Alabama Street bridge project moves into 2nd phase
Read full article: Alabama Street bridge project moves into 2nd phaseThe first phase of demolition for the Alabama Street bridge over Interstate 69 has been completed, with northbound lanes now back open to traffic, according to the Texas Department of Transportation.
Dog remains found dumped at TxDOT site near Bush Airport, investigation underway
Read full article: Dog remains found dumped at TxDOT site near Bush Airport, investigation underwayWhat started as a search for a pregnant dog led to a disturbing discovery along the Eastex Freeway, dozens of dog remains scattered behind a state facility near Bush Airport.
Alabama Street bridge to close for nearly 10 months as part of I-45 project
Read full article: Alabama Street bridge to close for nearly 10 months as part of I-45 projectThe Texas Department of Transportation is alerting drivers to a long-term closure of the Alabama Street bridge as part of the ongoing I-45 North Houston Highway Improvement Project.
TxDOT warns drivers: Work zone crashes in Texas top 28,000 in 2025
Read full article: TxDOT warns drivers: Work zone crashes in Texas top 28,000 in 2025The Texas Department of Transportation is urging drivers to slow down and stay alert in work zones this week as National Work Zone Awareness Week continues across the state.
White Oak Bayou Project: Several I-10 closures begin Tuesday night through Thursday
Read full article: White Oak Bayou Project: Several I-10 closures begin Tuesday night through ThursdayA traffic alert for drivers in Houston, several overnight closures are scheduled along the Katy Freeway as part of a major construction project aimed at reducing flood risk.
Weekend traffic alert: Major closures planned along Katy Freeway in Houston
Read full article: Weekend traffic alert: Major closures planned along Katy Freeway in HoustonDrivers in Houston should prepare for significant traffic disruptions this weekend as two major closures take effect along the Katy Freeway as part of ongoing construction and maintenance work.
I-10 westbound closures near Heights Boulevard in Houston: What drivers need to know
Read full article: I-10 westbound closures near Heights Boulevard in Houston: What drivers need to knowDrivers traveling along I-10 near the Heights should prepare for major closures this weekend as crews begin the next phase of a long-term construction project.
Questions about self-driving cars amplify after one blocked an ambulance responding to Austin shooting
Read full article: Questions about self-driving cars amplify after one blocked an ambulance responding to Austin shootingWhile the encounter didn’t significantly hinder response to the shooting, it has raised concerns about the vehicles as they expand to more Texas cities and before new state regulations kick in.
North Texas suburb will stay in region’s largest public transit system for now
Read full article: North Texas suburb will stay in region’s largest public transit system for nowThe Plano City Council led an aggressive push to dismantle the Dallas Area Rapid Transit system. The suburb reached an agreement with the agency earlier this year to claw back some tax dollars and other concessions.
Eastbound I-10 mainlanes reopen following weekend bridge repairs at Houston Avenue
Read full article: Eastbound I-10 mainlanes reopen following weekend bridge repairs at Houston AvenueTxDOT officials said I-10 eastbound at Houston Avenue is reopen following weekend repairs to the Houston Avenue bridge.
TxDOT, UIL launch statewide ‘Saved by the Belt’ challenge after 132 unbuckled teens killed in Texas crashes
Read full article: TxDOT, UIL launch statewide ‘Saved by the Belt’ challenge after 132 unbuckled teens killed in Texas crashesTxDOT and the UIL are calling on Texas teens to take the “Saved by the Belt” pledge after 132 unbuckled young people died in crashes in 2024.
🚗 Houston traffic keeps getting worse. Drivers lost nearly four days last year, study shows
Read full article: 🚗 Houston traffic keeps getting worse. Drivers lost nearly four days last year, study showsHouston drivers are spending more time than ever stuck in traffic, with commuters losing more than 3.75 days to rush hour congestion last year, marking a two-hour increase from the previous year.
