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🚘💥🚖Provo News: Provo Truck Driver Has Moderate Injuries in Accident, U.S. Fines American Airlines $50 Million for Disability Violations.

🚘💥🚖Provo News: Provo Truck Driver Has Moderate Injuries in Accident, U.S. Fines American Airlines $50 Million for Disability Violations.

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Truck Driver and Passenger Sustain Moderate Injuries in Accident

Three people were injured in a serious crash in Provo on Tuesday afternoon. The incident occurred around 3:15 p.m. when a Toyota Scion made a left turn in front of a Nissan truck on State Street, leading to a collision. Both drivers had to be extracted from their vehicles. The Scion driver sustained life-threatening injuries but was later stabilized. The truck driver and a passenger were moderately injured, and all three were taken to Utah Valley Hospital. The accident caused a temporary road closure as police investigated.

National News

U.S. Fines American Airlines $50 Million for Disability Violations

The U.S. Department of Transportation has fined American Airlines $50 million for violations related to its treatment of passengers with disabilities between 2019 and 2023. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg stated that the airline provided unsafe assistance, including mishandling wheelchairs and mobility devices, which sometimes resulted in injuries. The fine is the largest ever issued for disability-related violations. American Airlines acknowledged the settlement and highlighted its efforts to improve services for passengers with disabilities, including a reduction in wheelchair mishandling incidents.

International News

U.S. Intelligence Confirms Russia’s Disinformation Campaign Targeting Tim Walz

U.S. intelligence officials have confirmed that Russia was responsible for circulating false claims against Democratic vice presidential candidate Tim Walz on social media. The disinformation campaign included fabricated allegations from Walz's past as a teacher, promoted through manipulated videos and accounts linked to Russian influence operations. These tactics are part of broader Russian efforts to interfere in U.S. elections, aiming to favor Donald Trump and undermine American democratic processes. Russia, along with Iran and China, is increasingly using artificial intelligence and disinformation to exacerbate divisions among U.S. voters.

Sports News

Legendary Dodgers Pitcher Fernando Valenzuela Dies at 63

Fernando Valenzuela, the legendary Mexican pitcher who brought "Fernandomania" to life during his time with the Los Angeles Dodgers, passed away at 63. Valenzuela, known for his dominant 1981 season, won both the Cy Young Award and Rookie of the Year honors, helping lead the Dodgers to a World Series title. Over his 17-year career, he played for several teams, including the Orioles and Padres, and later returned to the Dodgers as a broadcaster. Valenzuela, whose No. 34 was retired by the Dodgers, is remembered as a cultural icon and ambassador for baseball, especially within the Latino community.