DETROIT — Federal safety regulators have sent a team to investigate the fatal crash of a Tesla in a Houston suburb in which local authorities say no one was behind the wheel. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said Monday it has sent a Special Crash Investigation team to Spring, Texas, to look into the Saturday night crash of the electric car. Investigators are “100% sure” that no one was driving the 2019 Tesla Model S that ran off a residential road, hit a tree and burst into flames, killing two men inside, Harris County Precinct Four Constable Mark Herman said. But they’re still trying to determine whether the electric car was operating on Tesla’s Autopilot driver-assist system, or if the company’s “Full Self-Driving Capability” system was in use. One of the men was found in the front passenger seat of the badly burned car, and the other was in the back seat, Herman told The Associated Press Monday. “We are actively engaged with local law enforcement and Tesla to learn more about the details of the crash and will take appropriate steps when we have more information,” NHTSA said Monday. Investigators are in the process of getting several search warrants seeking evidence in the crash, but Herman would not say if those warrants are directed at Tesla. He said he didn’t know if investigators had spoken with the Palo Alto, California, electric vehicle maker. Also, investigators are working with NHTSA and the National Transportation Safety Board, both of which investigate serious auto crashes. Tesla has had serious problems with its Autopilot partially automated driving system, which has been involved in several fatal crashes where it didn’t spot tractor trailers crossing in front of it, stopped emergency vehicles, or a highway barrier. The NTSB has recommended that NHTSA and Tesla limit the roads on which the system can safely operate, and that Tesla install a more robust system to monitor drivers to make sure they’re paying attention. ...
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2021 ACM Awards: Luke Bryan wins top prize, but female acts own the night
NEW YORK — Carrie Underwood brought the Academy of Country Music Awards to church. Maren Morris won two honors, including song of the year. Miranda Lambert performed three times and held onto her record as the most decorated winner in ACM history. And Mickey Guyton, the first Black woman to host the awards show, gave a powerful, top-notch vocal performance. Though female country stars didn’t compete for the night’s top prize – Luke Bryan was named entertainer of the year – they owned Sunday’s ACM Awards. Underwood’s performance stood out the most. She was joined by gospel legend CeCe Winans and the dynamic duo blended their voices like angels onstage. Underwood performed songs from her recent gospel hymns album “My Savior,” kicking off the set with “Amazing Grace” and “Great Is Thy Faithfulness.” Then Winans joined in, matching her strong vocal performance. Lambert performed three times, first alongside rock-pop singer Elle King for a fun, energetic performance of their new duet “Drunk (And I Don’t Wanna Go Home).” Lambert, who founded pet shelter nonprofit MuttNation, also performed alongside album of the year winner Chris Stapleton for “Maggie’s Song,” a tribute to Stapleton’s dog who died 2019. Her final performance was with Jack Ingram and Jon Randall. The performances that aired Sunday were pre-taped at various locations in Nashville, Tennessee, including the Grand Ole Opry House, the Ryman Auditorium and The Bluebird Cafe. Winners, wearing masks, accepted awards in real time in front of small audiences made up of medical and health care workers. Bryan was set to perform Sunday but backed out of the show because he recently tested positive for the coronavirus. “I’m so sorry I could not be there,” he said from Los Angeles. “And to all my fans out there and country radio, we miss touring. We’ve missed being on the road with everybody that makes me an entertainer. My bus drivers, my band, my crew, what a challenging year. But to all the fans and ...
Federal Investigators Heading To Texas Following Deadly Driverless Tesla Crash
DETROIT (CBSDFW.COM/AP) – Two federal agencies are sending teams to investigate the fatal crash of a Tesla near Houston in which local authorities say no one was behind the wheel. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and the National Transportation Safety Board said Monday they will send investigators to Spring to look into the fiery Saturday night crash. Two men who were in the Tesla were killed. Investigators are “100% sure” that no one was driving the Tesla that missed a curve on a residential road, hit a tree and burst into flames, Harris County Precinct Four Constable Mark Herman said. Deadly driverless Tesla crash near Houston (credit: KTRK-TV) But they’re still trying to determine whether the electric car was operating on Tesla’s Autopilot driver-assist system, or if the company’s “Full Self-Driving Capability” system was in use. One of the men was found in the front passenger seat of the badly burned car, and the other was in the back seat, Herman told The Associated Press Monday. “We are actively engaged with local law enforcement and Tesla to learn more about the details of the crash and will take appropriate steps when we have more information,” NHTSA said Monday. The NTSB is sending two investigators who will focus on the vehicle’s operation and the fire, spokesman Keith Holloway said. Investigators are in the process of getting several search warrants seeking evidence in the crash, but Herman would not say if those warrants are directed at Tesla. He said he didn’t know if investigators had spoken with the Palo Alto, California, electric vehicle maker. Also, investigators are working with NHTSA and the NTSB, both of which investigate serious auto crashes. Tesla has had serious problems with its Autopilot partially automated driving system, which has been involved in several fatal crashes where it didn’t spot tractor trailers crossing in front of it, stopped emergency vehicles, or a highway barrier. The NTSB has ...
