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TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION


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County, TxDOT celebrate FM 2001 realignment

The Texas Department of Transportation and officials from Hays County came together Thursday to cut the ribbon on the FM 2001 West Realignment project. This is the first of three projects to improve FM 2001 between I-35 and SH 21. The west project realigned FM 2001 along White Wing Trail from I-35 to just east of CR 118.“Prior to this project, FM 2001 was full of sharp

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Here’s how you can provide input on the statewide transportation plan for 2050

Through May 31, Texans can attend in-person events or join a virtual meeting to share their ideas about the future of Texas mobility with the Texas Department of Transportation.

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TxDOT seeks comments from public on state’s future transportation plan

The Texas Department of Transportation is planning for its Connecting Texas 2050 plan and is seeking the public’s input on recommendations for the state’s long-range transportation plan.

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SH 35 highway project in South Houston – Houston Public Media

Construction bids have been submitted for the first phase of a project that will extend and expand Texas Spur 5/State Highway 35 from I-45 to Loop 610 South. TxDOT says the work is needed to ease traffic congestion and improve mobility and access for hurricane evacuation routes.

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Spring break safety: Officials urge Texans to look out for themselves, others while traveling

The Texas Highway Patrol will increase its presence throughout the state through March 19 as many Texans will be traveling for spring break, St. Patrick’s Day and other local events.

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TxDOT to conduct environmental study for proposed second causeway to Padre Island

TxDOT plans to begin its search for a environmental consultant later this month.

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TxDOT, Harbor Bridge developer resolve 4 of 5 design disputes; work underway

Last year, TxDOT's independent consultant identified five concerns with the design of the new Harbor Bridge. All but one of those have been addressed.

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TxDOT: Maintenance work on Queen Isabella Memorial Causeway completed

With Spring Break slated to begin next week, the Texas Department of Transportation has announced that maintenance work on the Queen Isabella Memorial Causeway has been completed.

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Feds asked to investigate TxDOT over delays to Harbor Bridge mitigation for Hillcrest

Lawyers representing Hillcrest residents said TxDOT has failed to make improvements to the neighborhood that were promised more than eight years ago.

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State Highway 123 weekend closure returns

State Highway 123, also called Guadalupe Street, will once again be closed at the intersection of Interstate 35 through the weekend, according to the Texas Department of Transportation. This will allow crews to pour the new I-35 bridge deck.[San Marcos, TX] [Hays County news] News San Marcos News, San Marcos Record [Texas State]

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Texas Department of Transportation proposes $100B road construction plan

The 10-year plan aims to improve safety, congestion, and connectivity between rural and urban areas. Texans can provide input on the proposal this summer.

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Wing and a prayer: How physics plays out in pelican deaths, and what’s being done

But what, exactly, is the aerodynamic dilemma that causes the birds to flop down on the roadway and tangle with traffic? “Really to try to resolve some of the issues of why did the pelican cross the road? “So what happens is you hit the concrete traffic barrier and wind speed increases,” he said. “So a little concrete parapet, two steel rails and then a steel pole and that eliminated or reduced and brought down our air speed,” Young said. For the pelicans, the physics have improved, but it’s hard to tell if that is the primary reason pelican deaths have been reduced from their highest levels of years past.

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Weekend closure on State Highway 123

State Highway 123, also called Guadalupe Street, will be closed at the intersection of Interstate 35 through the weekend, according to the Texas Department of Transportation.[San Marcos, TX] [Hays County news] News San Marcos News, San Marcos Record [Texas State]

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Crews resurfacing roadway nightly in heart of Edinburg through March

State transportation officials are resurfacing State Highway 107 in Edinburg. Crews began work Sunday and it is scheduled to continue through March. In a news release, the Texas Department of Transportation said mill and overlay operations are occurring on SH 107, also known as University Drive in the area, between McColl Road and 10th Avenue in Edinburg. The project is scheduled to be completed by March 9 with crews working from 7 p.m. to 6 a.m.Luckily, the work is happening in the overnight hours as the project is located in a busy part of Edinburg that includes the courthouse and the University of Texas-Rio Grande Valley. According to the release, drivers should expect lane reductions and possible delays while crews are present.