TXDOT responds to criticism from northeast U.S. criticism about Houston storm response
Read full article: TXDOT responds to criticism from northeast U.S. criticism about Houston storm responseTxDOT is preparing for this winter storm with a brine treatment despite a rainy forecast. As KPRC 2’s Gage Goulding pointed out this week: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania’s Interim Director of Public Works is not impressed. Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) trucks were spotted delivering their liquid brine mix to bridges and overpasses Friday as part of preparations for an approaching winter storm.
Houston road crews rely on brine to keep roads clear from ice. Will it work this time?
Read full article: Houston road crews rely on brine to keep roads clear from ice. Will it work this time?As Houston braces for an incoming winter storm this weekend, transportation officials warn that standard road treatments may prove ineffective against expected icy conditions.
One year after a deadly train wreck, a West Texas town awaits help to avoid more tragedy
Read full article: One year after a deadly train wreck, a West Texas town awaits help to avoid more tragedyAs oil and gas industry traffic continues to speed through Pecos, TxDOT said it is working to find $194 million to build an alternative route away from the heart of the city.
Drive Sober. No Regrets: TxDOT Steps Up Holiday Enforcement to Prevent Drunk Driving
Read full article: Drive Sober. No Regrets: TxDOT Steps Up Holiday Enforcement to Prevent Drunk DrivingAs Texans head into the holiday season, the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) has launched a new public-safety campaign “Drive Sober. No Regrets” and announced increased law enforcement patrols from Dec. 12 through Jan. 1.
Houston to tear out troubled Northside roundabout a year after $675K failure
Read full article: Houston to tear out troubled Northside roundabout a year after $675K failureA problematic roundabout in Houston’s Northside will be demolished just one year after its construction, following numerous crashes and safety concerns.
Car-dominant Texas needs more public transit to meet mobility demands, TxDOT report says
Read full article: Car-dominant Texas needs more public transit to meet mobility demands, TxDOT report saysAs the state’s population grows, more travel options are needed in rural and smaller urban areas and between major cities, according to a draft of the first-of-its-kind plan.
Texas cities grapple with order to remove rainbow crosswalks as state deadline approaches
Read full article: Texas cities grapple with order to remove rainbow crosswalks as state deadline approachesAt the direction of Gov. Greg Abbott, state transportation officials told local leaders to remove crosswalk art often used to mark historically LGBTQ+ neighborhoods or risk losing millions in funding.
‘2 lanes, twice the Headache’: Houston drivers brace for I-10 White Oak Bayou Project
Read full article: ‘2 lanes, twice the Headache’: Houston drivers brace for I-10 White Oak Bayou ProjectStarting Nov. 7, a major traffic switch will shrink part of I-10 to two lanes between I-45 and Houston Avenue, the latest phase in TxDOT’s $400 million White Oak Bayou Elevation Project.
Houston Avenue Bridge hit 72 times in 2025, costing taxpayers more than $400K; demolition planned for 2027
Read full article: Houston Avenue Bridge hit 72 times in 2025, costing taxpayers more than $400K; demolition planned for 2027You’ve probably driven under it dozens of times, the Houston Avenue Bridge that crosses over I-10 near downtown Houston. It’s become infamous for all the wrong reasons.
4 arrested while attempting to stop removal of rainbow crosswalk in Montrose
Read full article: 4 arrested while attempting to stop removal of rainbow crosswalk in MontroseHoustonians are making their voices heard as they rally against Gov. Greg Abbott's decision to remove the iconic rainbow crosswalk in Montrose.
TxDOT closes US 90A eastbound main lanes; traffic shifted to westbound
Read full article: TxDOT closes US 90A eastbound main lanes; traffic shifted to westboundThe Texas Department of Transportation says crews will begin reconstructing U.S. 90A eastbound by closing the eastbound main lanes and shifting traffic onto the westbound main lanes at 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 3.
‘It feels like an emergency’: Neighbors urge action at busy southwest Houston intersection
Read full article: ‘It feels like an emergency’: Neighbors urge action at busy southwest Houston intersectionNeighbors in a southwest Houston community say they’re living in fear not because of crime, but because of crashes.