ACMS nominee Miranda Lambert dazzles at the award show with multiple looks
close Video Fox News Flash top entertainment headlines for April 16 Fox News Flash top entertainment and celebrity headlines are here. Check out what's clicking today in entertainment. Miranda Lambert displayed a range of styles during the 2021 ACM Awards on Sunday. The country music icon – who holds the most ever ACM nominations with a whopping 68 to her name – showed off three different outfits as she was quite busy during country music’s biggest night. Lambert came out the gate ready to slay and set the stage ablaze as she walked the carpet and opened the show with Elle King – the duo coordinating in all-black ensembles bedazzled in pink and teal rhinestones during their performance of "Drunk (And I Don't Wanna Go Home)". Her next look came as a quick change in the ninth hour as Lambert filled in for Chris Stapleton’s wife, Morgane, during their performance of the husband-and-wife duet "Maggie’s Song." WHY MIRANDA LAMBERT PERFORMED WITH CHRIS STAPLETON INSTEAD OF HIS WIFE MORGANE AT THE 2021 ACM AWARDS Miranda Lambert and Elle King perform onstage at the 56th Academy of Country Music Awards at the Grand Ole Opry on April 18, 2021, in Nashville, Tenn. (Photo by Kevin Mazur/Getty Images for ACM) Seated in a Nashville-area bar, Lambert looked right at home in a black fringe jacket affixed over a white collared shirt. MIRANDA LAMBERT RECALLS 'SPECIAL MOMENT' WITH BLAKE SHELTON DURING THEIR MARRIAGE Morgane had to bolt from the show shortly before she was set to hit the stage as her sister had gone into labor and Morgane had a prior commitment to be her doula. Seated in a Nashville-area bar, Miranda Lambert. left, looked right at home while performing with Chris Stapleton, right, in a black fringe jacket affixed over a white collared shirt. (Photo by Terry Wyatt/ACMA2021/Getty Images for ACM) "It's always very special and I miss her very much tonight but I was so ...
Steelers’ Ta’amu Appears In Court For Preliminary Hearing
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – Pittsburgh Steelers rookie Alameda Ta’amu showed up for his preliminary hearing Thursday morning. According to police, the fourth round draft pick was arrested last month in the South Side for driving drunk, hitting several cars and nearly hitting several officers. READ MORE: Stimulus Check Latest: Will You Be Receiving A Plus-Up Payment? He’s also accused of resisting arrest. Ta’amu spoke only briefly to the media after the hearing. He said he wished he could find more words to say, but at this time, he could only say sorry. Ta’amu is accused of driving under the influence back in mid-October in the South Side, smashing into several cars and causing thousands of dollars in damage. Pittsburgh Police stated that he was driving recklessly when an off-duty police officer in his personal vehicle initially tried to pull him over. According to the criminal complaint, Ta’amu allegedly almost hit one officer who had pulled out his weapon and yelled, “Police. Stop the vehicle.” READ MORE: Precautionary Testing Underway At Ten Mile Creek Due To Oil Leak There were no major changes made to any of the charges in court today and after the preliminary hearing, Ta’amu addressed the media for the second time since his arrest. “I’m back on the roster just taking it one step at a time. My teammates supported me and just trying to keep it moving through the season,” Ta’amu said. “I’m sorry. If there was any other word, I would say it, but sorry is the only thing I can say right now.” Lawyers for both sides have said that they are trying to negotiate payment to the owners of the damaged vehicles outside of court. Ta’amu will be back in court on Dec. 31, for his formal arraignment. RELATED LINKS MORE NEWS: 'Almost A War Zone Out There'; Pittsburgh's South Side Back In The Spotlight As Center Of Controversy For Pittsburgh Athletes More Sports News More Steelers News More Reports From Heather Abraham ...
