Waymo Ghosts Uber in Phoenix as Ride-Hail Giant Courts New Robotaxi Flame
Waymo robotaxis are gone from the Uber app in Phoenix after a limited pilot was wound down; Uber says it will name a new autonomous partner for the Valley. Local riders and regulators have been watching Waymo’s recent software updates closely.
Marina Street Turns Into Mini Lake After Surprise Sinkhole At Bay And Gough
A sinkhole opened at Bay and Gough in the Marina, briefly flooding the intersection and prompting crews to close lanes for repairs. Traffic was diverted while workers stabilized the pavement.
JetBlue Pilot Says Rogue Drone Slammed Jet Near JFK Runway
A JetBlue pilot reported the aircraft was struck by a drone on approach to JFK at about 3,000 feet and landed safely. FAA and local authorities are investigating amid other recent near‑misses.
Lovelock Stoplight Vanishes, Coast-to-Coast I-80 Finally Runs Nonstop
Nevada DOT says a new stretch of I‑80 near Lovelock removes the highway’s last coast‑to‑coast traffic signal, announced on the Interstate system’s June 29 anniversary.
Southwest Axes Dozens Of Florida Nonstops, South Florida Fliers Stuck Connecting
A schedule review shows Southwest dropped dozens of Florida nonstops — 43 city pairs by one analysis — meaning fewer direct options out of MIA, FLL and PBI. Travelers should check before they book.
Texas-Oklahoma Highway Headaches Targeted With New Live Traffic Swap
TxDOT and ODOT have linked their traffic systems so each state can see live cameras, crash reports and lane‑level data — a step timed ahead of the 2026 World Cup. Drivers and freight operators should see more accurate cross‑state alerts on state traffic maps and apps.












