Nevada’s in the top 10, but it’s for a subject we shouldn’t be proud of. When it comes to vehicle accidents, Nevada ranks number five in states with the most pedestrian fatalities.
Between 2008 and 2017, drivers struck and killed 601 people who were walking on streets in Nevada, the overwhelming majority of them them in Clark County. That’s about an average of 60 people per year, according to Smart Growth America, which lists Nevada 11th in pedestrian fatalities.
The City of Las Vegas is moving forward with laying the groundwork to put in another pedestrian bridge on the Strip. The bridge would be located at Sahara and Las Vegas Boulevard.
A 60-year-old driver for Federal Express was killed last night while trying to help the driver of a Corvette, according to authorities.
As traffic safety enforcers and experts try to solve the countywide problem of crashes and fatalities, others are taking a closer look at what makes some Valley roads more dangerous than others and what safety measures can be implemented to reduce deaths.
People are dying in Nevada from traffic fatalities at a record rate. And it needs to stop.
Boulder Highway was once known as one of the deadliest roads in Clark County. After $1.5 million in safety, enhancements were recently completed.
Some local thoroughfares—with their wide, multiple lanes and high speed limits—are designed for drivers to navigate through the vastness of the rolling desert. But that means they can be a hazard for pedestrians.
Some local thoroughfares—with their wide, multiple lanes and high speed limits—are designed for drivers to navigate through the vastness of the rolling desert. But that means they can be a hazard for pedestrians.
The Las Vegas valley's DUI Strike Force says 32 drunk drivers ended up behind bars to begin the new year.
Las Vegas roadways are full of people heading to and from school, work and everywhere in between. And many residents take to the streets on foot.
On Tuesday night, a pedestrian was struck and killed while crossing the street on Flamingo near Burnham.