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Henderson Seeing Red, Install Dozen Red Light Indicators

Author Shawn Tempesta
Henderson has turned into a Red Light District.

We aren’t saying anything you didn’t know, but the drivers in the Las Vegas valley aren’t great. There are so many speeders, non-insured drivers and how many people have you seen driving at night with their lights off? But one of the biggest sore spots is the sheer number of red light runners in the valley. The City of Henderson has had enough, but they haven’t seen enough. Until now, as they have installed a dozen red light indicators throughout the city.

The installation of red light cameras in the valley has come up quite a bit lately. Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department sheriff Kevin McMahill has made it clear that he wants to see the cameras installed. Both to catch the baddies in the act, and potentially stop the acts in the first place. We have written about the debatable effectiveness of these cameras before. That said, Henderson falls outside of Metro’s jurisdiction and made their own decision to put indicators up.

These indicators aren’t cameras, but allow officers posted up downstream from the intersection to get a better look at whether a driver crossed the line during a red light. Then the officer can pull them over further down the street.

Where Are These Dozen Red Light Indicators In Henderson?

Why do you want to know where the red light indicators are, eh? Were you planning on running red lights and didn’t want to get caught? Maybe Henderson has a point. Alas, we have laid out where these indicators are in an easily searchable way. Here are the streets in alphabetical order where you will find indicators installed at intersections. You’ll see each indicator counted twice so you get each side of the intersection.

  • Boulder Highway
    • at Horizon Drive
    • at Lake Mead Parkway
  • Eastern Avenue
    • at Horizon Ridge Parkway
    • at St. Rose Parkway
  • Green Valley Parkway
    • at Horizon Ridge Parkway
    • at Sunset Road
    • at Warm Springs Road
  • Horizon Drive
    • at Boulder Highway
    • at Horizon Ridge Parkway
  • Horizon Ridge Parkway
    • at Eastern Avenue
    • at Green Valley Parkway
    • at Horizon Drive
  • Lake Mead Parkway
    • at Boulder Highway
  • Marks Street
    • at Sunset Road
  • Raiders Way
    • at St. Rose Parkway
  • St. Rose Parkway
    • at Eastern Avenue
    • at Raiders Way
  • Stephanie Street
    • at Sunset Road
    • at Warm Springs Road
  • Sunset Road
    • at Green Valley Parkway
    • at Marks Street
    • at Stephanie Street
  • Warm Springs Road
    • at Green Valley Ranch
    • at Stephanie Avenue

Data from the experiment will determine whether they want to expand the program or not.

Shawn Tempesta is the co-host of Aimee+Shawn on 102.7 VGS in Las Vegas, Nevada. He is also an Emmy award nominated television host. As a content creator for 102.7 VGS, Shawn writes about current events, education, funny and trending stories.

The World’s Most Distracting Songs to Listen to While Driving

With the holiday season approaching and people planning to hit the roads to celebrate Thanksgiving with their loved ones, a well-curated music playlist can enhance the journey. However, it’s important to choose tunes that won’t compromise your safety; some songs that may be really catchy may also be potentially hazardous. The team at Compare the Market Australia are experts in understanding how distracted driving could impact your car insurance policy. And they wanted to do their own research into the matter. The company took into account four factors to determine what songs are the world’s most distracting: BPM (beats per minute), energy score, danceability, and loudness. The higher each of these songs possesses, the more dangerous it is to drive to.

General Manager of General Insurance at Compare the Market Australia, Adrian Taylor, stated: “Selecting the right music while driving is more than just a matter of personal taste; it can be an issue of road safety. Being distracted by your favorite song could lead to you driving unsafely, which – as well as increasing the risk of an accident – could also increase your insurance premiums if you end up with tickets or a bad driving history. No matter what songs you listen to, it is important to focus on driving, both for your safety and the safety of others.”

The company analyzed the most popular driving playlist, consisting of over 500 songs on a popular streaming site. Each factor was given a score from 0 to 1, and these were then averaged together and written as a percentage to get the overall distraction score. Compare the Market Australia used an API song analysis tool to sort the music. The songs ranged from current hits to ’80s classics by Michael Jackson.

Take a look below at the ten most distracting songs to listen to while driving:

  • 10. Beat It - Michael Jackson

    Really, any of Michael Jackson’s hits could be considered very distracting to drive along to safely. Maybe it’s the Eddie Van Halen guitar solo that puts this one ahead of the others. But “Beat It” kicks off the list at the no.10 spot, with a distraction score of 76.13%.

  • 9. The Lazy Song - Bruno Mars

    From arguably Bruno Mars’ best album, 2010’s Doo-Wops & Hooligans, “The Lazy Song” has a distraction score of 76.26%. Though the song is lyrically an anthem to laziness, the song has a reggae influence, making its danceability extremely high.

  • 8. Hey Baby (Radio Mix) - DJ Ötzi

    Taking it way back, this 2000 cover of the original 1961 tune was a surprise to see on this list. Austrian artist DJ Ötzi’s cover version was re-released when it became the unofficial theme song for the 2002 FIFA World Cup. The track has a distraction score of 76.36%.

  • 7. Despacito (Remix) - Luis Fonsi feat. Daddy Yankee and Justin Bieber

    This 2017 song took over the airwaves when it came out. It has two remixes: one featuring Daddy Yankee, and another with Justin Bieber. The reggaeton and Latin pop song has been widely credited for the renewed popularity of Spanish-language pop music in the mainstream market. “Despacito” has a distraction score of 76.39%.

  • 6. Price Tag - Jessie J feat. B.o.B

    This 2011 Jessie J hit has a distraction score of 76.46%. “Price Tag” is an upbeat, feel-good track, inflected with reggae bounce and a vintage vibe. The sing-along chorus features powerful vocals from the English singer-songwriter along with the use of slinky guitars.

  • 5. All About That Bass - Meghan Trainor

    Meghan Trainor’s 2014 debut single has a high BPM of 134 and high danceability (81). It has a distraction score of 76.59%. With its catchy chorus, it’s perhaps no surprise that drivers could lose focus when this is being played through the speakers.

  • 4. Wanna Be Startin' Somethin' - Michael Jackson

    Coming in at no. 4 is MJ’s “Wanna Be Startin’ Somethin’.” The combination of high energy (92) and danceability (85) of Michael Jackson’s song results in a substantial distraction score of 77.11%. Its strong rhythm could make it more likely that drivers might want to move to the music.

  • 3. Pump It - Black Eyed Peas

    “Pump It” by the Black Eyed Peas claims third place. The BPM of 154 is a fast tempo, and a danceability rating of 65 indicates that the song has a strong rhythm, possibly leading to physical movement and contributing to the overall distraction score of 77.80%.

  • 2. Empire State Of Mind - JAY-Z feat. Alicia Keys

    Taking the second spot is Jay-Z’s “Empire State of Mind.” With a BPM of 174, this song has an exceptionally high tempo, which may be distracting for some drivers, increasing the risk of accidents. The high energy level (96) may also contribute to distraction, but the relatively lower danceability rating (49) indicates that it might not prompt physical movement, giving it a distraction score of 78.37%.

  • 1. Dragostea Din Tei - O-Zone

    “Dragostea Din Tei” by O-Zone takes the top spot as the most distracting driving song. This is primarily due to its high BPM (130) and danceability (81), which can make drivers more likely to tap their feet or move along with the music. Also, the exceptionally high energy rating of 97 could even make drivers anxious, which might not be ideal for a calm and focused driving experience. The combination of high BPM, energy and danceability contributes to its high distraction score of 78.76%.

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