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The pedestrian, a resident of the apartment complex, informed the Trooper that his 12-year-old daughter had missed her bus and was followed by a large male on foot who repeatedly tried to engage her in conversation as she made her way back to their residence. more
After reaching a historic low in 2009, pedestrian deaths have risen by over 80% in the past 15 years. more
Hit-and-run crashes often occur during dawn, dusk, low light, or inclement weather. Pedestrians and cyclists represent the highest number of fatalities. Here's how to help. more
"The discount at the pump came as a result of a decline in the price of crude oil," said Mark Jenkins, spokesman, AAA - The Auto Club Group. more
Yesterday, while conducting interdiction efforts on Interstate 75 (I-75) in Sumter County, Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) Troopers initiated a traffic stop on a black 2019 Range Rover after witnessing multiple traffic violations. more
For the first time ever, AAA is releasing a cruise forecast for the year ahead. It examines the number of U.S. residents that will take an ocean cruise from a U.S. or international port. more
Florida's state average has mostly hovered between $2.99 and $3.15 since early September. However, during the past two weeks, the state average exceeded $3.20 per gallon. more
The keystone of the campaign is a new website, www.TransitConnectsFlorida.com, which will enable residents to “Find Your Ride” through a transit system matching tool. more
Yesterday, while conducting traffic enforcement in Polk County, Troopers with the Florida Highway Patrol observed a grey Chrysler Pacifica westbound on Ernie Caldwell Boulevard.  The Pacifica had New York license plates and had been reported stolen. more
Moving over for ANY disabled vehicle on the side of the road, including law enforcement, emergency responders, and other service vehicles, is crucial for maintaining safety on Florida’s roadways. more
"Although the daily average price is slightly more expensive, Florida gas prices remain within the same range they've been in for the past four months," said Mark Jenkins, spokesman, AAA. more
Around 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, December 31, a Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) trooper was traveling northbound on Interstate 95 (I-95) near mile marker 290 in pursuit of a vehicle with a BOLO (Be on the Lookout) alert due to the driver of the vehicle making suicidal threats. more
AAA will work to help stranded motorists while also keeping impaired drivers off the road this holiday season. Read on to learn more. more
"The successful graduation of these new State Troopers highlights a commitment by them and their loved ones to serve and protect Florida's residents and visitors courteously." - FHP Colonel Gary Howze II more
Every year, AAA responds to over 30 million calls for roadside assistance across the country, which is one call every two seconds. Tragically, two emergency responders are killed every month. This includes AAA roadside technicians. more
Gas prices typically move lower through the winter months, because of colder weather, lower demand, and gasoline supply gains. more
The program is available in Florida and other select states (see below), offering a safe ride for would-be impaired drivers and their vehicles. more
"While higher oil prices should cause an uptick in prices at the pump, it's unlikely to be significant enough to cause people to cancel travel plans." - Mark Jenkins, AAA more
The state average peaked mid-week at $3.15 per gallon, then moved lower through the weekend.  more
"Over the weekend, more than 60% of Florida filling stations had gas prices below $3 a gallon," said Mark Jenkins, spokesman for AAA. more
“Stuff the Charger” food drive is a statewide effort to support Floridians this holiday season. Through November 30, the department is collecting all non-perishable food donations for food banks across the state. more
"Conditions are much improved compared to this time last week, when retailers struggled to keep their gas pumps stocked, due to the spike in demand from Hurricane Milton," said Mark Jenkins, spokesman, AAA. more
“Now that students are back in school full time, fall travelers often enjoy smaller crowds and lower prices. This is why Autumn can be an ideal time to travel internationally, especially to Europe.” Debbie Haas, AAA more
"The price gains are being attributed to optimism that the Federal Reserve's interest rate cut would boost the global economy and energy demand." - Mark Jenkins, AAA more
Timing is critical during an emergency. In many cases, it is the difference between life and death. more
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