New Pa. distracted driving law takes effect June 5
A new law restricting distracted driving will go into effect on June 5, 2025. The law bans drivers from holding a cellphone or other handheld device while on a highway. Drivers also may not use their devices if they are temporarily stopped in traffic or at a red light. Hands-free cell phone use via Bluetooth or voice commands is allowed.
Pa. tries new tactics to keep road workers safe
With PennDOT in the middle of its construction season, which continues through October, thoughts turn to the safety of those workers who are working along busy Pennsylvania and York County roadways.
PA Turnpike ready to kick off summer travel season
During the Memorial Day holiday weekend, from May 23 to May 26, the PA Turnpike projects 2.19 million motorists will travel the PA Turnpike to get to their destination, a 2.9% increase compared to the same period in 2024.
Pa. extends program to attract new cargo to Pa. ports
With Pennsylvania’s ports connecting the Commonwealth to the world, supporting tens of thousands of jobs, and spurring economic growth, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation is encouraging ocean carriers moving containerized cargo to apply to the Pennsylvania Intermodal Cargo Growth Incentive Program.