EXCLUSIVE BEHIND-THE-SCENES LOOK: The first intersection motorists encounter after crossing the Chappie James Bridge has become one of the most dangerous stretches of road in the city—and now a flashpoint between state and local transportation officials over how to fix it.
- Background: The intersection of SR 30 (US 98) East Gregory Street at North 14th Avenue recorded 22 vehicular crashes and three motorcycle fatalities in 2025 through December 8. The grim statistics prompted the Florida Department of Transportation’s District 3 to conduct a safety study and deliver recommendations to the City of Pensacola. But city engineers aren’t sold on the state’s proposed solutions.
The PNJ reported on Mayor D.C. Reeves’ comments about the intersection…..