As freezing temperatures and icy conditions move into the Houston area, METRO says it is taking steps to keep riders and employees safe while maintaining readiness across the transit system.

The Houston area is bracing for a winter storm that could bring freezing temperatures and icy conditions to the region.

If you’re planning on traveling across Houston’s major roads during the winter storm this weekend, you’re going to want to be especially cautious driving on the city’s many bridges and overpasses.

The Houston Avenue Bridge has been hit by an oversized vehicle for what is believed to be the second time in 2026.

A pedestrian was killed Friday night after being struck by a gray SUV while attempting to cross Kuykendahl Road in north Harris County in an area without a crosswalk. The driver and passenger of the SUV were not injured, remained on the scene, and cooperated with authorities. The Harris County Sheriff's Office does not suspect impairment on the driver's part, and the incident is under investigation by the Vehicular Crimes Division.

A vehicle struck two construction workers on Crosby Freeway, resulting in one fatality and one critical injury. The driver, a man in his early 20s, showed no signs of intoxication and stopped shortly after the incident. Deputies confirmed sobriety with a field test and reported no charges are being filed currently. Both workers were airlifted to a hospital, with one succumbing to injuries.

A man was found dead in the middle of the street in southwest Houston on Friday morning in what officers believe was a hit-and-run crash.

TxDOT has scheduled closures on a major Houston-area highway this weekend.

The Houston Avenue bridge that has long been a subject of discussion among Houstonians has been hit by an oversized truck for the first time in 2026.

An overturned 18-wheeler has shut down the exit ramp on the Eastex Freeway at 610 North Loop.

A driver died in a single-vehicle crash in northeast Houston early Sunday morning when a Honda Civic collided with a tree near Tidwell Road and Wayside Drive. The incident was reported at 3:43 a.m., with the driver found trapped inside the vehicle and not breathing, and was pronounced dead at the scene by the medical examiner's office.

A fatal vehicle fire occurred on I-610 near Mykawa Road in Houston early Saturday morning when a speeding white pickup truck crashed into freeway signage, igniting upon impact. Two passengers, both 18, died at the scene, while the driver was rescued by a passing Good Samaritan.

A woman is dead after being hit by a vehicle while checking the tire on her vehicle on Thursday night.

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TxDOT has released new updates on the progress of the I-45 North Houston Highway Improvement Project and its impact on Houston-area roadways.

Teen killed after minibike pursuit with Harris County Sheriff's Office in northeast Houston; crash at Uvalde and Wallisville is under investigation.

Deputies with Constable Mark Herman’s Office stepped up patrols during the recent holiday season in an effort to curb impaired driving and prevent deadly crashes across Harris County Precinct 4, and the numbers show just how busy they were.

A multi-vehicle crash, including an 18-wheeler, were involved in a crash Friday morning on IH-160, according to Houston TranStar.

Two roadways in northwest Harris were temporarily shutdown Monday morning after a large tree topped on power lines, according to deputies with Constable Mark Herman’s Office.

The crash happened at the intersection of Wayside Drive and Market Street on Tuesday night. Houston Police said the bicyclist died from his injuries, and they do not suspect impaired driving.

Wrong-way driving suspect faces pending charges after deadly collision, sheriff’s office says

Crowded holiday roads? EZ TAG from the Harris County Toll Road Authority can save time and headaches. Jerome Gray joined Houston Life to explain how the cashless pass works - and why it’s a smart gift for commuters and road-trippers

If you're traveling along the North Loop this morning, you may notice more cop cars!

A person is reportedly in custody after being involved in a chase with Harris County Sheriff’s Office deputies that ended in a car crash.

Right now, it is unclear what the hazardous material is, but traffic is moving very slowly in the area.

As part of a second phase of investments under the Sidewalks 4 Precinct 4 program, Commissioner Lesley Briones has committed $16 million toward adding new sidewalks near schools, bus stops, parks, and other high‑traffic areas across Precinct 4.

