New Year’s Eve celebrations can turn perilous if impaired driving is involved. By encouraging sober driving and offering practical safety tips, Wisconsin students and a longtime rideshare driver hope to spark a change in how communities prepare for the holiday.

Arroyo Grande police are ramping up DUI patrols over the Thanksgiving weekend. Drivers caught under the influence could face first-time DUI fines of $13,500 and a suspended license, according to local authorities.

An East Montpelier woman has been arrested in Barre on her third DUI charge after allegedly fleeing from police. The incident highlights concerns over repeat DUI offenses and public safety in the community.