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Crime & Courts, OOIDA, Products & Services

Factoring company’s sudden freeze leaves drivers in the cold

A factoring company suddenly closes, affecting 350 carriers. Some had to park and wait. When it got the call, OOIDA was ready to help.

Crime & Courts, News, State

Port of Oakland sues protesters, receives temporary restraining order

The Port of Oakland filed a lawsuit against truckers who were protesting California’s AB5 and blocking traffic in July.

Features, News

Schneiderhan, founder of truck convoy for Special Olympics, passes away

Norman Schniederhan retired as a law enforcement corporal in 2016, but he may best be known for his fundraising efforts to benefit Special Olympics.

News, State

Six-day closure of Lewis and Clark Bridge planned

Feedback from travelers of the Lewis and Clark Bridge is being accepted until Aug. 15. The bridge is planned to close for six days in 2023.

Business

Saia continues expansion with New York state facility

Saia LTL Freight isn’t letting up with its expansion plans. Another facility has opened in Binghamton, N.Y., and more openings are promised.

News, State

Massachusetts pursuit of tax rebates derailed

A 1980s Massachusetts statute has derailed legislative pursuit to provide some relief from higher costs for goods and services.

News, State

I-40 closure will add to Little Rock, Ark., traffic congestion

Since the construction on I-30 in downtown Little Rock and North Little Rock started in September 2020, traffic has been challenging enough to steer around. In mid-August, the construction spills over onto I-40, affecting eastbound traffic. At least it is expected that eastbound I-40 will be closed for only a weekend. Specific closure dates have […]

News, State

Indiana lawmakers advance competing tax rebates, fuel tax relief

Indiana state lawmakers in the House and Senate are moving forward with competing plans to provide tax rebates and fuel tax relief.

Federal, News

FMCSA announces $3.1M in grants to recruit veterans into trucking

The FMCSA is working to recruit military veterans into the trucking industry by offering grants to train them to get CDLs.

News, Products & Services

Heavy Highway Vehicle Use Tax, Form 2290, due Aug. 31

For most big trucks, the annual payment of the federal Heavy Highway Vehicle Use Tax and filing of Form 2290 is due at the end of August.