Traffic violence

While pedestrian deaths increased, overall roadway fatalities went down in 2024.

“She was going to hurt somebody that day. It just happened to be my husband,” says Adrienne Siddens. Her family’s name is on a bill that bans phone use behind the wheel in Missouri.

Financial penalties go into effect in January for drivers holding their phones and touching a screen while operating a vehicle.

Crown Candy Kitchen’s owner says the speed humps are serving their purpose: slowing drivers down to improve safety for customers and nearby residents.

The report shows 40% of the region’s crashes are in economically disadvantaged areas. It could help officials apply for federal funds to help reduce vehicle and pedestrian crashes by half by 2050.

Too many pedestrians are dying on St. Louis roadways. A new report calls attention to traffic violence solutions.

Thirteen people were killed and more than 1,200 were injured in traffic crashes in St. Louis in the first three months of 2023, according to Trailnet, a pedestrian and bike advocacy group.

Aggressive driving is increasing, AAA reports.

Illinois' high court says unless pavement markings or signs are present, cyclists are merely ‘permitted’ users.

The case raises the appearance of “police looking out for police,” said attorney Mark Smith.