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Maintenance on Queen Isabella Memorial Causeway to cause traffic delays

Commuters traveling eastbound and westbound on the Queen Isabella Memorial Causeway will encounter delays between 9 a.m. and 7 p.m. starting Monday and through Wednesday, the Texas Department of Transportation said in a news release. According to TxDOT, a project contractor performing maintenance work will be moving traffic barricades from the eastbound lanes to the westbound lanes. The work will cause traffic to be stopped for brief periods of time. Drivers are reminded to slow down, stay alert in this work zone and always maintain a safe following distance as traffic could come to a standstill.

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Maintenance continues on Queen Isabella Memorial Causeway; expect traffic delays

Drivers using the Queen Isabella Causeway today through Wednesday can expect traffic delays, as maintenance work continues on the bridge.

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TRAFFIC ALERT: 2 right lanes at Southwest Freeway NB between Dunlavy and Mandell to close all day Saturday

Heads 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

School 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

An 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.

TxDOT to close I-35 intersection at SH 123, Guadalupe Street

The Interstate 35 intersection at State Highway 123 and Guadalupe Street will close Friday night as crews set beams along the I-35 bridge.[San Marcos, TX] [Hays County news] News, News - Mobile, News Alert San Marcos News, San Marcos Record [Texas State]

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TxDOT work closes access to portion of Old Bastrop Highway

The Texas Department of Transportation has closed access to Old Bastrop Highway (CR 266) south of State Highway 80.The road closure comes as TxDOT conducts work at the intersection of SH 80 and Old Ba[San Marcos, TX] [Hays County news] News San Marcos News, San Marcos Record [Texas State]

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Photo Gallery: What motorists driving near the Pharr Interchange see daily

As construction continues on the Pharr Interchange, the Texas Department of Transportation said Tuesday that the Sioux Road underpass at I-69C will be temporarily closed nightly this week for construction activities.

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TxDOT seeks response in bicycle survey

The Texas Department of Transportation encourages residents living in its Pharr District, which includes Brooks, Cameron, Hidalgo, Jim Hogg, Kenedy, Starr, Willacy and Zapata counties, to participate in a survey pertaining to bicycle needs in the area.

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A major Houston highway entrance ramp just closed for months

The closure is part of a Texas Department of Transportation project expected to last into the fall.

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69 interchange project inches along – Houston Public Media

The entrance ramp from Westheimer Road to the southbound lanes of Loop 610 West, along with Westpark Drive, will close at different times this week as the Texas Department of Transportation continues work on a $259 freeway interchange project at the intersection of 610 and Interstate 69.

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New Year to start with 3 nights of closures on Interstate 2 by the Pharr interchange

The Texas Department of Transportation in Pharr is starting the new year with fresh lane closures.

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DPS to increase enforcement during holidays

As Texans take to the roads this holiday season, the Texas Department of Transportation will conduct its annual Christmas and New Year’s traffic enforcement campaign.DPS will start its annual holiday [San Marcos, TX] [Hays County news] News San Marcos News, San Marcos Record [Texas State]

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Ask 2: Is Highway 3 in Galveston County misaligned?

Amanda Wilbert asked, “Why do several intersections along State Highway 3/Galveston Road between Clear Lake City Boulevard and Nasa Rd 1 not line up anymore?"

Houston, Harris County compromise on I-45 expansion, bringing project closer to reality – Houston Public Media

Local leaders said although the project isn’t perfect, it is better than it was before negotiations with TXDOT over the past year and half.

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TxDOT: After delays and disputes, work to resume on new Harbor Bridge's main span

The announcement comes after months of negotiations between TxDOT and Flatiron/Dragados, the developer overseeing the nearly $1 billion project.

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Texas Department of Transportation allocates $250M for walking, biking in 2023

Cities, towns and organizations across Texas can apply for funding to help improve infrastructure for pedestrians and cyclists.

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Highway 6 in Santa Fe shut down in both directions due to water main break, TxDOT says

A 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

A 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

Headed to downtown Houston this weekend, or passing by on I-45? There’s a huge closure happening this weekend.