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Molten sulfur can burn skin and eyes on contact, and its vapors can irritate airways. Once cooled, the product becomes a flammable solid, making the cleanup even more delicate.

No injuries have been reported after an 18-wheeler was struck by a train Monday morning.

As 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.

A two-vehicle crash has impacted early morning traffic Monday morning along IH-45.

One person was killed early Monday in a crash that shut down all outbound lanes of U.S. 290 near 34th Street, according to Houston police.

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Several westbound lanes of I-10 east are shutdown after multiple vehicles hit a large pothole and got flat tires Thursday night.

A problematic roundabout in Houston’s Northside will be demolished just one year after its construction, following numerous crashes and safety concerns.

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All southbound lanes and the U-turn lanes of the Beltway 8 feeder at Gessner have been shut down after an 18-wheeler rolled over, the Missouri City Police Department said.

A major head-on collision has closed westbound lanes on Spring Stuebner Road, just off I-45.

With holiday travel underway, AAA Texas and law enforcement urge drivers to slow down and move over for roadside responders. Last year, 46 emergency personnel were killed while helping motorists.

A list of reported road rage incidents that has happened in Houston since the start of 2025.

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With Polk Street set to close, many East End residents say the loss of this critical route into downtown will make commutes longer and further isolate their community.

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An overturned semi-truck on the entrance ramp from the North Loop (I-610 North) to the Eastex Freeway is causing significant traffic delays.

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Traffic delays are expected on the Northwest Freeway after a major car wreck.

A major accident has stopped traffic on Houston’s North Freeway Saturday morning.

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Are you a driver, resident, or business owner affected by the ongoing FM 1960 construction? Please share your experiences and let us know how you're navigating through the challenges.

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Drivers were facing a major closure in Southwest Houston this weekend.

A water main break caused flooding along the Southwest Freeway at Hillcroft Avenue and Westpark Drive Friday afternoon.

Weeks after Houston’s METRORail Red Line riders began reporting major delays, METRO says it’s starting to see early improvements, but says it will take more time to restore reliable travel times.

A woman has been charged with intoxication manslaughter after a fatal crash on I-10 near the Taylor Street Bridge in Houston.

Neighbors along Highway 242 and Firetower Road in Montgomery County say confusing flashing yellow lights and stop signs are causing frequent crashes. Records obtained by KPRC 2 show at leasr 24 crashes since January 2024.

With Polk Street set to close, many East End residents say the loss of this critical route into downtown will make commutes longer and further isolate their community.

A fatal crash has shut down lanes on Highway 90 at Marick Road Tuesday afternoon in Rosenberg.

Governor Greg Abbott has called the rainbow crosswalk "distracting," but local leaders say it's a symbol of pride and history.

What was first reported as a road rage shooting in Sugar Land has led to multiple shootings across Houston, leaving four people dead, according to KPRC 2 sources.

A hazmat spill has closed all southbound lanes of SH-146 after Texas on Wednesday afternoon, according to Houston TranStar.

A safety light was added after two people were killed here in 2019. But neighbors say drivers still blow through the red every day.

New I-10 lane closures will test Houston drivers’ patience (again).

The main northbound lanes on the Southwest Freeway at Weslayan Street are closed following a three-vehicle crash, according to Houston TranStar.

The Houston Avenue bride on I-10 has been struck again by an 18-wheeler Sunday night.

Houston is preparing for a permanent change to how drivers move between Downtown and East Downtown.

The 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.

A Union Pacific train has been stalled for hours on the tracks, causing heavy traffic between the Southwest Freeway and San Felipe Street on Friday afternoon.

A major crash involving an 18-wheeler shut down all eastbound lanes of I-10 just east of I-45 early Wednesday morning, creating a traffic nightmare for drivers heading into Houston.