Fraud concerns prompt TxDOT to rethink medical passes for Galveston-Bolivar ferry
Read full article: Fraud concerns prompt TxDOT to rethink medical passes for Galveston-Bolivar ferryThe department is planning on replacing paper medical passes with an online system to better control access and reduce misuse. Officials say old paper passes and cards may soon be phased out.
Hoping to curb roadside deaths, TxDOT is helping stranded drivers in West Texas
Read full article: Hoping to curb roadside deaths, TxDOT is helping stranded drivers in West TexasThe one-year experiment in Midland and Ector counties is based on similar efforts in larger cities. A nonprofit backed by oil companies and Midland County are helping pay for it.
Houston-area law enforcement launches “No Refusal” initiative for Labor Day weekend
Read full article: Houston-area law enforcement launches “No Refusal” initiative for Labor Day weekendWith Labor Day weekend marking the unofficial end of summer, Houston-area law enforcement agencies are teaming up once again to keep impaired drivers off the roads.
TxDOT warns drivers to choose a sober ride as Labor Day patrols increase
Read full article: TxDOT warns drivers to choose a sober ride as Labor Day patrols increaseThe Texas Department of Transportation has initiated the 'Drive Sober. No Regrets' campaign, urging drivers to choose sober transportation options as summer concludes.
Country star Parker McCollum joins TxDOT campaign to curb speeding and save lives on Texas roads
Read full article: Country star Parker McCollum joins TxDOT campaign to curb speeding and save lives on Texas roadsBy urging Texans to follow speed limits and increasing law enforcement’s focus on speeding as a public issue, the TxDOT (and Conroe native, Parker McCollum!) hopes to decrease car-crash-related fatalities in Houston and Texas.
Dredging work not expected to impact Galveston ferry wait times over 4th of July
Read full article: Dredging work not expected to impact Galveston ferry wait times over 4th of JulyAccording to officials with the Texas Department of Transportation, crews working to dredge the area around the Port Bolivar ferry landing will be working on the 4th of July. However, this work is not expected to impact wait times or boat operations over the holiday weekend.
Weekend traffic alert: Lanes of I-69/Hwy. 59 to be closed for maintenance
Read full article: Weekend traffic alert: Lanes of I-69/Hwy. 59 to be closed for maintenanceDrivers who plan to use the I-69 / Hwy. 59 corridor this weekend should prepare for significant traffic adjustments on June 21, 2025, as the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) has announced a lane closure for maintenance work.
Spring Branch bridge project hits another speed bump delaying opening, businesses paying the price
Read full article: Spring Branch bridge project hits another speed bump delaying opening, businesses paying the priceA bridge reconstruction project in Houston’s Spring Branch neighborhood has hit yet another speed bump along the way, further delaying its reopening.
NTSB report identifies 3 Harris County bridges possibly at risk from vessel collision
Read full article: NTSB report identifies 3 Harris County bridges possibly at risk from vessel collisionOn Tuesday, the National Transportation Safety Board released a detailed report on the collapse of the Francis Scott Key bridge in Baltimore caused by a collision with a ship.
Memorial sign installed near Deer Park crash site to raise drunk driving awareness
Read full article: Memorial sign installed near Deer Park crash site to raise drunk driving awarenessThe Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) has installed a commemorative sign near the site of a fatal crash on SH-225 Eastbound, where Mya Sinceno-Martinez was killed by an impaired driver on September 21, 2024.
An East Texas town debates where to place EV charging stations as Trump threatens subsidies
Read full article: An East Texas town debates where to place EV charging stations as Trump threatens subsidiesSome residents see the charging stations as an economic boom to the town, while others find it an assault on the oil and gas industry in Texas.
Multiple lanes on Southwest Freeway reopened after snowplows damage road
Read full article: Multiple lanes on Southwest Freeway reopened after snowplows damage roadMultiple lanes across the Southwest Freeway have been temporarily closed due to damage caused by snowplows that were clearing snow from the roadways.
