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politics1 day ago•16 min saved

Trump rallies in Highland Heights to boost GOP in tight Kentucky and Ohio races

President Donald Trump is holding a campaign rally at Truist Arena in Highland Heights, Kentucky, on Saturday to support Republican candidates in competitive midterm races. The event aims to boost turnout for Senate nominee Andy Barr and House candidate Ed Gallrein in Kentucky, while also targeting Ohio voters in nearby districts. Significant traffic delays are expected across the region from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. as local authorities manage security and road closures. This visit follows recent rallies in Youngstown and Dayton, reflecting the GOP's focus on retaining control of the Senate and state legislatures in the Midwest.

via Cincinnati CityBeat|

#campaign-rally #kentucky-politics #midterm-elections

politics1 year ago•5 min saved

Washington D.C. prepares for Trump's military parade amid protests and weather concerns

Washington DC is preparing for a large military parade to celebrate the army’s 250th anniversary, involving tanks, aircraft, and thousands of soldiers, which is expected to cause significant traffic disruptions, city damage, and political controversy, especially given the event's timing with Trump's birthday and the city's political climate.

via The Guardian|

#city-infrastructure #military-parade #politics

events1 year ago•5 min saved

DC Prepares for Trump’s Military Parade Amid Street Closures and Security Measures

The U.S. Army's 250th birthday celebration in Washington D.C. will feature a large parade and festival, leading to extensive street closures, security measures, and traffic disruptions, with an expected crowd of hundreds of thousands and significant logistical planning involving multiple agencies.

via The Washington Post|

#army-parade #dc-streets #events

entertainment2 years ago•2 min saved

"Bad Boys 4 Filming Causes Major Traffic Disruptions in South Florida"

The filming of "Bad Boys 4" in South Florida is causing traffic disruptions from Fort Lauderdale to Miami, with road closures and production impacting various areas. Not much is known about the plot of the movie, expected to be released later this summer, but the filming has attracted attention, including a visit from Will Smith who posted about meeting Lionel Messi and David Beckham.

via WPLG Local 10|

#bad-boys-4 #entertainment #filming

infrastructure2 years ago•1 min saved

The Impact of I-195 Bridge Closure and the Rise of Alternative Transportation

The R.I. Department of Transportation (RIDOT) has released an emergency inspection report revealing structural damage to the Washington Bridge, leading to its immediate closure. The report includes images showing the failure of steel anchor pins that hold major beams in place. The pins, dating back to 1968, had reached the end of their useful life, causing accelerated deterioration. The bridge was last inspected in July and deemed to be in good condition. The closure has resulted in significant traffic disruptions, with the eastbound side expected to reopen in two weeks and the westbound side in at least three months.

via WPRI.com|

#emergency-inspection #infrastructure #ridot

infrastructure2 years ago•3 min saved

Bridge Crisis: McKee Defends Handling, No State of Emergency Yet

Rhode Island Governor Dan McKee defended his administration's handling of the sudden closure of the Washington Bridge, acknowledging the inconvenience caused by the massive traffic disruptions. McKee stated that the closure was due to serious concerns flagged by an engineer, and the decision was made after intensive inspections and meetings. The governor has no plans to declare a state of emergency at this time but is exploring alternative solutions. The bridge is expected to take at least three months to repair, and efforts are being made to expedite the process. The closure is part of Rhode Island's ongoing efforts to address its deteriorating bridges.

via WPRI.com|

#bridge-closure #governor-dan-mckee #infrastructure

transportation2 years ago•1 min saved

I-195 West at Washington Bridge to be Closed by RIDOT

The Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT) has closed the westbound side of the Washington Bridge due to critical failure of some original bridge components from the 1960s. The closure will cause major disruptions, with drivers being detoured onto Broadway in East Providence and having to use alternate routes. Depending on the severity of the repairs needed, the closure could last for three months or more. Additionally, two lanes of I-195 East near Exit 1A will be closed for approximately two weeks, further impacting traffic.

via WPRI.com|

#bridge-closure #ridot #seekonk-river

transportation3 years ago•3 min saved

"Traffic Chaos: Ted Williams Tunnel Closes for Urgent Organ Transplant as Sumner Tunnel Remains Shut"

The Ted Williams Tunnel in Boston was briefly closed due to a medical emergency to facilitate an organ transplant, causing brief delays for drivers on Interstate 90. The closure comes as the Sumner Tunnel remains shut down for an eight-week project, leading to heavy traffic disruptions and motorists transitioning to alternate routes. MassDOT officials have worked with State Police to prioritize and guide ambulances through the Ted Williams Tunnel during the Sumner Tunnel closure.

via WCVB Boston|

#massdot #organ-transplant #sumner-tunnel

transportation3 years ago•0 min saved

New Buc-ee's opening causes traffic concerns while competition heats up for world's largest location.

TDOT warns of potential traffic disruptions as the largest travel center in the world, Buc-ee's, is set to open on Monday at I-40 Exit 407 in Sevierville, Tennessee. This is the second Buc-ee's in Tennessee, with the other one located in Crossville.

via Local 3 News|

#buc-ees #sevierville #tdot