Officials investigate mysterious disappearance of 30-ton shipment of explosive chemicals in California
Ammonium nitrate was used in 1995 at an attack on the Murrah Federal Building in Oklahoma City. The explosion killed 168 people and injured approximately 850.
Train crossing back-ups in Metro Detroit targeted in new grade-separation bill
The rail crossing at Van Horn and Allen Road in Woodhaven may come to mind. Or maybe Nine Mile and Hilton in Ferndale. Here's how one downriver lawmaker wants to fix the back-ups.
Woodward construction closing bus stops in Ferndale, Pleasant Ridge
Some bus stops along Woodward Avenue in Ferndale and Pleasant Ridge will be closed during the next phase of construction, which begins May 8.
Colorado school bus driver faces charges after video shows him slamming on brakes, jolting students
A Colorado school bus driver has been fired and is now facing dozens of counts of child abuse after being caught on video slamming the brakes, sending elementary students tumbling into the seats in front of them.
Train carrying hazardous materials derails in rural Maine, residents warned to 'stay clear'
A train has reportedly derailed in the state of Maine and officials say they believe hazardous materials were on board.
70-car train derails in North Dakota, spills hazardous materials: officials
The Canadian Pacific train derailed around 11:15 p.m. about a mile southeast of Wyndmere in Richland County, Canadian Pacific said in a statement. No injuries were reported.
Norfolk Southern sued by widow of conductor trainee killed in Alabama railway accident
The lawsuit adds to Norfolk Southern's mounting legal troubles.
Watch: Ceiling panel falls, narrowly misses Massachusetts subway rider inside station
It's estimated the piece weighed approximately 25 pounds.
New ‘dashboard’ launches, reveals which airlines let families sit together fee-free
According to the Department of Transportation, a parent who purchases airline tickets for a family should receive a guarantee from the airline that it will seat the parent and child together.
Ohio senators introduce rail safety bill after train derailment
The bipartisan legislation would subject all trains carrying hazardous materials to additional safety regulations and state notification requirements, and increase penalties for violations.
Train derailments have declined in recent years, but they’re not uncommon, US data shows
Federal U.S. data shows there were 1,087 train derailments in 2021 — which averages to just under three each day. Most are ordinary and don't cause any major problems.
Southwest Airlines exec offers up explanation for Christmas meltdown
Chief operating officer Andrew Watterson said it 'struggled to keep the operation moving' at 'key airports.'
Release of toxic chemicals from derailed Ohio tanker cars begins
Officials warned the controlled burn would send phosgene and hydrogen chloride into the air. Phosgene is a highly toxic gas that can cause vomiting and breathing trouble and was used as a weapon in World War I.
50-car train derailment causes massive fire, evacuations in Ohio
About 50 cars derailed in East Palestine as a train was carrying a variety of freight from Madison, Illinois, to Conway, Pennsylvania.
Megabus returning to Detroit with expanded transit
Known for its $1 fares for some bus routes, the Megabus is coming back to Detroit with more than a dozen in-state travel options.
Michigan could raise billions from toll network, state study says
Michigan has finished that study has identified 14 highways that could be tolled, which could result in billions of dollars in revenue each year.
Airline execs pushing for more spending, staff after FAA systems failure
Airlines are calling on federal authorities to bolster FAA staff and spending after its technological glitch earlier this week.
Air travel across US thrown into chaos after computer outage
Thousands of flights across the U.S. were canceled or delayed Wednesday after a government system that offers safety and other information to pilots broke down, stranding some planes on the ground for hours.
Here's where drivers are stuck in traffic for a whopping 155 hours a year
Three of the five most congested cities in the world are here in the U.S. Did yours make the list?
Several SMART Bus routes not operating Friday due to winter storm; significant delays expected on other routes
Several SMART Bus routes will not operate Friday, while other routes are expected to have significant delays due to a winter storm in Metro Detroit.