California Democrats urge feds to approve high-speed rail funding before DOGE nixes ‘boondoggle’
Several leading California Democrats are asking the U.S. Department of Transportation to approve a request for $536 million in federal funding to help advance the state's long-awaited high-speed rail network. This funding would come from funds already generally allocated to “federal-state partnerships.”[s] Intercity passenger rail subsidies were obtained through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Act of 2021 […]
Motorcycling Santa Claus outruns Florida police in 120mph, high-speed chase and gets away: video
Santa traded his sleigh and reindeer for Hot Wheels and ignored the law. Wild dashcam footage shows a motorcyclist dressed as Santa Claus outrunning Florida police in a high-speed chase and merry-making his way, leaving the officers behind on Saturday night. A man dressed as Santa Claus eluded police in Florida on Saturday night. florida […]
California Democrats Ask Buttigieg for Half a Billion Dollars for High-Speed Rail Before Trump Takes Office
Democratic Sens. Alex Padilla and Adam Schiff joined Rep. Pete Aguilar, D-San Bernardino. Jim Costa, D-Fresno; San Jose Democrat Zoe Lofgren on Friday called on Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg to approve $536 million for the project. In a letter to Buttigieg, they called the project “essential.” This funding will fund design work for the first […]
Homeowner opens fire on suspected burglar — who heads into another residence, steals truck, leads cops on high-speed chase
On Friday afternoon, a homeowner in Sacramento, Calif., opened fire on a robbery suspect, who then drove to another home, stole a truck and led police on a high-speed chase. Sacramento County Sheriff's Office told KOVR-TV At 3 p.m., officers received a report of a robbery along Chandler Drive in south Sacramento. Sheriff's spokesperson Amar […]
The high-speed clay technique shaking up home construction
Remember those ancient clay structures you learned about in history class? Well, clay has re-entered the world of architecture in a big way and is getting a high-tech makeover. Thanks to a cutting-edge process called impact printing, clay may just be the building material of the future. Get security alerts, tips from experts – Sign […]
Naked Suspect Leads High-Speed Police Chase with Child in Back Seat, Later Found Hiding in Recycling Bin
At first glance it appeared to be a routine police chase, but viewers were shocked when officers realised the suspect, who was veering into oncoming traffic at a dangerous speed, was naked and had his four-year-old son in the car. Washington state sheriff's deputies, already searching for Jacob Matthew Patterson in connection with a stolen […]
Solar-powered blimp could bring high-speed internet to your area
Have you ever been frustrated by losing your internet connection while camping, hiking, or living in a remote area? Whether you're trying to stay in touch with family, access important information, or simply enjoy your favorite streaming service, losing your internet connection can be a real hassle. For many of us, it's a daily struggle. […]
Missouri police officer mom killed during high-speed chase, leaves behind 6 children
A Missouri police officer and mother of six was killed early Sunday after losing control of her patrol vehicle during a high-speed pursuit, authorities said. Police Chief Todd Davis said at a press conference that Officer Phylicia Carson, 33, of the Osage Beach Police Department was on patrol at approximately 1:18 a.m. when she spotted […]
Missouri police officer, mom-of-six Phylicia Carson killed in crash during high-speed pursuit
A Missouri police officer and mother of six was killed during a high-speed pursuit after losing control of her patrol car during a traffic stop. Osage Beach Police Officer Phylicia Carson, 33, was on patrol around 1:20 a.m. Sunday when she spotted a vehicle traveling at a high rate of speed on a rural road […]
‘Insolvent And Foolish’: Biden-Harris Admin Gives Millions To High-Speed Rail Project That Has Been Stalled For Years
The Biden administration has awarded Amtrak more than $60 million for a high-speed rail project in Texas that has stalled after failing to attract private investment, according to grant records. Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) Granted On August 2, Amtrak was awarded $63.9 million for the Texas High-Speed Rail Corridor project, which has been under the […]