Norfolk Southern to pay millions for Ohio train derailment, governor says
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro says Norfolk Southern will pay millions of dollars to cover the cost of the response and recovery in Pennsylvania after a derailment of a train carrying toxic chemicals across the border in Ohio.
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro says Norfolk Southern will pay millions of dollars to cover the cost of the response and recovery in Pennsylvania after a derailment of a train carrying toxic chemicals across the border in Ohio.
Propane tanker upright after overturning during derailment in Manatee County
Two days after a train carrying propane derailed near the Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport, U.S. Congressman Vern Buchanan joined local leaders on a tour of the area as clean-up continued.
Two days after a train carrying propane derailed near the Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport, U.S. Congressman Vern Buchanan joined local leaders on a tour of the area as clean-up continued.
Spring Break season expected to bring record number of travelers to TPA
Tourism is one of Florida's biggest economic drivers, and for many visiting the state, Tampa International Airport is the first and last thing they see.
Tourism is one of Florida's biggest economic drivers, and for many visiting the state, Tampa International Airport is the first and last thing they see.
Ohio senators introduce rail safety bill after train derailment
The bipartisan legislation would subject all trains carrying hazardous materials to additional safety regulations and state notification requirements, and increase penalties for violations.
The bipartisan legislation would subject all trains carrying hazardous materials to additional safety regulations and state notification requirements, and increase penalties for violations.
Ashley Drive project to reconnect Tampa neighborhoods divided by interstate
The city of Tampa is ready to reconnect neighborhoods divided by I-275. The plan is one of several safety improvement projects in the pipeline.
The city of Tampa is ready to reconnect neighborhoods divided by I-275. The plan is one of several safety improvement projects in the pipeline.
Train derailments have declined in recent years, but they’re not uncommon, US data shows
Federal U.S. data shows there were 1,087 train derailments in 2021 — which averages to just under three each day. Most are ordinary and don't cause any major problems.
Federal U.S. data shows there were 1,087 train derailments in 2021 — which averages to just under three each day. Most are ordinary and don't cause any major problems.
Buttigieg urges railroads to improve safety changes after fiery Ohio derailment
Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg announced safety reforms Tuesday and said the Department of Transportation will hold the railroad responsible for safety violations that contributed to the Feb. 3 crash near the Pennsylvania border.
Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg announced safety reforms Tuesday and said the Department of Transportation will hold the railroad responsible for safety violations that contributed to the Feb. 3 crash near the Pennsylvania border.
New portion of State Road 52 opened in Pasco County
The Florida Department of Transportation opened a new portion of State Road 52 in Pasco County Friday that local and state leaders hope will alleviate traffic in a fast-growing part of the Tampa Bay area.
The Florida Department of Transportation opened a new portion of State Road 52 in Pasco County Friday that local and state leaders hope will alleviate traffic in a fast-growing part of the Tampa Bay area.
Hillsborough commissioners approve plan for transportation tax money to send to Tallahassee
Hillsborough County commissioners approved a wishlist of transportation projects to send to Tallahassee as local and state lawmakers try to determine how to use funds from the county's defunct transportation sales tax.
Hillsborough County commissioners approved a wishlist of transportation projects to send to Tallahassee as local and state lawmakers try to determine how to use funds from the county's defunct transportation sales tax.
Southwest Airlines exec offers up explanation for Christmas meltdown
Chief operating officer Andrew Watterson said it 'struggled to keep the operation moving' at 'key airports.'
Chief operating officer Andrew Watterson said it 'struggled to keep the operation moving' at 'key airports.'
Florida governor wants refunds issued to eligible Hillsborough taxpayers for failed transportation tax
Governor Ron DeSantis has issued a directive to refund taxpayers for the $570 million raised by Hillsborough County through its now-defunct transportation sales surtax.
Governor Ron DeSantis has issued a directive to refund taxpayers for the $570 million raised by Hillsborough County through its now-defunct transportation sales surtax.
Release of toxic chemicals from derailed Ohio tanker cars begins
Officials warned the controlled burn would send phosgene and hydrogen chloride into the air. Phosgene is a highly toxic gas that can cause vomiting and breathing trouble and was used as a weapon in World War I.
Officials warned the controlled burn would send phosgene and hydrogen chloride into the air. Phosgene is a highly toxic gas that can cause vomiting and breathing trouble and was used as a weapon in World War I.
Southwest Airlines reducing minimum requirements for pilots: report
Southwest Airlines says recruiting change is aligned with hiring at or above FAA requirements.
Southwest Airlines says recruiting change is aligned with hiring at or above FAA requirements.
50-car train derailment causes massive fire, evacuations in Ohio
About 50 cars derailed in East Palestine as a train was carrying a variety of freight from Madison, Illinois, to Conway, Pennsylvania.
About 50 cars derailed in East Palestine as a train was carrying a variety of freight from Madison, Illinois, to Conway, Pennsylvania.
Florida communities receive about $65 million from federal grant to help makes streets safer
Communities across Florida received about $65 million in federal grant money to make streets safer whether you walk, bike or drive.
Communities across Florida received about $65 million in federal grant money to make streets safer whether you walk, bike or drive.
Gov. DeSantis announces plan aimed at reducing traffic congestion on some of Florida's busiest roads
Governor Ron DeSantis just announced a plan to reduce traffic congestion on some of the state’s busiest roads, including I-4.
Governor Ron DeSantis just announced a plan to reduce traffic congestion on some of the state’s busiest roads, including I-4.
Hillsborough County outlines spending plan for $570M in transportation tax proceeds
Hillsborough County Board of Commissioners will outline their proposed plans for how to spend more than half a billion dollars collected from the transportation sales surtax approved by voters in November 2018 and later struck down in court.
Hillsborough County Board of Commissioners will outline their proposed plans for how to spend more than half a billion dollars collected from the transportation sales surtax approved by voters in November 2018 and later struck down in court.
'It’s called malfunction junction for a reason': Changes on the way for I-275, I-4 interchange
Traffic is always backed up during rush hour on Interstates 275 and 4 in Tampa, but construction will begin soon on potential solutions.
Traffic is always backed up during rush hour on Interstates 275 and 4 in Tampa, but construction will begin soon on potential solutions.
Tampa International Airport in top 10 for most firearms found at TSA checkpoints in 2022
Three Florida airports ranked in the top 10 last year for firearms found in carry-on luggage, according to TSA officials. Tampa ranked 10th on the list with 131 firearms found.
Three Florida airports ranked in the top 10 last year for firearms found in carry-on luggage, according to TSA officials. Tampa ranked 10th on the list with 131 firearms found.
Airline execs pushing for more spending, staff after FAA systems failure
Airlines are calling on federal authorities to bolster FAA staff and spending after its technological glitch earlier this week.
Airlines are calling on federal authorities to bolster FAA staff and spending after its technological glitch earlier this week.