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Florida Department of Transportation Highlights Innovative Safety Measures as Part of Rail Safety Week
FDOT marks Rail Safety Week September 21–27 with new safety standards, crossing improvements, enforcement and tips to prevent railroad tragedies.
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From Florida Department of Transportation
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9/21/26
Rising Oil Prices Push Florida Gas Prices to 4-Month Highs
Florida gas prices rose sharply as crude oil costs climbed, with the state average reaching $4.30 per gallon Sunday, up 15 cents from a week ago.
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From AAA
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9/21/26
Many Florida Children Move to Seat Belts Too Soon
Children can lose important crash protection when they move to the next restraint stage before they're ready or when a car seat is not used correctly. AAA urges parents to regularly check seat belt fit, harness tightness, and installation.
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From AAA
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9/20/26
Florida Highway Patrol to Host Hiring Event for State Law Enforcement Dispatchers in Sanford
The Florida Highway Patrol will host a streamlined hiring event October 9–10 in Sanford for applicants interested in state law enforcement dispatcher positions.
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From FHP
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9/20/26
AAA Encourages Floridians to Plan Holiday Vacations Now
AAA says Florida travelers should begin planning Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's trips now, as booking early can provide more options, flexibility and potential savings.
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From AAA
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9/20/26
Florida's One-of-a-Kind Facility to Advance the Future of Transportation
Florida's SunTrax is expanding into flying-car technology, with eVTOL testing planned by year-end alongside autonomous vehicle research in Polk County.
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From Florida Department of Transportation
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9/7/26
More Than 1 in 4 Florida Drivers Don't Secure Their Dogs
A new AAA survey finds 28% of Florida dog owners let their pets ride unrestrained. Learn how to keep dogs safe and reduce distractions while driving.
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From AAA
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9/7/26
Howard Frankland Bridge Project Recognized for Operational Excellence in 2026 America’s Transportation Awards
The Howard Frankland Bridge project has won a regional 2026 America’s Transportation Award for improving capacity, connectivity and travel reliability in Tampa Bay.
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From Florida Department of Transportation
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9/7/26
Many Drivers View Speeding as Normal Despite Deadly Risks
New AAA research finds speeding has become normalized among many drivers, while nearly 30% of 2024 traffic fatalities involved speeding.
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From AAA
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8/23/26
FDOT Awarded FRA Grant to Install One-of-a-Kind Rail Safety Features at Crossings Statewide
FDOT receives $356 million federal grant, combined with $100 million in state funding, to upgrade more than 900 Florida railroad crossings and improve safety.
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From FDOT
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8/23/26
Tolling on the New Howard Frankland Bridge (I-275) Express Lanes Now Operational
Tolls are now collected on the new I-275 Express Lanes across the Howard Frankland Bridge, giving Tampa Bay drivers a new travel option between Pinellas and Hillsborough counties.
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From FDOT
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8/23/26
Sending Kids to College? Parents Urged to Review Insurance Coverage First
AAA urges families to review auto, renters, property, and roadside assistance coverage before students head to college to avoid unexpected insurance gaps.
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From AAA
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8/23/26
3 Florida Commutes Drivers Would Take a $3.2k Pay Cut to Avoid
A new survey finds 59% of workers would accept a lower salary for a shorter commute, with Orlando's I-4 ranking as Florida's most costly commute to avoid.
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By Amanda Augustine, Resume.io
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8/23/26
This Florida airport was the only one of 144 to record a perfect score for website cybersecurity
Southwest Florida International Airport ranks as America’s most secure airport website, earning a perfect 100 for cybersecurity in a study of 144 major airports.
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From GoLogin.com
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8/9/26
E-Bikes, School Zones, and Bus Stops: Back-to-School Traffic Creates New Safety Risks
AAA urges drivers, students, and e-bike riders to use extra caution as back-to-school traffic brings heavier congestion, buses, pedestrians, and e-riders.
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From AAA
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8/9/26
When Summer Hazards Threaten Your Vacation, When Is it Too Late for Travel Insurance?
AAA urges summer travelers to consider travel insurance as hurricanes, wildfires, flooding, and severe weather threaten late-season travel plans.
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From AAA
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8/9/26
Florida Highway Patrol Partners with FDOT District Seven for Safer Roads
Florida Highway Patrol and FDOT District Seven are increasing enforcement on high-crash Tampa Bay roadways to reduce crashes, injuries, and fatalities.
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From Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles
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8/9/26
ICYMI: Gov. DeSantis Advances Academic Partnership Between University of Florida and University of St. Andrews in Scotland
Florida and the U.K. strengthen ties through a new University of Florida and University of St Andrews partnership focused on research, innovation, trade, and technology.
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From Florida Department of Transportation
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8/9/26
ICYMI: Eve Air Mobility and FDOT Partner to Advance Advanced Air Mobility in Florida
Eve Air Mobility and the Florida Department of Transportation are partnering at SunTrax Air to advance eVTOL research and prepare Florida for Advanced Air Mobility.
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From Florida Department of Transportation
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7/26/26
Travel-phobic? An expert’s step-by-step guide to a stress-free journey
Learn practical tips to reduce travel stress, manage flying anxiety, and make your journey a more relaxing part of your summer vacation.
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By Mike Rollins, Olofly
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7/26/26
One of the Most-Missed DMV Questions Could Affect School Bus Safety
A new study reveals the 10 most-missed permit test questions in America, highlighting common mistakes involving right-of-way, school buses, and defensive driving.
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By Zutobi
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7/26/26
2026 Best Looking Cruiser Contest - Florida Wins for the 4th Year
The Florida Highway Patrol captured its fourth consecutive Best Looking Cruiser title and will be featured on the cover of the 2027 AAST wall calendar.
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From Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles
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7/26/26
Florida Highway Patrol Graduates the 155th Basic Recruit Class
The Florida Highway Patrol welcomed 43 new State Troopers following the graduation of Basic Recruit Class 155 after 29 weeks of intensive training.
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From FHP
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7/26/26
Florida Gas Prices are 5 Cents Higher than a Week Ago
Florida gas prices could climb as rising tensions in the Middle East push oil prices higher. AAA says uncertainty over global fuel supplies may keep gasoline prices volatile in the weeks ahead.
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From AAA
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7/13/26
Federal audits of truck crashes reveal widespread compliance gaps
Federal audits found thousands of truck driving schools may not meet minimum training standards, raising concerns about commercial driver preparedness, highway safety, and accountability after truck crashes.
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From Monty L. Cain for Cain Law
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7/12/26
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