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# Semi-truck crash closes downtown Newton intersection
- URL: https://www.citizenjournal.us/semi-truck-crash-closes-downtown-newton-intersection/
- Published: 2026-07-09T12:27:57.000Z
- Updated: 2026-07-09T12:53:15.000Z
- Description: City crews install temporary four-way stop after truck strikes traffic signal
- Author: Cronkite
- Tags: ncj, dnn, #news

NEWTON, Kan. — A semi-truck crashed into a downtown traffic signal Wednesday afternoon, July 8, closing the intersection at Broadway and Main streets.

City crews cleared the debris and set up a temporary four-way stop, according to the Newton Police Department. Authorities urged motorists to avoid the area while cleanup and repairs continued.

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