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Most people probably want to be safer drivers. After all, no one wants to be involved in a car accident. So, how can drivers fix their risky behaviors behind the wheel? Here are eight easy strategies to correct common bad driving habits. What are common bad driving habits? Each year, the AAA Foundation for Traffic...

The dangers of drunk driving have been well-documented for decades. Unfortunately, some people are still not getting the message, especially during the holidays. That’s why several nationwide organizations hope to raise awareness about drunk driving during the holiday season in December. “Two of the most celebrated dates in December – Christmas Eve and New Year’s...

Omaha officials are considering removing seven traffic signals in the city, according to WOWT 6 News. However, some Omaha residents fear that car accidents could increase at those intersections without these traffic signals. "I think it's going to be a disaster," Omaha resident Pat Rodis said in an interview with WOWT 6 News. Fellow Omaha...

The latest data released by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) shows a decline in traffic fatalities for the fifth consecutive quarter. During the first half of 2023, the nation saw 19,515 fatalities caused by car accidents. This marks a 3.3% reduction when compared to the 20,190 fatalities reported during the same period in...

While the number of fatalities from car accidents in Nebraska this year has decreased compared to the previous year, state officials emphasize that there is still significant work to be done in curbing motor vehicle accidents across the state. The high rates of car accident deaths witnessed during the past summer in Nebraska are of...

Nebraska has the fourth-highest percentage of drivers who have caused a car accident of any state in the country, according to a recent study conducted by Insurify. What does this mean exactly? And what can you do to stay safe on the road and hopefully avoid a collision in the future? Our Omaha car accident...

A report highlights the dangers pedestrians face when drivers are negligent. Nationwide, pedestrian accident fatalities have reached an alarming four-decade high, painting a grim picture of the current state of pedestrian safety in the United States. Recent findings from the Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA) highlight the problem and emphasize the shared responsibility all drivers...

As temperatures rise, car accidents caused by teen drivers increase. Summer in Nebraska can be a fun time for teenagers. Sadly, it’s also the time of year when many young drivers are most at risk of being involved in serious car accidents. Nebraska is one of the most dangerous states when it comes to teen...

A motorcycle accident can have severe consequences May is designated Motorcycle Awareness Safety Month, a time to promote mutual respect for road-sharing and raise awareness of motorcycle laws. The Nebraska Department of Transportation is taking a proactive approach to enhancing motorcycle safety education and awareness by encouraging drivers and motorcyclists to work together to reduce...

Distracted Driving Awareness Month aims to curb the rising crash rate Car accidents involving distracted drivers have become increasingly common in recent years. To raise awareness about the risks of distracted driving, the National Road Safety Foundation has declared April as National Distracted Driving Awareness Month, with a goal to educate and remind drivers to...