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TRAFFIC ALERT: Icy roads in east Houston cause delays, frustrations at 610 and I-10 interchange
Read full article: TRAFFIC ALERT: Icy roads in east Houston cause delays, frustrations at 610 and I-10 interchangeIcy road conditions at the 610 and I-10 interchange in Houston caused significant delays Tuesday morning due to a stalled 18-wheeler blocking part of the I-10 ramp toward Baytown.
Unprecedented snowfall of up to 5 inches hits Beaumont as winter storm moves through
Read full article: Unprecedented snowfall of up to 5 inches hits Beaumont as winter storm moves throughThe National Weather Service issued the first-ever blizzard warning for parts of the Gulf Coast, including Beaumont, as a winter storm swept through the area.
Truckers brace for potential delays as winter storm approaches key I-10 corridor
Read full article: Truckers brace for potential delays as winter storm approaches key I-10 corridorAs a major winter storm looms, concerns are rising about its potential impact on transportation, especially for truck drivers traveling along I-10, one of the busiest highways in Texas and a critical artery for goods moving across the United States.
Missing kangaroo named Rowdy escapes in Sealy near I-10, owner pleads for help
Read full article: Missing kangaroo named Rowdy escapes in Sealy near I-10, owner pleads for helpRowdy, a 5-foot-tall, 70-pound kangaroo, escaped from his enclosure in Sealy near I-10 during heavy fog and was last seen at a truck stop early Wednesday morning.
Harris County Pct. 5 deputy constable killed in Katy Freeway crash identified. What we know
Read full article: Harris County Pct. 5 deputy constable killed in Katy Freeway crash identified. What we knowThe identity of a Harris County Precinct 5 deputy constable who was killed in fiery crash early Friday morning on westbound I-10 near 610 has been released, according to authorities.
Driver arrested after causing crash on Katy Freeway that killed Pct. 5 deputy, her daughter
Read full article: Driver arrested after causing crash on Katy Freeway that killed Pct. 5 deputy, her daughterA Harris County Precinct 5 deputy constable and a young girl were killed in fiery crash early Friday morning on westbound I-10 near 610, according to authorities.
TRAFFIC ALERT: All westbound lanes of I-10 Katy Freeway closed at Hogan St. after fatal incident
Read full article: TRAFFIC ALERT: All westbound lanes of I-10 Katy Freeway closed at Hogan St. after fatal incidentAll westbound lanes of I-10 Katy Freeway at Hogan St. are closed following a fatal incident where a man reportedly jumped from an overpass and landed on a vehicle.
18-wheeler’s ruptured fuel tank causing delays for drivers coming in from Baytown
Read full article: 18-wheeler’s ruptured fuel tank causing delays for drivers coming in from BaytownDrivers coming in from Baytown, headed to downtown, look for a different route as an 18-wheeler crash is causing several shutdowns.
‘It’s a miracle’: Two kids survive being ejected during violent rollover on Houston’s East Freeway
Read full article: ‘It’s a miracle’: Two kids survive being ejected during violent rollover on Houston’s East FreewayTwo children, both under the age of five, somehow survived a violent rollover crash in which they both were ejected from the vehicle.
TRAFFIC ALERT: Overturned tractor-trailer causes major traffic disruption on I-10 eastbound
Read full article: TRAFFIC ALERT: Overturned tractor-trailer causes major traffic disruption on I-10 eastboundAn overturned tractor-trailer on I-10 Eastbound near Market Street Road and Uvalde Road has caused significant traffic delays.
Timeline: Here’s when you can expect to see storms in Houston this weekend
Read full article: Timeline: Here’s when you can expect to see storms in Houston this weekendWe are tracking rain chances for the weekend—but don’t stress! It will not be a washout. This means with proper preparation; you shouldn’t have to work out or drive in the rain!
Looking for gas? ⛽ Help us update our list of open gas stations in Houston
Read full article: Looking for gas? ⛽ Help us update our list of open gas stations in HoustonResidents of Houston are facing long lines at gas stations, with many struggling to find open stations to refuel their vehicles and generators.
