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Police and Law Enforcement June 27, 2024

South Carolina lawmaker wants police trucks banned from beaches after woman fatally hit: ‘it’s indefensible’

Police in South Carolina have cut back their use of patrol trucks on beaches after a 66-year-old woman was fatally killed by an officer driving a Ford Ranger earlier this month.

VIDEO June 26, 2024

Tractor trailer crashes into New Jersey home

Crews rushed to the scene after a tractor trailer crashed into the back of a home in Carteret, New Jersey, on Wednesday afternoon after the driver suffered a "medical incident." (Credit: FOX 5 NY)

US June 23, 2024

Your car is a target — don’t get hacked or duped

Cyber attacks on vehicles are now feasible with cars that have built-in Wi-Fi hotspot capabilities. Hackers can steal your data from your own garage.

Atlanta June 18, 2024

Georgia dad freed after hot car seat death of son put him in prison for murder

A father from Georgia who had a murder conviction overturned in the hot car death of his toddler son has been released from prison.

Family June 17, 2024

Child hot car death pushes parents who lost daughter to sound alarm about 'preventable tragedy'

A mother who tragically lost her girl in a hot car death is pleading with other families to be vigilant about not leaving their kids in cars this summer as the weather heats up.

Crime June 6, 2024

Road rage data shows 5 things drivers should know about fury behind the wheel

An analysis of National Highway Traffic Safety Administration data shows the gender, age group and vehicle type most likely to be involved in a road rage fatality.

Tennessee June 2, 2024

Southern US city ranked as worst for deadly car accidents in the country, study says

A southern U.S. city was ranked where the most car accidents happen, and many of the top 10 were also in the southeast, according to ConsumerAffairs.

Meet the American Who... May 31, 2024

Meet the American who invented windshield wipers, Mary Anderson, Alabama entrepreneur

Mary Anderson was born in Alabama months after the tragedy of the Civil War. She helped her state rebuild, then went on to create windshield wipers — long before auto titans realized the potential.

LIFESTYLE May 22, 2024

Ahead of the ‘100 deadliest days of summer,' here's what teen drivers must know

The "100 deadliest days of summer" is a reference to the period between Memorial Day and Labor Day, when most teen-related driving accidents occur. Experts shared cautions for teens and parents.

HEALTH May 18, 2024

Could your car make you sick? Study highlights potentially cancerous toxins in vehicles

Americans may be breathing in cancer-causing chemicals while they're driving, recent research suggested. Environmental experts offered input on the potential risk.

CRIME May 16, 2024

Police officer reveals tips to avoid carjackings, remain safe if you've fallen victim to one

Carjacking can quickly turn into a dangerous situation. A police officer provided expert tips of what to do in this situation and preventative measures you can take to keep yourself safe.