Speeding Driver Blows Through Red Light, Leading to Deadly Crash
There was a deadly crash at Glenlake and Kimball avenues last Thursday. A driver ran a red light and hit an SUV carrying seven people – three of them small children. Zainab Suboh, who was visiting her children before Ramadan begins, was killed. Her husband suffered multiple serious injuries. Thankfully, her children and grandchildren survived.…
Read MoreIs the CPSC’s Bizarre Twitter Campaign Against Product Defects Working?
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) focuses on warning Americans about specific unsafe products that they should no longer use. Over the last couple years, the agency has been using Twitter to post bizarre and entertaining tweets to let us know about the latest product defects and safety tips, which is a modern and…
Read MoreWhy Do Truck Fatalities Keep Increasing Each Year?
Truck driving, a once stable cornerstone profession, has seen a dark trend emerging in recent years. Despite the advancements in technology and safety regulations, fatal truck accidents are on the rise in a big way. There are more than 3.5 million people in America working as truckers ranging from long-haul drivers, who ship items from…
Read MoreDeadly Hit-and-Run on Lake Street Proves Suburbs Are Dangerous, Too
On Saturday night at around 7:00pm, a man named Benjamin A. Jorgenson was fatally struck by two vehicles while he tried to cross Lake Street in Bartlett. Both drivers left the scene. An investigation is ongoing, but ABC 7 reports that some debris from the deadly collision may indicate what types of vehicles they were:…
Read MoreWhich Neck Injuries May Require Surgery?
Being local to the Chicago area, we understand the difficulties that come with driving in “The Windy City.” While there are always new and exciting things to discover, such as stunning architecture, diverse culture, and exceptional cuisine, driving Chicago’s roads can be hazardous. Potholes, roadwork and extreme weather are major obstacles that even the most…
Read MoreChicago’s Road Designs Are Deadly
The New Year started out on a somber note with yet another tragedy. On January 2nd, another person was killed at the Red Line station intersection at 79th Street. The unnamed pedestrian was attempting to cross the street at a crosswalk as a driver hastily blew through a red light and struck the pedestrian. The…
Read MoreThere Was a Deadly Drag Racing Accident in Chicago’s Far South Side
On Saturday night, drag racing on the 10000 block of South Halsted Street turned deadly. According to news reports, one of the vehicles hit a wall and burst into flames, and three people died on the scene. Because the incident is still under investigation, details are scant. In August of last year, we talked about…
Read MoreIs the Popularity of Electric Cars Causing More Dangerous Roads?
Tesla and more traditional brands like Chevrolet, BMW, and Ford have started manufacturing electric-powered engines in recent years. Many believe that turning from gas to electric is better for the environment, offers a smoother ride, and will ultimately save on costs. Newer models may also include additional safety features like automatic emergency braking, lane departure…
Read MoreTips to Prevent Kids’ Sledding-Related Tragedies
The recent snowfall in Chicago left only a few inches on the ground, which is unusual for this time of year. By the end of January, we typically see at least 10 inches more than that overall. However, this does not necessarily mean that residents are saved from experiencing their typical Chicago winter—it may just…
Read MoreAnother Hit-and-Run Marks Chicago’s 4th Fatality This Year
On Tuesday, January 10th, a black sedan was traveling westbound in East Garfield Park around 10:45 p.m. when they hit a pedestrian attempting to cross the street. This area of West Lake Street is known for their “L” shaped pillars. However, those famous pillars are also known to cause decreased visibility for both drivers and…
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