Ask 2: Who yields during an exit on Houston freeways when continuing on feeder?
Read full article: Ask 2: Who yields during an exit on Houston freeways when continuing on feeder?A viewer asked KPRC 2 traffic expert Justina Latimer the following: "When you exit from a freeway and the lane continues on the same lane so you can go straight to the feeder, who yields?"
Pregnant woman, boyfriend, and 6-year-old daughter swim to safety after being trapped by rising flood waters
Read full article: Pregnant woman, boyfriend, and 6-year-old daughter swim to safety after being trapped by rising flood waters“I broke down in the end,” the man said. “We have a baby on the way, and we just lost everything.”
Senate Bill 4 blocked once again, but what does Houston-area law enforcement have to say about it?
Read full article: Senate Bill 4 blocked once again, but what does Houston-area law enforcement have to say about it?Law enforcement officials might find themselves in a strange limbo due to the legal chess match regarding Senate Bill 4. Especially after a U.S. appeals court put the state’s controversial immigration law, Senate Bill 4, back on hold.
Below-freezing temps likely as coldest weather of the season expected next week in SE Texas: What to know🧊
Read full article: Below-freezing temps likely as coldest weather of the season expected next week in SE Texas: What to know🧊There is increasing concern for a hard freeze across Southeast Texas that will possibly happen next Monday night into Tuesday morning, the National Weather Service announced. There is also the potential for another hard freeze Tuesday night into Wednesday morning.
Man charged after being pulled from 18-wheeler during standoff on I-10 expected in court Wednesday morning
Read full article: Man charged after being pulled from 18-wheeler during standoff on I-10 expected in court Wednesday morningThe man who had to be pulled from an 18-wheeler by law enforcement officers following a chase and a standoff on I-10 last week is scheduled to face a judge Wednesday morning.
Man pulled from 18-wheeler following chase, standoff on East Freeway charged
Read full article: Man pulled from 18-wheeler following chase, standoff on East Freeway chargedA man who was pulled from an 18-wheeler by law enforcement after a chase and standoff on I-10 on Wednesday remains in the hospital.
Transportation of large load to close main lanes on I-10 in Mont Belvieu Sunday evening
Read full article: Transportation of large load to close main lanes on I-10 in Mont Belvieu Sunday eveningThe City of Mont Belvieu said the transportation of a large load scheduled for Sunday evening will require lane closures both on the I-10 main lanes and the frontage road.
Father of man whose body found dumped on side of I-10 in Chambers County charged with murder
Read full article: Father of man whose body found dumped on side of I-10 in Chambers County charged with murderThe Chambers County Sheriff’s Office said the charge was brought against Cobin Rocio, who is said to be the father of the man whose body was found on the side of the roadway.
2 arrested, including father of victim after body found dumped on side of I-10 in Chambers County
Read full article: 2 arrested, including father of victim after body found dumped on side of I-10 in Chambers CountyTwo people have been arrested in connection with a body which was found on the side of Interstate 10 in Chambers County.
1 lane reopened on IH-10 eastbound at Trinity River bridge in Chambers County after major crash
Read full article: 1 lane reopened on IH-10 eastbound at Trinity River bridge in Chambers County after major crashA major crash has shut down the eastbound lanes of Interstate 10 in Chambers County Saturday.
TRAFFIC ALERT: All eastbound mainlanes on I-10 at Brazos River shut down due to 3-vehicle crash
Read full article: TRAFFIC ALERT: All eastbound mainlanes on I-10 at Brazos River shut down due to 3-vehicle crashMultiple lanes on U.S. 290 are shut down after a major crash involving three vehicles left one person dead Thursday morning.
Segment of I-10 East frontage road near Wayside Drive reopens after roadway buckles in heat
Read full article: Segment of I-10 East frontage road near Wayside Drive reopens after roadway buckles in heatA segment of I-10 East frontage road near Wayside Drive has now reopened after being closed for repairs.
