Pedestrian died after hit-and-run crash in Monterey County
It’s hard enough to be a pedestrian in California. The freeways and coast roads were not designed with a lot of walkers in mind, and the paths are nearly nonexistent except for major trails designed...
View ArticlePedestrian killed in possible DUI incident in Los Angeles
Los Angeles is not well known as a destination for pedestrians. Even the wide sidewalks of Hollywood do not feel adequate when cars are racing by and trying to sneak past red lights. Walkers have to be...
View ArticleSafe headlights now help choose coveted “Top Safety Picks”
“Few vehicles have headlights that do their job well.” That is the verdict of the top group that judges how safe our cars really are. Over the past few years, the organization has taken an increasingly...
View ArticleSafety officials beg drivers to put their phones down
We’ve written before about the uninspiring results of Los Angeles’ Vision Zero – an ambitious plan to reduce the danger cyclists and pedestrians face on the road. So far, it has fallen well short of...
View ArticleDrivers in expensive vehicles may be more likely to hit pedestrians
For those, like bicyclists, who travel Los Angeles streets virtually unprotected (with the exception of maybe a helmet and reflective gear), the streets pose enough dangers without the help of...
View ArticleWould this reduce pedestrian accidents in Los Angeles?
Walking across the street at a busy intersection can be risky, even when you have the walk signal. Drivers turning left do not always look before moving, or they can lose patience and try to turn...
View ArticleThe Go Safely California program launches in Malibu
Go Safely California is set to launch soon, the Office of Traffic Safety’s (OTS) new education program aimed at educating drivers, pedestrians and bikers about traffic safety. The program comes as a...
View Article6 tips for pedestrian safety
Los Angeles residents who prefer to commute by walking may find that it’s not always the safest option. With so many drivers on the road, it can be challenging to navigate the streets and avoid a...
View ArticleHow pedestrian hybrid beacons can save lives
In some areas of Los Angeles and other cities, there are more bicyclists than ever. Unfortunately, that doesn’t mean conditions have gotten any safer for them. Bicyclists and pedestrians have to share...
View ArticleWhy you’ll be seeing more jaywalkers starting in January
Pedestrians crossing the street outside of a crosswalk or intersection are a common sight for Los Angeles cyclists and motorists. They often endanger themselves as well as others on the road. Right...
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