Sitting in traffic is no fun, and cutting through a parking lot to avoid a red light may seem like an easy way to save yourself some time. The practice, called "rat running," is illegal in many states ...

A hotheaded North Carolina driver jumped out of his car in the middle of the road to punch a construction worker who had attempted to stop him from entering the work zone. Traffic flagger Caleb ...

Using parking lots to bypass red lights is illegal in many NC cities. Charlotte's municipal code prohibits turnarounds through adjacent properties. Violations may lead to $250 fines or reckless ...

AI-generated summary reviewed by our newsroom. Read our AI Policy. Using parking lots to bypass red lights is illegal in many NC cities. Charlotte's municipal code prohibits turnarounds through ...