Crews repair part of I-10 East frontage road near Wayside Drive that was buckled due to heat
Read full article: Crews repair part of I-10 East frontage road near Wayside Drive that was buckled due to heatA segment of I-10 East frontage road near Wayside Drive are shut down as crews repair a roadway that was buckled due to the heat.
Eastbound frontage road lanes blocked after oil spill on I-10 at Uvalde in east Harris County
Read full article: Eastbound frontage road lanes blocked after oil spill on I-10 at Uvalde in east Harris CountyAccording to TxDOT - Houston District, all the eastbound frontage road lanes are blocked on I-10 and Uvalde.
I-45 North Freeway construction closures this weekend: These are the alternate routes you need to know
Read full article: I-45 North Freeway construction closures this weekend: These are the alternate routes you need to knowTo facilitate necessary pavement repairs on I-45 North Freeway northbound main lanes between Quitman Street to N. Main Street, crews will have several closures taking place beginning Friday, May 19 at 9 p.m. to Monday, May 22 at 5 a.m.
A Houston Life Takeover! Star Wars Enthusiasts of Houston Use Cosplay as a Force for Good. May the Fourth Be with You.
Read full article: A Houston Life Takeover! Star Wars Enthusiasts of Houston Use Cosplay as a Force for Good. May the Fourth Be with You.May the fourth be with you! A few of our friends from the Star Wars Enthusiasts of Houston joined Houston Life for a whole lot of Star Wars themed fun.
Crash involving at least 4 vehicles leaves woman dead on I-10 East near Beltway 8
Read full article: Crash involving at least 4 vehicles leaves woman dead on I-10 East near Beltway 8At least one person is dead after a four vehicle crash on I-10 Eastbound at Beltway 8 in east Harris County Saturday morning.
Family identifies 21-year-old father killed after vehicle struck by loose box truck tire on I-10 in W. Houston
Read full article: Family identifies 21-year-old father killed after vehicle struck by loose box truck tire on I-10 in W. HoustonA 21-year-old father was killed when the vehicle he was riding in was struck by a loose tire from a box truck Thursday, Harris County Pct. 5 Constable’s Office said.
Bond set at $150K for alleged drunk driver in fatal crash that killed 3 on East Freeway
Read full article: Bond set at $150K for alleged drunk driver in fatal crash that killed 3 on East FreewayA man accused of striking and killing three men with his vehicle while they were on the shoulder of I-10 in east Harris County Friday has had his bond set.
Man filling gas tank on side of highway dies after being struck by suspected drunk driver on I-10 Katy Freeway, police say
Read full article: Man filling gas tank on side of highway dies after being struck by suspected drunk driver on I-10 Katy Freeway, police sayA man who police said was filling his gas tank on the side of the highway was struck and killed by a suspected drunk driver on I-10 Katy Freeway early Saturday.
Northbound lanes on North Freeway at I-10 shut down due to lost load from big rig, HPD says
Read full article: Northbound lanes on North Freeway at I-10 shut down due to lost load from big rig, HPD saysA lost load from a big rig has shut down the northbound lanes of the North Freeway at I-10 Friday, officers with the Houston Police Department said.
SKY2 LIVE: Wrong-way driver crashes on I-10 outbound ramp at 610 West Loop following pursuit, police say
Read full article: SKY2 LIVE: Wrong-way driver crashes on I-10 outbound ramp at 610 West Loop following pursuit, police sayA police chase ended with a driver crashing his vehicle on the exit ramp of the 610 West Loop at I-10 outbound.
HPD officer strikes, kills pedestrian on East Freeway; All lanes on I-10 near Wayside closed, police say
Read full article: HPD officer strikes, kills pedestrian on East Freeway; All lanes on I-10 near Wayside closed, police sayHouston police are investigating after they said an officer struck and killed a pedestrian on the East Freeway early Friday.
BLOG: KPRC 2′s team following arctic blast moving through Houston. Here’s what’s happening in your area
Read full article: BLOG: KPRC 2′s team following arctic blast moving through Houston. Here’s what’s happening in your areaWith an arctic blast headed to the Houston area this afternoon into Friday morning, Houstonians are preparing for temperatures to his below freezing for the next 36 to 44 hours.
