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Truck Driver Critiques RCMP Response Amidst Greyhound Bus Incident A truck driver who intervened to assist Greyhound passengers during a violent incident on July 31 near Portage la Prairie, Manitoba, is expressing dissatisfaction with the RCMP’s handling of the situation. Christopher Alguire, a long
South Florida Trucking Company Owner Arrested for Insurance Fraud A trucking company owner in South Florida was apprehended last month for allegedly selling fake insurance policies that totaled nearly $60,000 to local truckers, as reported by Florida Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Jimmy Patronis. Det
The opinions presented in this article are strictly those of the authors and do not reflect the views of FreightWaves or its associates. By Jake Medwell and Loren A. Smith Jr. With a new administration in Washington and significant transportation legislation on the horizon, Jake Medwell, founding pa
1 Transformation in Preaching Jay LeRette experiences a significant transformation when he delivers his sermons. A mild-mannered Midwesterner at heart, who enjoys country gospel and has a trained horse that can roll over, he becomes a compelling figure—full of energy and passionate conviction. At 64
According to reports, the truck was transporting medical equipment to a hospital in Macon. MONROE COUNTY, Ga. — UPDATE: As per GDOT’s 511 website, all lanes on Highway 74 have been reopened following an accident involving a truck carrying radioactive medical supplies in Monroe County on Monday. ORIG
Editor’s Note: This article was revised on March 8, 2023, as the initial version did not align with CNN’s editorial guidelines. CNN — Support for Truckers’ Protest Senator Rand Paul, a Republican from Kentucky, expressed his backing for a group of Canadian truckers whose protests against Covid-19 va
Overview of FreightWaves Since its inception in 2017, FreightWaves has employed a talented team of award-winning journalists to share both positive and negative developments within the transportation and logistics sectors. Market Dynamics Over the years, the freight transportation industry has exper
New Trucking Trade Group Formed A newly established trade organization focused on trucking has emerged in Washington, primarily concentrating on one key issue: the status of independent contractors. Introducing TIE The group, named Truckers Integral to our Economy (TIE), is led by executive director
Truck Driver’s Sun Damage: A Cautionary Tale A striking photo of a truck driver emphasizes the severe effects of prolonged sun exposure on the left side of his face, serving as a powerful reminder to always apply SPF before heading outdoors. Noteworthy Portrait Featured in the New England Journal of
