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Time Business News
24-06-2025
- Automotive
- Time Business News
California's Most Dangerous Highways: Where Risk Meets the Road
In 2023, Omega Law Group Accident & Injury Attorneys analyzed California's deadliest highways, and what we found goes beyond bumper-to-bumper traffic. It's not just the sheer number of cars on the road. It's what drivers are doing behind the wheel. Despite having the largest population in the U.S., it's not California's size alone that makes its roads dangerous. It's everyday behaviors: speeding, distracted driving, and driving under the influence. Whether you're commuting to work or just running errands, you could be sharing the road with someone who's ignoring speed limits, texting mid-drive, or intoxicated. According to 2023 data, these highways had the highest fatality counts: I-15 (San Bernardino County) – 48 fatalities – 48 fatalities I-10 (Riverside County) – 31 fatalities – 31 fatalities I-5 (San Diego County) – 21 fatalities – 21 fatalities I-5 (Orange County) – 16 fatalities – 16 fatalities US-101 (Santa Barbara County) – 15 fatalities Behind these numbers are risky behaviors: Speeding caused 19.7% of fatal accidents caused of fatal accidents Texting and driving : 19% : Drunk driving : 17.5% : Other factors included poor road conditions (12.6%), drugged driving (10.8%), and general distraction (7.8%) Internal distractions, lack of seatbelts, and other behaviors made up the remaining percentages. Here's how risky behavior breaks down in the top five high-fatality counties: County Speeding Accidents Drunk Driving Accidents San Bernardino 34% 20% Riverside 31% 26% San Diego 31% 20% Orange 34% 23% Santa Barbara 31% 20% Most of these deadly crashes happen at 8 p.m., especially on Saturdays and Sundays, when people are out, distracted, or driving impaired. Dangerous driving is a choice. Drivers knowingly speed, text, and drink behind the wheel, despite overwhelming evidence of the risks. It's a breach of the basic duty of care we owe to others on the road. The consequences are often life-altering or fatal. Fortunately, victims of reckless drivers have legal options. A personal injury attorney can help pursue compensation and hold negligent drivers accountable. While you can't control other drivers, you can reduce your own risk: Obey the speed limit Check your mirrors and blind spots Use turn signals Drive with headlights on after dusk Leave early to avoid rushing Watch for pedestrians and motorcyclists Put your phone on 'Do Not Disturb.' Choose a designated driver if drinking Small choices save lives. California's roads are busy, but they don't have to be deadly. Our mission is to help drivers stay informed, stay alert, and stay safe. With greater awareness comes fewer crashes—and fewer families torn apart by preventable tragedies. TIME BUSINESS NEWS
Yahoo
12-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Is your favorite taco truck slower than usual? ICE raids are sending street vendors into hiding
Francisco has been working as a taquero for over a year, but he's never felt as worried as he does now, in the shadow of a week of ongoing sweeps in Los Angeles by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. "We can't go out to work as much on the streets now," the 23-year-old said in Spanish. "We've heard from some colleagues who work in other positions, and they've even arrested a couple of them. We go to work afraid they might arrest us." To stay safe, Francisco — who provided only his first name out of fear for his safety because he is undocumented — said he has limited his movement, turning to Uber Delivery for necessities like groceries and medicine. But he continues to come to work. "If we don't go out to work, how do we cover our expenses?" he said. The risk of being arrested and deported versus the need for economic security is plaguing undocumented vendors throughout Los Angeles, said Elba Serrano, the associate vice president of East L.A. Community Corp. ELACC is a member of the Los Angeles Street Vending Campaign coalition and assists vendors with securing permits. Around 80% of their clients are undocumented, Serrano said. "Vendors don't want to be seen as 'illegal,' " she said. "They always have been wanting to be part of the economy, and our goal was for them to be seen as a legitimate small business." The problem now, Serrano explained, is that to secure permits, vendors must file an I-10 form, which categorizes filers by their citizenship status. "One of the things that we've always understood is that the IRS is only there to collect taxes — they're not checking for, you know, anybody's status," she said. "But now, this new administration is seeking to get a list of potential people who are undocumented, and the easiest way to find somebody who's undocumented is by looking through I-10s." Since the onset of ICE's raids last weekend, Serrano said several vendors have canceled their appointments with the agency. With the rampant ICE presence in the city, whether undocumented vendors seek to file taxes or go into work has become a "personal risk assessment." For many vendors, the risk is not worth it. At the Hollywood location of Leo's Tacos Truck, a popular taco truck chain, only five guys were working the late night rush. Typically, the night shift is staffed by 10 people. "We've been dealing with this problem of missing people for two weeks," said security guard Ricardo Rodriguez. Notably, however, the decision to leave the house affects not only vendors, but also their customers. On a typical night, Rodriguez said the truck receives around 950 customers. The line snakes throughout the parking lot. Now that number has dropped to 500 and features few Latino faces. "It's a little customer. A little employees," he said. "People feel a little intimidated by the protest." Sign up for Essential California for news, features and recommendations from the L.A. Times and beyond in your inbox six days a week. This story originally appeared in Los Angeles Times.
