Wednesday’s Headlines
A 32-year-old man died in a one-car crash. Drivers caused 541 crashes and three serious injuries last week. Transit leaders suggested street design changes at intersections. More headlines ...
7:52 AM GMT-0700 on May 22, 2019
From Streetsblog
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Traffic Violence Report: Drivers caused 541 crashes and three serious injuries last week. (Streetsblog Denver)
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With most traffic fatalities and serious injuries happening at intersections, NATCO transit leaders suggested street design changes. Experts from the organization are working with Denver and other cities to accelerate bike lane construction, which often includes safety elements at intersections. (Streetsblog USA)
Other news
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A 32-year-old man died in a one-car crash that closed I-25 at 58th Ave. (9 News)
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The truck driver suspected of causing last month’s deadly 28-vehicle crash on I-70 posted bail and was released from jail. (Fox 31)
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The driver thanked supporters in a Facebook video. (Denver7)
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With seniors scared for their safety, Billy LoDo wants to eradicate electric scooters from Denver. (5280)
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Boulder delays the rollout of scooters until at least February. (9 News)
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Denver Air Quality Index: 6 a.m.: 32 Good. Yesterday’s max: 35 Good.
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