Fourteen years after the death of rap icon Big Pun, an ambitious fan, Shane Rossi took it upon himself to rename the Bronx’s E. 163rd St. and Longwood Ave, Big Pun Place. The Department of Transportation was not allowing that. Less than a week later, the sign was removed. It was good while it lasted. At least Rossi was able to get his message out. Hit the jump for more on the Christoper Rios fan.
Increase In Speed Cameras In Chicago Parks?!?
The Department of Transportation has began increasing their placement of Speed Cameras throughout Chicago Parks, Hit the jump for more detail!
Delays By Department of Transportation Claim Another Life
In late 2011, Judy Neiman fell victim to an accident few mothers are forced to deal with. While backing up her Cadillac Escalade in a bank parking lot, she accidentally backed over her daughter, Sydnee, taking her life. The crazy part of the story, Sydnee suffered from a congenital heart defect and survived four open-heart surgeries! Very strong little girl! This possibly could have all been avoided if we only had the technology in place; a new feature that will be mandatory on all vehicles. Hit the jump to find out what exactly… Tat Wza
Auto Talk: DOT to push for new bus driver sleep regulations?
How safe are busses? It’s a good question, and one that the United States Department of Transportation is mulling over after revising work hour regulations for truckers and airline pilots earlier this month. Bus drivers are next on the list, as the USDOT is seeking public comment on allowable on-duty time, according to Bloomberg. Funk Flex
