ADOT replaces worn out rubberized asphalt with specialized concrete smoothing process

ADOT replaces worn out rubberized asphalt with specialized concrete smoothing process

The Arizona Department of Transportation is replacing older, worn out sections of rubberized asphalt across several Valley freeways by diamond grading, which creates a lighter, smoother surface and reduces tire noise.

The Arizona Department of Transportation is replacing older, worn out sections of rubberized asphalt across several Valley freeways by diamond grading, which creates a lighter, smoother surface and reduces tire noise.

Waymo expands driverless rideshare service - here's where you can use it

Waymo expands driverless rideshare service - here's where you can use it

Now, Waymo One riders will be able to access an extra 45 square miles of the Valley. The expansion reaches further north to uptown Phoenix and the Gainey Ranch area and as far south as South Mountain Village.

Now, Waymo One riders will be able to access an extra 45 square miles of the Valley. The expansion reaches further north to uptown Phoenix and the Gainey Ranch area and as far south as South Mountain Village.

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Waymo expands driverless rideshare service

Starting July 7, riders can now get an autonomous vehicle further north and south of Phoenix. Some Valley landmarks that will now be served by the expansion include Camelback Mountain, McCormick Ranch, and the Farm at South Mountain.

Starting July 7, riders can now get an autonomous vehicle further north and south of Phoenix. Some Valley landmarks that will now be served by the expansion include Camelback Mountain, McCormick Ranch, and the Farm at South Mountain.

Drainage system fixed along I-17 in flood prone areas in Phoenix

Drainage system fixed along I-17 in flood prone areas in Phoenix

A drainage system on I-17 in Phoenix in a spot that commonly becomes flooded during stormy periods, like monsoon season, has been replaced. Work on the new system began in the spring of 2020 and its cost was $38 million.

A drainage system on I-17 in Phoenix in a spot that commonly becomes flooded during stormy periods, like monsoon season, has been replaced. Work on the new system began in the spring of 2020 and its cost was $38 million.

Passengers see fewer flight cancellations, delays for July 4th weekend

Passengers see fewer flight cancellations, delays for July 4th weekend

One of the biggest concerns was whether 5G signals would interfere with aircraft equipment that's critical when planes land in low visibility.

One of the biggest concerns was whether 5G signals would interfere with aircraft equipment that's critical when planes land in low visibility.

Most pickup trucks ‘fall short’ in rear seat safety, new study finds

Most pickup trucks ‘fall short’ in rear seat safety, new study finds

“All these things tell us that the rear seat belts need improvement,” the president of the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety wrote.

“All these things tell us that the rear seat belts need improvement,” the president of the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety wrote.

Amtrak train derailment: Crews work to clear tracks in Moorpark

Amtrak train derailment: Crews work to clear tracks in Moorpark

An Amtrak train carrying 198 passengers derailed Wednesday after striking a water truck on the tracks in Moorpark; 15 people were injured.

An Amtrak train carrying 198 passengers derailed Wednesday after striking a water truck on the tracks in Moorpark; 15 people were injured.

Yamaha will stop making snowmobiles after 50+ years

Yamaha will stop making snowmobiles after 50+ years

The company announced Wednesday, "it will be difficult to continue a sustainable business in the snowmobile market."

The company announced Wednesday, "it will be difficult to continue a sustainable business in the snowmobile market."

Gov. Newsom signs interim budget on BART, vowing to give public transit $5.1 billion

Gov. Newsom signs interim budget on BART, vowing to give public transit $5.1 billion

Standing at the North Concord/Martinez BART station, Gov. Gavin Newsom on Wednesday announced the new state budget proposal includes over $5 billion for public transit statewide, possibly giving a much-needed boost to the cash-strapped BART. 

Standing at the North Concord/Martinez BART station, Gov. Gavin Newsom on Wednesday announced the new state budget proposal includes over $5 billion for public transit statewide, possibly giving a much-needed boost to the cash-strapped BART. 

United CEO Scott Kirby slams FAA for flight cancellations, delays

United CEO Scott Kirby slams FAA for flight cancellations, delays

The head of United Airlines lambasted the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) claiming that air traffic control staffing problems led to flight disruptions in the New York City area over the weekend. 

The head of United Airlines lambasted the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) claiming that air traffic control staffing problems led to flight disruptions in the New York City area over the weekend. 

US government to award $1.7 billion to buy electric and low-emission buses

US government to award $1.7 billion to buy electric and low-emission buses

The grants will allow transit agencies and governments to buy 1,700 U.S.-built buses, and half of the vehicles will have zero carbon emissions.

The grants will allow transit agencies and governments to buy 1,700 U.S.-built buses, and half of the vehicles will have zero carbon emissions.

Yellowstone River bridge collapses, freight train falls into waters below

Yellowstone River bridge collapses, freight train falls into waters below

Numerous tank cars were partially submerged in the river early Saturday, with an Associated Press reporter witnessing a yellow liquid pouring out of tank cars.

Numerous tank cars were partially submerged in the river early Saturday, with an Associated Press reporter witnessing a yellow liquid pouring out of tank cars.

Gov. Hobbs vetoes bill to extend transportation sales tax in Maricopa County

Gov. Hobbs vetoes bill to extend transportation sales tax in Maricopa County

The legislation approved in party-line votes would have prohibited the sales tax dollars from being used in Maricopa County to expand a light-rail line to the state Capitol, which was criticized by Republican lawmakers as a waste.

The legislation approved in party-line votes would have prohibited the sales tax dollars from being used in Maricopa County to expand a light-rail line to the state Capitol, which was criticized by Republican lawmakers as a waste.

Submarine used for tourist visits to Titanic wreckage goes missing in the Atlantic

Submarine used for tourist visits to Titanic wreckage goes missing in the Atlantic

A search is underway for a missing submersible that carries people to view the wreckage of the Titanic. Canadian officials say the five-person submersible was reported overdue Sunday night about 435 miles south of St. John's, Newfoundland.

A search is underway for a missing submersible that carries people to view the wreckage of the Titanic. Canadian officials say the five-person submersible was reported overdue Sunday night about 435 miles south of St. John's, Newfoundland.

Virgin Galactic announces first commercial spaceflights this summer

Virgin Galactic announces first commercial spaceflights this summer

Virgin Galactic's first commercial spaceflight is scheduled to be a research mission launched June 27, followed by a private astronaut flight in August.

Virgin Galactic's first commercial spaceflight is scheduled to be a research mission launched June 27, followed by a private astronaut flight in August.