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CBS News
a day ago
- General
- CBS News
Chicago firefighter hurt in crash on I-57 near Halsted while responding to car fire on expressway
A Chicago firefighter was hurt when his vehicle was struck Thursday night as he responded to a car fire on I-57, CFD officials said. Illinois State Police confirmed troopers responded to the scene where a Honda CRV struck a Ford Explorer fire department vehicle at about 10:30 p.m. Thursday. State police said both cars were driving on the ramp to south I-57 from Halsted Street. The CFD vehicle had its emergency lights and sirens on, but the Honda would not yield and struck it from behind, state police said. Chicago fire officials said the Battalion 21 SUV was getting on the expressway when it was hit. The battalion chief was taken to Little Company of Mary Hospital for evaluation and then released. The vehicle suffered minor damage and the driver of the other car was cited, CFD said.
Independent Singapore
a day ago
- Automotive
- Independent Singapore
Shared car was being driven to repair shop when it caught fire: GetGo
SINGAPORE: A shared car that caught fire along Upper Changi East Road on Thursday (29 May) was not available for public rental at the time of the incident, car-sharing company GetGo clarified in a statement today (30 May). The grey vehicle, which bore GetGo's branding, was seen engulfed in flames near a bus stop, prompting concern among members of the public and users of the popular car-sharing platform. According to a video shared by SG Road Vigilante, the car's trunk was open and heavy smoke and flames were visible. The driver's side of the vehicle appeared extensively burned. In response to media queries, GetGo confirmed that the vehicle involved was not listed for rental on its platform. Instead, the car was being driven by a staff member from an authorized repair shop at the time of the fire. The vehicle had been undergoing servicing. No one was injured in the incident, a GetGo spokesperson confirmed, adding that investigations into the cause of the fire are currently underway. The Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) said it was alerted to the incident at around 11:05am on 29 May. Firefighters were deployed to the scene and successfully extinguished the blaze using water jets. Founded in 2021, GetGo is one of Singapore's largest car-sharing platforms, offering users access to vehicles through a mobile app. Its pay-per-use model appeals to drivers who prefer not to bear the high costs of car ownership in Singapore, including the steep Certificate of Entitlement (COE) prices. As Singapore moves toward a 'car-lite' future, platforms like GetGo have grown rapidly. These services offer flexibility, especially for residents who require occasional access to a car without the commitment of long-term ownership. While Wednesday's incident may have alarmed some, GetGo's swift clarification has helped to reassure users that the vehicle was not in circulation for customer use.
The Sun
5 days ago
- Automotive
- The Sun
Major motorway closed after car erupts in flames sparking bank holiday delays for thousands of drivers
A CAR fire has caused a major motorway to be closed causing bank holiday travel chaos for thousands of motorists. The M4 has been closed between J23 and J23a due to the blaze, Gwent Police have said. 1 Diversions are in place which may cause congestion. The force advises drivers to avoid the area if possible and find alternative routes for your journey. Earlier this week, drivers were warned they could face severe delays to their journeys over the Spring Bank Holiday weekend. A whopping 17.9 million Brits face being hit with a "double dose of delays" when they take to the roads with experts advising on the best times to travel. Figures from the RAC show up to 3million journeys on Bank Holiday Monday, May 26, for the start of the half-term are expected to be made. Drivers who are able to do so are advised to leave their journeys as late as possible as traffic is expected to peter out later in the day. RAC Mobile Mechanic, Aaron Bryan, said: "Our research shows it really is best to leave as early or late as possible this bank holiday weekend, as the majority of motorists are planning to set off in the morning. 'While Devon and Cornwall remain some of the most popular destinations for summer getaways, many other major routes across the country could be hit by increased traffic – not least the M25 which so many drivers use to reach the coast and the South East."These stretches are likely to be equally as busy on Friday 30 May when drivers use the same roads for return journeys.'Just 3 percent of motorists are planning their journeys for between 7pm and 1pm after the evening rush hour .
