nation's Most Dangerous Places to Ride a Motorcycle

Missouri's motorcycle fatality rates are among the highest in the nation, according to a new published report.