Winter storm to make travel ‘impossible’ starting Monday night
Read full article: Winter storm to make travel ‘impossible’ starting Monday nightHouston has found itself in the bullseye of the winter storm threatening to drop several inches of snow and wintry mix on states known for their mild winters.
TxDOT crews actively treating Houston area roads as cold front hits region
Read full article: TxDOT crews actively treating Houston area roads as cold front hits regionAs a cold front sweeps through Houston, the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) has mobilized its crews across six area counties to ensure road safety.
‘Move Over or Slow Down’: This holiday season: Texas Governor and TxDOT urge drivers in new PSA
Read full article: ‘Move Over or Slow Down’: This holiday season: Texas Governor and TxDOT urge drivers in new PSAGov. Abbott and TxDOT's new PSA urges drivers to follow the “Move Over or Slow Down” law, protecting roadside workers and law enforcement. With holiday traffic increasing, Texans are reminded: slow down, move over—it’s the law.
Houston group against I-45 North expansion project says thousands of homes, hundreds of business will be destroyed
Read full article: Houston group against I-45 North expansion project says thousands of homes, hundreds of business will be destroyedThe $13 billion I-45 North Houston Highway Improvement Project has sparked significant debate in Houston, as community groups like Stop TxDOT I-45 raise alarms about the potential loss of 1,235 homes and 331 businesses.
Major traffic disruptions coming this weekend for ongoing TxDOT project on I-45 N
Read full article: Major traffic disruptions coming this weekend for ongoing TxDOT project on I-45 NIf you have plans this weekend, you’ll want to keep an eye out for some major closures as The Texas Department of Transportation continues a repair project.
Multiple lanes blocked on Katy Freeway after truck hits bridge, loses load
Read full article: Multiple lanes blocked on Katy Freeway after truck hits bridge, loses loadMultiple planes have been blocked across IH-10 Katy Freeway at Houston Ave. after a truck hitting the bridge and losing its load across the road.
Expect delays: TxDOT’s $8.3 million project brings major closures to Beltway 8 in Houston
Read full article: Expect delays: TxDOT’s $8.3 million project brings major closures to Beltway 8 in HoustonStarting Friday, June 21, the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) will begin an $8.3 million roadway rehabilitation project on Beltway 8. Expect multiple extended closures and significant delays. Consider finding alternate routes to avoid the traffic congestion.Stay informed and plan ahead to make your commute smoother. Share this update with fellow drivers! 🚗💨
First community meeting tonight for residents to voice opinions on I-45 expansion
Read full article: First community meeting tonight for residents to voice opinions on I-45 expansionThis study aims to address safety, mobility, and infrastructure needs along Interstate 45 South, in response to projected growth in the area.
TxDOT buying White Oak Bayou land for $260K after years of community protest over I-45 expansion
Read full article: TxDOT buying White Oak Bayou land for $260K after years of community protest over I-45 expansionThe City of Houston has approved the sale of a tract of land along White Oak Bayou to the Texas Department of Transportation.
Plans to spend billions on a flood-prone East Texas highway may not solve the problem
Read full article: Plans to spend billions on a flood-prone East Texas highway may not solve the problemTxDOT says it can’t guarantee that upgrades to one of Houston’s main hurricane evacuation routes will prevent future flooding of U.S. 59.
Texas lawmakers and agency leaders experiment, ponder policies for an AI future
Read full article: Texas lawmakers and agency leaders experiment, ponder policies for an AI futureAgencies like the Texas Department of Transportation are using the technology to react to crashes and prepare invoices. More uses and regulations are coming.
TxDOT launches campaign to prevent drunk driving crashes during spring break
Read full article: TxDOT launches campaign to prevent drunk driving crashes during spring breakThere were 810 drunk driving crashes in Texas in 2022 during spring break, and now the Texas Department of Transportation has launched a campaign to protect students who are hitting the road this spring break.
Fatal crash involving motorcyclist causing lane closures on I-10 at Federal Road
Read full article: Fatal crash involving motorcyclist causing lane closures on I-10 at Federal RoadA fatal crash involving a motorcyclist has caused the main westbound lanes of I-10 East to be closed at Federal Road in east Houston, according to the Texas Department of Transportation.