Los Angeles Times
12-06-2025
- Business
- Los Angeles Times
Is your favorite taco truck slower than usual? ICE raids are sending street vendors into hiding
Francisco has been working as a taquero for over a year, but he's never felt as worried as he does now, in the shadow of a week of ongoing sweeps in Los Angeles by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. 'We can't go out to work as much on the streets now,' the 23-year-old said in Spanish. 'We've heard from some colleagues who work in other positions, and they've even arrested a couple of them. We go to work afraid they might arrest us.' To stay safe, Francisco — who provided only his first name out of fear for his safety because he is undocumented — said he has limited his movement, turning to Uber Delivery for necessities like groceries and medicine. But he continues to come to work. 'If we don't go out to work, how do we cover our expenses?' he said. The risk of being arrested and deported versus the need for economic security is plaguing undocumented vendors throughout Los Angeles, said Elba Serrano, the associate vice president of East L.A. Community Corp. ELACC is a member of the Los Angeles Street Vending Campaign coalition and assists vendors with securing permits. Around 80% of their clients are undocumented, Serrano said. 'Vendors don't want to be seen as 'illegal,' ' she said. 'They always have been wanting to be part of the economy, and our goal was for them to be seen as a legitimate small business.' The problem now, Serrano explained, is that to secure permits, vendors must file an I-10 form, which categorizes filers by their citizenship status. 'One of the things that we've always understood is that the IRS is only there to collect taxes — they're not checking for, you know, anybody's status,' she said. 'But now, this new administration is seeking to get a list of potential people who are undocumented, and the easiest way to find somebody who's undocumented is by looking through I-10s.' Since the onset of ICE's raids last weekend, Serrano said several vendors have canceled their appointments with the agency. With the rampant ICE presence in the city, whether undocumented vendors seek to file taxes or go into work has become a 'personal risk assessment.' For many vendors, the risk is not worth it. At the Hollywood location of Leo's Tacos Truck, a popular taco truck chain, only five guys were working the late night rush. Typically, the night shift is staffed by 10 people. 'We've been dealing with this problem of missing people for two weeks,' said security guard Ricardo Rodriguez. Notably, however, the decision to leave the house affects not only vendors, but also their customers. On a typical night, Rodriguez said the truck receives around 950 customers. The line snakes throughout the parking lot. Now that number has dropped to 500 and features few Latino faces. 'It's a little customer. A little employees,' he said. 'People feel a little intimidated by the protest.'
Yahoo
13-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Okaloosa School District to host job fair at Choctawhatchee High School in April
NICEVILLE — The Okaloosa County School District will host a job fair on Saturday, April 5, from 9 to 11 a.m. at Choctawhatchee High School's Multipurpose Building, 110 Racetrack Road. The district is hiring for a variety of positions, including teachers, substitute teachers, bus drivers, paraprofessionals and custodians. The Professional Services Department will offer a session on 'How to Become a Teacher' during the event. FDOT I-10 projects: Watch for I-10 resurfacing, truck parking expansion in Okaloosa County later this month For more information, contact the district's Human Resources Department at (850) 833-5800. This article originally appeared on Northwest Florida Daily News: Okaloosa County School District to host job fair in April
Yahoo
03-03-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Was the deadly I-10 crash near Tonapah caused by blowing dust? Low visibility driving tips
Dust storm-related traffic accidents cause 14 to 32 deaths annually in the U.S., National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration research showed. If confirmed as dust-related, the Interstate 10 collision on Saturday near Tonopah, which killed four, would account for a significant share of annual fatalities. Two people were in critical condition receiving life-saving treatment, as of Sunday afternoon. The Arizona Department of Public Safety is investigating the collision, which involved multiple vehicles. Investigators are looking into whether blowing dust was a significant factor, DPS confirmed on Sunday morning. "Troopers are investigating whether blowing dust was a significant factor in the collisions by potentially causing reduced visibility," Warren Trent with the department said. He urged anyone driving in conditions where visibility was limited to slow down at the very least as it takes longer for a vehicle to come to a complete stop the faster it goes. "Dust storms can panic unprepared drivers, blocking all visibility behind and in front of a car, and cause people to become disoriented or slam into unseen obstacles," the NOAA said following a 2023 research report by its Air Resources Laboratory. The report found that dust events, previously assumed to be rather rare and isolated to particular regions, are contributing to a larger number of U.S. traffic fatalities than are recorded. In its "Pull Aside, Stay Alive" public service announcement from June 2018, the Arizona Department of Transportation suggests drivers should take the following precautions when confronted by a dust storm: Drivers of high-profile vehicles should be especially aware of changing weather conditions and travel at reduced speeds. If you encounter a dust storm, immediately check traffic around your vehicle (front, back and to the side) and begin slowing down. Do not wait until poor visibility makes it difficult to safely pull off the roadway — do it as soon as possible. Completely exit the highway if you can. Do not stop in a travel lane or emergency lane. Look for a safe place to pull completely off the paved portion of the roadway. Turn off all vehicle lights. You do not want other vehicles, approaching from behind, to use your lights as a guide and possibly crash into your parked vehicle. Set your emergency brake and take your foot off the brake. Stay in the vehicle with your seat belt buckled and wait for the storm to pass. More: Wind, dust and wildfire warnings: What to know about Arizona weather The Arizona Republic's Perry Vandell contributed to this story. Connect with the reporter at This article originally appeared on Arizona Republic: Low visibility may be a factor in fatal I-10 crash: What research says
