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We know it’s not easy to avoid every distraction when you’re behind the wheel. All the more reason to pay attention to Kelsey Mo, ADOT’s public information officer for safety, as she talks to Doug Nintzel during Distracted Driving Awareness Month.
If you see more motorcycles than usual on highways this weekend in the Phoenix area, it may be because Arizona Bike Week is currently happening at Westworld of Scottsdale. ADOT is not involved in the event itself, but we’re taking the...
If you are looking for a meaningful way to make a difference in your community from the ground up, forming a volunteer group might be for you. Every piece of litter picked up contributes to a healthier planet.

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Heavy winter weather this past week allows us to talk about how our two snowblowers are essential for clearing state highways that see a lot of snow.
Our employees see a variety of emergencies on freeways, but recently, thanks to some keen observation, one was able to help two motorists who faced a silent danger.
Today's challenge features a famous Arizona location.
Here are some of our weather-related tweets since Thursday morning, including on-the-scene reports from Flagstaff by our own Doug Nintzel.
Those selected for the program delve into a variety of disciplines, helping each find the niche reflecting their passions and skills.
ADOT's International Border Inspection Qualification has helped Mexican truckers achieve a more than 99 percent success rate on safety inspections while crossing the international border.
We have another scenic spot for Arizona experts to identify!
Work to create a modern Ina Road interchange with I-10 maintains and improves connections with The Loop, a system of trails and bike routes in the Tucson area.
In the midst of the Great Depression the state Highway Commission came up with an idea to boost Arizona's copper industry through some unusual license plates.
Learn more about work to replace a box culvert at I-17 and Pinnacle Peak Road and why it's critical to a project to create a modern diamond interchange there.