Texas could spend federal funds meant to cut carbon emissions on highway projects
Read full article: Texas could spend federal funds meant to cut carbon emissions on highway projectsThe Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act required Texas’ transportation agency to create a carbon reduction strategy to get $641 million federal dollars. Critics say the plan is unlikely to meaningfully cut greenhouse gasses from the state’s massive transportation sector.
Driverless cars are multiplying on Texas roads. Here’s what you should know.
Read full article: Driverless cars are multiplying on Texas roads. Here’s what you should know.Autonomous vehicles, or AVs, are here. Tribune journalists took a ride in one recently and answer the biggest questions about who’s driving the driverless trend and how the state regulates them.
Texas drivers vexed by toll road payment problems got little relief from state lawmakers
Read full article: Texas drivers vexed by toll road payment problems got little relief from state lawmakersDouble billing, rejected automatic payments and expensive late fees are the most frequent complaints about a toll system with different operators and rules across the state.
TRAFFIC ALERT: Major weekend closure happening on Southwest Freeway at West Loop
Read full article: TRAFFIC ALERT: Major weekend closure happening on Southwest Freeway at West LoopAs part of the I-610 West Loop/ I-69 Southwest Freeway interchange project, the Texas Department of Transportation will close all northbound and southbound mainlanes of I-69 Southwest Freeway at I-610 West Loop on Friday at 8 p.m. until Monday at 5 a.m.
TxDOT to close all southbound mainlanes of 610 West Loop at Southwest Freeway this weekend
Read full article: TxDOT to close all southbound mainlanes of 610 West Loop at Southwest Freeway this weekendDrivers traveling from Houston should expect heavy delays and consider alternate routes this weekend.
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.
Highway 59 at Oyster Creek Bridge will be completely closed this weekend: See alternate routes
Read full article: Highway 59 at Oyster Creek Bridge will be completely closed this weekend: See alternate routesThe Texas Department of Transportation plans to close all southbound and northbound main lanes of U.S. Highway 59 at the Oyster Creek Bridge from Friday at 9 p.m. through Monday at 5 a.m.
Mainlanes reopen in both directions on SH-146 at FM 518 after 2-vehicle crash causes oil spill
Read full article: Mainlanes reopen in both directions on SH-146 at FM 518 after 2-vehicle crash causes oil spillAll mainlanes were closed following an oil spill on SH-146 at FM 518 Friday morning in Galveston County, according to the Texas Department of Transportation.
Beltway 8 westbound to be closed in some areas for emergency spot repairs during next 4 months
Read full article: Beltway 8 westbound to be closed in some areas for emergency spot repairs during next 4 monthsThe Texas Department of Transportation said Friday that portions of the westbound Beltway 8 main lanes will be closed for emergency spot repairs on the roadway surface.
WEEKEND CLOSURES: Portion of main lanes on I-69 Southwest Freeway and southbound on I-610 West Loop shut down
Read full article: WEEKEND CLOSURES: Portion of main lanes on I-69 Southwest Freeway and southbound on I-610 West Loop shut downIf your first thought opening this story was, ‘Really? AGAIN?’, trust me... we understand.
With more electric vehicles expected in Texas, two bills pave the road for fast-charging stations statewide
Read full article: With more electric vehicles expected in Texas, two bills pave the road for fast-charging stations statewideTwo bills would form the foundation for companies to build more electric vehicle charging stations across the state, supporters say.
TRAFFIC ALERT: 2 right lanes at Southwest Freeway NB between Dunlavy and Mandell to close all day Saturday
Read full article: TRAFFIC ALERT: 2 right lanes at Southwest Freeway NB between Dunlavy and Mandell to close all day SaturdayHeads up, drivers! If you’re headed toward downtown on Saturday, you might want to pack some patience.