State Highway 21 closure to take place this weekend

The Texas Department of Transportation will close a portion of State Highway 21 this weekend.SH21 will be shut down in both directions between State Highway 80 and FM 1966, starting at 5 a.m.[San Marcos, TX] [Hays County news] News San Marcos News, San Marcos Record [Texas State]

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TxDOT plans ahead for upcoming winter season

Crews from the Texas Department of Transportation typically prepare their equipment during the fall, so they are ready for action when winter weather arrives.

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After 22 years, TxDOT aims to stop the cycle of daily deaths on Texas roadways

At least one Texan has died in a traffic crash every day since Nov. 7, 2000, according to the Texas Department of Transportation.

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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

Traffic 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!

TxDOT warns drivers ahead of shorter daylight hours

It’s National Pedestrian Safety Month, and the Texas Department of Transportation is warning drivers about the dangers of driving during the fall and winter months.

Ask 2: What’s going on with construction on SH-242?

What’s going on with construction on SH-242 near the Woodlands?

San Marcos drivers to see 2 road closures impact traffic this weekend

Two traffic closures will impact San Marcos drives this weekend, according to the Texas Department of Transportation.There will be a closure at the intersection of Interstate 35 and Guadalupe Street/S[San Marcos, TX] [Hays County news] News, News Alert San Marcos News, San Marcos Record [Texas State]

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I-2 in Alamo to close for nearly an hour due to fatal crash re-construction

The Texas Department of Transportation said in a statement that both the eastbound and westbound lanes of the interstate will be closed at 1 p.m. Monday between Tower Road and Valverde Road in Alamo as investigators reconstruct a recent fatal crash at the location.

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Ongoing talks between TxDOT, Harbor Bridge developer over design concerns span one month

The bridge project is at least four years behind schedule and likely to exceed its nearly $1 billion budget.

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Ask 2: Why are the barriers still up on 90 in Rosenberg?

The Texas Department of Transportation plans to build an overpass over the railroad separating Rosenberg and Richmond, and the project started back in 2017.

Texas will build more than 50 new electric car charging locations along major highways

The $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

Multiple 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.

Southwest Freeway at Loop 610 West will be closed during the next two weekends – Houston Public Media

Several connector ramps and nearby entrance and exit ramps also will be closed as TxDOT continues work on a $259 million freeway interchange project.

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Could Central Houston’s proposed downtown amenities make the I-45 project more palatable for its critics? – Houston Public Media

As part of TxDOT's plan to expand Interstate 45, which is largely paused pending an investigation by the Federal Highway Administration, a downtown economic development group is pushing a proposal to incorporate $737 million in multimodal and greenspace amenities.

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Opinion: TxDOT's new 10-year plan addresses congestion and improves safety

TxDOT plans to invest approximately $14 billion in rural areas over the next 10 years through the new 2023 Unified Transportation Plan.

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TRAFFIC ALERT: I-610 South Loop eastbound at South Main/Buffalo Speedway closed for emergency repairs

Officials with the Texas Department of Transportation have announced emergency repairs that may impact driver’s commutes this week.

Prepare to see scantily clad cyclists during Houston’s World Naked Bike Ride on Saturday night – Houston Public Media

The annual bike ride, in which participants are encouraged to be as "bare as you dare," protests car culture and the use of fossil fuels while advocating for increased cycling infrastructure.

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Galveston City Council approves TxDOT grant that will be used for speeding, drunk driving

City leaders in Galveston are looking to crack down on drunk driving after a string of deadly crashes on the island.

Capital Highlights — TxDOT $85 billion transportation plan

The Texas Department of Transportation has adopted a 10-year statewide roadway construction plan with a record $85 billion price tag, officials announced last week.[San Marcos, TX] [Hays County news] News San Marcos News, San Marcos Record [Texas State]

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Loop funding: Truck rerouting finally to become reality

32 East Loop Project is officially part of the $85 billion, 10-year statewide Transportation Program announced by the Texas Department of Transportation on Wednesday. The UTP is a planning document used to authorize highway projects for development and construction. The East Loop will connect the Port of Brownsville with Veterans Bridge at Los Tomates via the recently opened South Port Connector at S.H. The total cost of the project is about $113.4 million, according to County Administrator Peter Sepulveda Jr. For Cameron County’s part, “we fared very well and we’re continuing developing the projects, making progress, so that next year we can start closing the funding gaps on different projects,” Sepulveda said.