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Alexander Rossi's Indy 500 car catches fire in pit at Indianapolis Motor Speedway
IndyCar driver Alexander Rossi saw his Indianapolis 500 run end Sunday afternoon when his car went up in flames on pit row. Rossi was unsure what exactly happened to start the fire, citing a possible fuel coil. Advertisement "That's what is so painful about this place. You have to do everything right," Rossi said. Alexander Rossi's Indy 500 car catches fire at Indianapolis Motor Speedway Chris Sims is a digital producer at IndyStar. Follow him on Twitter: @ChrisFSims. This article originally appeared on Indianapolis Star: Indy 500 live race results: Alexander Rossi's car catches fire in pit
CNN
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- CNN
Kid Cudi claims Diddy was involved in a 2012 fire to his car
Kid Cudi claims Diddy was involved in a 2012 fire to his car CNN's Elizabeth Wagmeister explains Kid Cudi's claim that Sean 'Diddy' Combs was involved in a 2012 fire to his car. Cudi was in a brief relationship with Combs' ex-girlfriend Cassie Ventura from 2011-2012. 01:40 - Source: CNN Vertical Top News 17 videos Kid Cudi claims Diddy was involved in a 2012 fire to his car CNN's Elizabeth Wagmeister explains Kid Cudi's claim that Sean 'Diddy' Combs was involved in a 2012 fire to his car. Cudi was in a brief relationship with Combs' ex-girlfriend Cassie Ventura from 2011-2012. 01:40 - Source: CNN Satellite images show aftermath of North Korean launch failure North Korea's newest warship was severely damaged during a recent launch ceremony. Leader Kim Jong Un said the incident brought shame to the nation's prestige and vowed to punish those found responsible, state media reported. 01:33 - Source: CNN Body language expert offers her advice on how to approach Trump In the wake of the White House's Oval Office ambush of South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, body language expert Susan Constantine tells CNN's Max Foster that being an active listener is key for any future leader's meeting with President Donald Trump. 01:36 - Source: CNN New government report echoes RFK Jr beliefs around chronic disease First MAHA health report under Robert F. Kennedy Jr. sheds light on the Trump Administration's plans to overhaul government policy to "Make America Healthy Again." CNN's Meg Tirrell explains. 01:11 - Source: CNN Inside the GOP negotiations to pass Trump's agenda bill CNN's Manu Raju breaks down how President Trump and House Republican leadership managed to win the support of a key bloc of conservative hardliners to pass Trump's agenda bill, and looks ahead to the obstacles the bill may face in the Senate. 02:26 - Source: CNN Republican warns of increasing debt hours before Trump's bill passes House Republicans passed President Donald Trump's sweeping tax and spending cuts package early this morning. During a House floor debate in the early hours of Thursday morning, Rep. Thomas Massie (R-KY) strongly criticized the bill. The nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office estimates that Trump's bill will add $3.8 trillion to US debt. 00:49 - Source: CNN See moment House Republicans passed a major part of Trump's agenda House Republicans passed President Donald Trump's sweeping tax and spending cuts package, marking a stunning victory for both Johnson and Trump after the bill appeared doomed just days earlier 00:52 - Source: CNN Dem says Trump admin cuts in blue states are 'distasteful' The Trump administration has made cuts to funding for flood prevention projects in blue states, whereas new water construction opportunities have taken course in red states, according to a data analysis. CNN's Annie Grayer reports. 02:33 - Source: CNN Dior to pay $2M to help labor abuse victims Dior has agreed a number of remedies to settle an Italian competition authority investigation into whether the luxury brand and two of its units misled consumers with their statements about working conditions at its suppliers. CNN's Max Foster reports. 01:36 - Source: CNN See "Cheers" star George Wendt's most memorable moments Actor and comedian George Wendt, beloved for his performance as Norm Peterson on the long-running comedy series "Cheers" has died aged 76. Wendt's career spanned more than four decades, and included six consecutive Emmy nominations. CNN looks back at some of his best moments. 00:57 - Source: CNN Kermit the Frog's advice for 2025 graduates and what he learned from 'the school of life' The University of Maryland's 2025 commencement speaker Kermit the Frog shares his advice for graduates with CNN's Sara Sidner. 01:14 - Source: CNN Have federal cuts left U.S. unprepared for natural disasters? Sometime between tomorrow and 200 years from now, a 9.0 magnitude earthquake will rock the United States. Scientists say we're not ready for it. And with the federal employees who have left or been fired under the Trump administration, that's only getting worse. CNN's Ella Nilsen spoke to scientists and former federal workers about how these cuts leave the US unprepared for natural disasters. 02:03 - Source: CNN Climber rescued by helicopter after 30-foot fall in California A helicopter rescue crew hoisted a climber to safety after they fell roughly 30 feet while scaling Lily Rock in Idyllwild, California. The climber was left clinging to the cliffside with a limb injury. 00:49 - Source: CNN Columbia students chant, 'Free Mahmoud' at commencement Videos show Columbia University students booing the acting university president, Claire Shipman, during her commencement speech. Some students at the school have been on edge since Mahmoud Khalil was detained by ICE for participating in campus protests. 01:07 - Source: CNN Cassie Ventura's mom feared for daughter's safety with 'Diddy' Cassie Ventura's mother Regina Ventura took the stand at Sean 'Diddy' Combs' trial in New York, where Ventura testified about incidents she witnessed during her daughter's relationship with Combs that left her 'scared for my daughter's safety.' 02:57 - Source: CNN FDA tightens requirements for Covid-19 vaccine The FDA is changing how it approves Covid-19 vaccines, which may restrict updated shots to the elderly and people with underlying health conditions who are at higher risk for severe disease. 01:10 - Source: CNN