Woman driving wrong way on I-10 East Freeway at N. Main airlifted to hospital after crash: Baytown PD
Read full article: Woman driving wrong way on I-10 East Freeway at N. Main airlifted to hospital after crash: Baytown PDDrivers experienced major delays and standstill traffic on the I-10 East Freeway at N. Main Tuesday due to a wrong-way crash, according to the Baytown Police Department.
Traffic alert: Crash on North Freeway southbound at I-10 merge blocks lanes, HPD says
Read full article: Traffic alert: Crash on North Freeway southbound at I-10 merge blocks lanes, HPD saysA crash on the North Freeway southbound at I-10 merge has blocked lanes Wednesday, officers with the Houston Police Department said.
All eastbound lanes on I-10 at Houston Avenue closed after hazmat spill involving heavy truck, officials say
Read full article: All eastbound lanes on I-10 at Houston Avenue closed after hazmat spill involving heavy truck, officials sayAll eastbound lanes on I-10 closed are due to a hazmat spill involving a heavy truck on Monday morning, according to Houston TranStar.
A local winery and farm hidden inside the city limits
Read full article: A local winery and farm hidden inside the city limitsDid you know there's a winery near the beltway and I-10? Houston Life's Derrick Shore paid a visit to Nice Winery. They not only grow their produce organically but also support cancer research.
3 eastbound lanes on I-10 closed after 18-wheeler hits bridge, loses load, officials say
Read full article: 3 eastbound lanes on I-10 closed after 18-wheeler hits bridge, loses load, officials saySeveral eastbound lanes on I-10 were closed after an 18-wheeler struck a bridge and lost its load, according to the Houston Police Department.
TRAFFIC ALERT: I-10 Katy Freeway westbound near Fry Road closes several lanes due to 3-vehicle crash, police say
Read full article: TRAFFIC ALERT: I-10 Katy Freeway westbound near Fry Road closes several lanes due to 3-vehicle crash, police sayA 3-vehicle crash has several lanes blocked on I-10 Katy Freeway westbound near Fry Road Friday morning, according to Houston Police
Closures underway following deadly crash on I-10 westbound at San Jacinto, police say
Read full article: Closures underway following deadly crash on I-10 westbound at San Jacinto, police sayA deadly crash involving two pickup trucks has caused closures on I-10 westbound at San Jacinto Street Tuesday, police said.
TRAFFIC ALERT: All westbound lanes of I-10 at Barker Cypress shut down due to 18-wheeler crash
Read full article: TRAFFIC ALERT: All westbound lanes of I-10 at Barker Cypress shut down due to 18-wheeler crashAll westbound lanes of I-10 near Barker Cypress are currently shut down due to an 18-wheeler crash.
TxDOT planning to raise Katy Freeway near White Oak Bayou
Read full article: TxDOT planning to raise Katy Freeway near White Oak BayouTens of thousands of drivers use the Katy Freeway everyday, and during major weather events like Harvey, we saw water from White Oak Bayou spill into the main lanes and flood I-10.
Teen arrested, charged with murder in east Houston hotel shooting, HPD says
Read full article: Teen arrested, charged with murder in east Houston hotel shooting, HPD saysA second suspect has been arrested and charged following a deadly shooting that took place back in April in east Houston, according to officials.
TXDOT proposes to raise portions of I-10 prone to flooding
Read full article: TXDOT proposes to raise portions of I-10 prone to floodingThe Texas Department of Transportation is hoping to elevate portions of I-10′s main lanes between Heights Boulevard and I-45, which officials say was impassable during Hurricane Harvey and Tropical Storm Imelda.
Eastex Freeway partially closed near downtown as police investigate fatal crash involving 2 vehicles
Read full article: Eastex Freeway partially closed near downtown as police investigate fatal crash involving 2 vehiclesParts of the Eastex Freeway headed northbound toward I-10 is shut down as authorities investigate a fatal crash involving two vehicles.