Texans should avoid travel in regions hit with icy weather as power grid expected to meet demand
Read full article: Texans should avoid travel in regions hit with icy weather as power grid expected to meet demandSchool closures and hazardous road conditions are expected throughout a large portion of Texas, according to forecasts. State officials caution Texans about local power outages but expect the grid to stay up.
Teen pilot crashes plane near flooded area in Liberty County, officials say
Read full article: Teen pilot crashes plane near flooded area in Liberty County, officials sayAn investigation is underway after an aircraft flown by an 18-year-old crashed near a flooded area in Cleveland Sunday, Liberty County Sheriff’s Office said.
Highway 6 in Santa Fe shut down in both directions due to water main break, TxDOT says
Read full article: Highway 6 in Santa Fe shut down in both directions due to water main break, TxDOT saysA water main break has shut down both directions of Highway 6 and Warpath Avenue in Santa Fe, according to officials with the Texas Department of Transportation.
Highway 6 in Santa Fe shut down in both directions due to water main break, TxDOT says
Read full article: Highway 6 in Santa Fe shut down in both directions due to water main break, TxDOT saysA water main break has shut down both directions of Highway 6 and Warpath Avenue in Santa Fe, according to officials with the Texas Department of Transportation.
BIG FREEWAY CLOSURE: I-45 northbound in downtown Houston to close this weekend due to bridge repair, TxDOT says
Read full article: BIG FREEWAY CLOSURE: I-45 northbound in downtown Houston to close this weekend due to bridge repair, TxDOT saysHeaded to downtown Houston this weekend, or passing by on I-45? There’s a huge closure happening this weekend.
Your H-Town traffic breakdown!
Read full article: Your H-Town traffic breakdown!Welcome back, Houston! This week has been quite busy in terms of traffic. I brought you information, first on “KPRC 2 News Today,” about a complete closure coming up on the 59/610 interchange project, an update on the East Beltway Ship Channel Bridge progress and a look at the current price at the pump!
FIRST ON 2: Here is the latest update on the 59/610 interchange project
Read full article: FIRST ON 2: Here is the latest update on the 59/610 interchange projectTraffic Expert Anavid Reyes got first dibs on new information on that huge construction project at one of the worst bottlenecks in Texas and in the nation!
Texas will build more than 50 new electric car charging locations along major highways
Read full article: Texas will build more than 50 new electric car charging locations along major highwaysThe $408 million approved Tuesday by the Federal Highway Administration will help build a network of charging facilities every 50-70 miles along certain major Texas highways.
Several lanes at I-45 near West Road shut down due to hazmat cleanup, TxDOT says
Read full article: Several lanes at I-45 near West Road shut down due to hazmat cleanup, TxDOT saysMultiple lanes at the North Freeway between West Road and Aldine Bender Road are shut down due to hazardous spill cleanup, according to the Texas Department of Transportation.
TRAFFIC ALERT: I-610 South Loop eastbound at South Main/Buffalo Speedway closed for emergency repairs
Read full article: TRAFFIC ALERT: I-610 South Loop eastbound at South Main/Buffalo Speedway closed for emergency repairsOfficials with the Texas Department of Transportation have announced emergency repairs that may impact driver’s commutes this week.
Galveston City Council approves TxDOT grant that will be used for speeding, drunk driving
Read full article: Galveston City Council approves TxDOT grant that will be used for speeding, drunk drivingCity leaders in Galveston are looking to crack down on drunk driving after a string of deadly crashes on the island.
Gov. Abbott, TxDOT announce $85 billion 10-year statewide roadway construction plan
Read full article: Gov. Abbott, TxDOT announce $85 billion 10-year statewide roadway construction planGov. Greg Abbott announced Tuesday the Texas Department of Transportation’s 2023 Unified Transportation Program, advancing a $85 billion, 10-year statewide roadway construction plan.
Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee, local officials discuss next steps on TxDOT’s planned I-45 expansion
Read full article: Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee, local officials discuss next steps on TxDOT’s planned I-45 expansionMultiple local officials, including Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee discussed plans, and objectives regarding the progress in TxDOT’s I-45 expansion project.
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.