25
Apr
2025
25
Apr
2025
School Bus Cameras
Drivers Hit With School Bus Camera Fine in Polk County Must Pay More to Appeal It
Florida's new school bus camera program, aimed at enhancing student safety, has sparked significant controversy, leading to the suspension of the program in several districts. Investigative Reporter Katie LaGrone highlights the frustrations of drivers who have received fines under this system, revealing systemic issues that complicate the appeal process and raise questions about the program's fairness.
4 min read
25
Apr
2025
Red Light Cameras
Mistrial Declared in State Senator Emil Jones III Bribery Trial
A mistrial has been declared in the federal bribery trial of Illinois State Senator Emil Jones III after the jury was unable to reach a unanimous decision on the charges against him. This outcome marks a significant moment in a case that has drawn considerable attention due to its implications for political corruption in Illinois.
4 min read
24
Apr
2025
Driverless Vehicles
Waymo Responds After Austin Woman Trapped, Stranded by Driverless Car
A recent TikTok video has sparked significant discussion about the safety and reliability of Waymo's driverless vehicles after an Austin woman claimed she and her friends were trapped in a Waymo car for over five minutes. The incident raises questions about the functionality of autonomous vehicles and their capacity to ensure passenger safety.
4 min read
24
Apr
2025
School Bus Cameras
The Law That Helped Miami Schools Make Millions Off Bus Camera Tickets May Change
A new bill in Florida is set to revise the existing school bus camera law, which has been a significant source of revenue for Miami schools through fines collected from traffic violations. The proposed changes aim to alleviate the burden on administrative courts by shifting the responsibility of handling ticket disputes from the courts to the school districts themselves.
4 min read
23
Apr
2025
Congestion Pricing
DOT Threatens Action Against NYC Federal Funding Over Congestion Pricing
The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) has threatened actions against New York over its congestion pricing program, while Nevada's Senate has advanced a bill to significantly increase trucking insurance minimums. These developments highlight ongoing tensions between state policies and federal regulations in the transportation sector.
4 min read
23
Apr
2025
Red Light Cameras
Suffolk County May Have to Pay Back $91M in Shady Red-Light Camera Fees
Suffolk County, New York, is grappling with the potential repayment of up to $91 million due to controversial fees collected from its red-light camera program. This financial burden comes at a time when the county is already facing a projected budget deficit of $552 million by 2028, raising concerns about fiscal stability and future spending plans.
3 min read
23
Apr
2025
Police
Steve Lehto: Ohio Voters WILL Get to Vote on Qualified Immunity Ban
Ohio voters will have the opportunity to vote on a proposed constitutional amendment to ban qualified immunity for police and government employees, following a recent Supreme Court decision that allowed the measure to proceed despite objections from the Ohio Attorney General.
3 min read
21
Apr
2025
Police
Steve Lehto: New Law to Make Police Report When They Arrest Sober Drivers
Tennessee has passed a new law requiring police to report instances where individuals are charged with DUI but later found to be sober. This legislation aims to track the prevalence of wrongful DUI charges and may lead to accountability for law enforcement practices.
4 min read