A deadly crash that killed five people in Austin this March wasn’t an isolated incident. It was part of a pattern that prompted federal officials to crack down on commercial truck licensing, particularly focusing on non-U.S. citizen drivers.

The fiery crash shut down the westbound lanes of SH-99 for a couple of hours.

A local tow company helped a woman escape a sinkhole after her vehicle got trapped Thursday afternoon in northwest Harris County.

A raised median installed in the last year by TxDOT on FM 1488 has sparked a safety concern to some drivers.

If it feels like road rage is everywhere, a new study suggests you’re not imagining it.

A crash has closed multiple westbound lanes of the Katy Freeway.

A METRO handicap bus overturned after colliding with a sedan in north Harris County on the 2798 block of North Sam Houston Parkway West feeder road before Veterans Memorial Drive.

The Fort Bend Co. Sheriff’s Office said the crash caused extensive debris cleanup, shutting down both the north and southbound lanes of Hwy 99 at Westpark. The northbound lanes have since reopened.

The incident happened in the northbound lanes of I-610 W. at Beechnut Street.

A KPRC 2 public records request revealed police responded to Avenue O and 51st Street in Galveston at least 75 times in the last three years.

Drivers should prepare for major detours this weekend as crews perform emergency repairs on the Houston Avenue bridge.

A wet cement spill on the Tomball Parkway feeder in the 15800 block has caused traffic delays.

A 60-year-old Houston bridge suffered its second collision in three days when a truck crashed into it Saturday night, marking the structure’s 68th recorded strike and prompting hazardous materials cleanup.

According to the Precinct 4 Constables Office, the crash happened at the intersection of Kuykendahl road and Spring Cypress Road.

Multiple southbound lanes on the Eastex Freeway at Bennington Street are closed following a two-vehicle crash Saturday night.

The northbound lanes of the Eastex Freeway near Lyons Avenue is at a complete closure due to a hazmat spill following a crash involving a cement truck, according to Houston TranStar and Police Department.

A Harris County deputy was involved in a major two-vehicle crash Saturday afternoon on Highway 249, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office.

A hazmat situation has led to the closure of two eastbound lanes on US-290 near Mueschke Road after a box truck caught fire due to a blown tire.

Multiple eastbound lanes on the Katy Freeway are blocked after an 18-wheeler overturned during a crash on Thursday morning, according to Houston TranStar.

Two left lanes have been blocked off from traffic on I-69 Southwest Freeway at Beltway 8 as crews work to repair damaged concrete, according to TxDOT.

A motorcyclist was killed in a crash Thursday afternoon on IH-45 in Conroe, according to Conroe Police Department.

Three people were hospitalized following a major two-vehicle crash in southwest Houston.

A person has died after a fatal crash involving an SUV and a tractor-trailer in Sugar Land.

A crash involving an 18-wheeler and multiple vehicles caused significant slowdowns on Highway 290 Northwest near West Road.

While the city does have a goal to repair most potholes within 48 hours of a report, a lot of drivers may give up—and we don't blame them—but we still wanted to give a view on how the claim process works—to find out for ourselves in real-time how, or if, the process works.

Jerome Gray, the deputy director of communications for the Harris County Toll Road Authority (HCTRA), recently stopped by Houston Life to chat about the EZ Tag program, common toll road misconceptions and what’s ahead for Houston drivers.

Mayor John Whitmire has implemented stronger traffic control measures to protect students walking near Lamar High School.

Attention Eastex Freeway travelers! 🚦 METRO has rolled out new toll rates and restrictions on the managed lanes, causing quite a stir among commuters.

Several lanes were closed on the Katy Freeway at Mason Road following a multi-vehicle crash Thursday afternoon.

Fulshear City Council has approved new school zone parking rules to improve safety and reduce traffic during pick-up and drop-off times. Find out what streets are affected, restricted hours, and what parents need to know for the upcoming school year.

HPD confirmed the southbound lanes have been shut down at Spur 5 and are expected to remain closed while officers conduct their investigation.