Tag: road safety

Why the Driver Walks Free After Fatal Crash with Nuclear Scientist

A suspended sentence in the fatal crash that killed former Los Alamos National Laboratory director Charles McMillan raises questions about accountability, plea bargains and how the justice system treats deadly traffic collisions.

Pedestrian Deaths Drop Again—New Mexico Sheds Worst-In-Nation Ranking

Pedestrian deaths fall again in New Mexico, pushing the state out of the worst-in-US ranking after years of deadly post-pandemic spikes.

Pedestrian Dies in Santa Fe Crash; DUI Suspected in Driver’s Arrest

A pedestrian was killed in a pre-dawn crash in Santa Fe, with police arresting the driver for suspected DUI as the investigation continues.

Heading to Chimayó? Here’s What NMDOT is Doing — And What Pilgrims Should Remember

NMDOT deploys signs, lighting, and rerouting plans as thousands head to Chimayó, while reminding pilgrims and drivers to stay alert.