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Truck driver on trial again in 2007 murder case

Truck driver Bruce Mendenhall faces a new trial for the 2007 murder of Carma Purpura, adding to his previous convictions for murders linked to his trucking routes.
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Chain-reaction crash involving four semis blocks I-69 traffic

A chain-reaction crash involving four semi trucks on I-69 in Richmond, Texas, caused significant traffic disruptions due to black ice and snowy conditions.
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Truckers narrowly escape train collision after GPS blunder

Two truck drivers in Auburn, Washington, narrowly avoided tragedy when their GPS led them onto train tracks, resulting in a collision with a train but leaving them unharmed.
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Intoxicated driver crashes into Indiana weigh station off I-94

An intoxicated driver in Indiana crashed into a weigh station on I-94, causing extensive damage but thankfully no injuries.
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Explosion at Tyson Foods plant kills trucker's wife

A tragic explosion at a Tyson Foods plant in Georgia killed a trucker's wife and injured 12 others, prompting state leaders to demand answers from an ongoing investigation.
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Inmate work crew saves trucker from fiery crash

In a heroic effort, inmates from a Kentucky detention center rescued a truck driver from a burning semi after a crash on US Highway 6, showcasing the crucial role of community action in a perilous situation.
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White-out conditions cause massive pileup on I-96

A massive pileup on I-96 in Grand Rapids involved about 15 vehicles during white-out conditions, causing traffic delays but no life-threatening injuries.
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North Carolina issues hefty fines for truck regulation violations

North Carolina issued almost $10 million in fines to truck drivers in 2024 for violations including equipment failures, emphasizing the crucial role of safety in protecting families and supporting public education funding.
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Centerville rest stop closes for remodel; more truck parking ahead

The Centerville rest stop on I-70 in Indiana will close in February 2023 for renovations, including trucker-friendly facilities and increased parking, with plans to reopen in 2027.
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Truckers plan slow roll to honor Freedom Convoy

Truckers in 100 Mile House, British Columbia, plan a slow roll on January 25th to honor the Freedom Convoy's vital role in promoting freedom awareness in Canada.
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Train collides with semi truck, scattering rocks in Colorado

A Union Pacific train collided with a semi truck carrying large rocks in Adams County, Colorado, scattering debris but resulting in only minor injuries to the truck driver.
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Massive diesel theft scheme hits trucking industry hard

A significant diesel fuel theft operation in the Northeast involved 25 individuals and four companies, exploiting credit card skimmers to steal $3.4 million worth of fuel, impacting numerous trucking businesses and fuel providers.
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Hino faces $1.6 billion fine over emissions fraud

Hino Motors, a Toyota subsidiary, faces a $1.6 billion fine for falsifying emissions data on diesel engines sold in the U.S., resulting in a temporary import ban and enhanced compliance requirements.
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Homeless man hijacks idling truck from hotel lot

A homeless man took off with an unattended idling truck from a Pennsylvania hotel lot, resulting in a chase and his eventual arrest on Interstate 80.
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Trucker battles fierce winds to avoid disaster in Montana

A trucker in Montana narrowly avoided disaster when fierce winds lifted a semi truck's wheels off the ground, demonstrating the unpredictable challenges of life on the road.
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Pennsylvania tests smart signal tech to boost trucking efficiency

Pennsylvania introduces smart signal technology at key intersections to help truckers save time and reduce emissions, enhancing the efficiency of the supply chain.
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Trucker escapes unscathed after rig falls off I-81 bridge

A trucker miraculously emerged unscathed when his rig plummeted off a bridge on I-81 in Pennsylvania, causing traffic delays and bridge damage.
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Search continues for semi truck in hit-and-run case

Authorities in Arizona are searching for a white semi truck involved in a hit-and-run on I-10 that left a 72-year-old trucker injured.
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Dump truck hits Target store, six people injured

A dump truck collision in North Bergen left a significant hole in a Target store and injured six people, prompting an ongoing investigation into the cause.
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FMCSA grants hearing-impaired truckers a path on the road

The FMCSA has granted 16 hearing-impaired drivers exemptions to operate commercial vehicles, signifying increased inclusivity in the trucking industry while ensuring safety standards are met.
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