1996
Coverage of 1996 in the Nexus archive.
- WATCH: Crash test comparison reveals safety improvements in cars
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety demonstrated vehicle safety advancements by comparing a 2026 Chevy Blazer with a 1996 model in a crash test. The video highlights improvements in automotive safety over 30 years.
- Tennessee death row inmate spared execution after medics fail to find vein for lethal injection — gets one-year reprieve
A Tennessee death row inmate sentenced to death in 1996 for murder was spared execution after medical staff failed to locate a vein for lethal injection after more than an hour of attempts. The inmate, who experienced significant physical distress during the procedure, has been granted a one-year reprieve from execution.
- InfraGard Marks 25 Years of Protecting the Country’s Critical Infrastructure
InfraGard celebrates 25 years of operation since its founding in 1996, growing from a small group to over 75,000 members. The organization brings together private and public sector representatives to protect the nation's critical infrastructure from attacks.