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As deadly crashes climb in the Valley, state transportation officials push safety

State transportation officials said Thursday that in 2021 there have been nearly 200 traffic crashes involving pedestrians that left dozens dead and even more injured in the Pharr district. The billboards will run Thursday, Sep. 8 from 3 to 7 p.m. on 10th Street, Nolana, and Trenton Road in McAllen. According to TxDOT, the Pharr district had a total of 198 traffic crashes involving pedestrians that resulted in 32 deaths and 50 serious injuries as well as 92 crashes involving bicyclists. Here are Texas laws to follow while on the road:If you’re driving:>> Stop and yield for pedestrians, bicyclists and other vulnerable road users in crosswalks. If you’re riding a bike:>> Always stop at red lights and stop signs.

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End of the 15 days: TxDOT in 'promising' talks with Harbor Bridge developer on design woes

Under a notice of default, it remains possible Flatiron/Dragados could be removed from the Harbor Bridge project.

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TxDOT approves $85B transportation plan, 16 Webb Co. projects scheduled

The plan coincides with $32 billion already funded for maintenance and planning, bringing the total investment to $117 billion for 7,000 statewide projects.

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Gov. Abbott, TxDOT announce $85 billion 10-year statewide roadway construction plan

Gov. 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

Multiple local officials, including Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee discussed plans, and objectives regarding the progress in TxDOT’s I-45 expansion project.

I-35 shutdown: Interstate stopped after truck runs into telecommunications line

I-35 shutdown: Interstate stopped after truck runs into telecommunications line[San Marcos, TX] [Hays County news] News San Marcos News, San Marcos Record [Texas State]

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Road Closure: State Highway 80/Hopkins Street at I-35 to close Sunday-Thursday

San Marcos drivers should be prepared for road closures to take place Sunday-Thursday.The Texas Department of Transportation will be closing roads at the intersection of State Highway 80/Hopkins Stree[San Marcos, TX] [Hays County news] News San Marcos News, San Marcos Record [Texas State]

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Rerouting headache: Demolition, construction of Pharr Interchange requires additional detour starting Friday night

If you thought traffic was bad now, eastbound commuters should prepare for more headaches as contractors will close the existing McAllen to Edinburg direct connector for approximately eight months.

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McAllen awards $81.8 million contract for Anzalduas bridge expansion

The city of McAllen awarded a $81.8 million contract to D. Wilson Construction Company in McAllen for the project that will add multiple lanes for trucks and new cargo bays for inspections. At the time, the lowest bid came from Posillico Civil Inc., a New York-based construction company, with a cost of $81.2 million. The higher bid, at a cost of $87.6 million, came from Foremost Paving Inc., a company based in Weslaco. With those bids coming in at a whopping $30 million higher than the $50 million the project was initially estimated to cost, the city decided to re-bid the project. The two bids submitted were from Posillico, which came back with a higher price tag of $83.5 million, and D. Wilson with a bid of $81.8 million.

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Traffic switch coming to Highway 100 in Los Fresnos

If you are planning to travel on Highway 100 near Los Fresnos on Thursday, be prepared for a traffic switch on the highway.

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What's wrong with the new Harbor Bridge design? This letter sums it up.

After delaying construction on the $930 million Harbor Bridge project, TxDOT has released a letter to developer FDLLC detailing safety concerns.

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Ask 2: Lane markings on Katy Freeway are hard to see. How do I report this?

Question: Lane markings on Katy Freeway are hard to see. How do I report this?

Texas City traffic: update on Gulf Freeway at FM 1764 construction

The ongoing construction on the Gulf Freeway has been slowing drivers down for years, and bumper-to-bumper traffic heading to the beach is no fun.

Some Houston residents skeptical of TxDOT plan to raise part of I-10 – Houston Public Media

The $347 million proposed project aims to reduce flooding risks on part of the freeway by elevating it and installing a detention pond underneath.

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TXDOT proposes to raise portions of I-10 prone to flooding

The 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.

South Texas officials call for TxDOT to release info on Harbor Bridge 'safety concerns'

The Texas Department of Transportation indefinitely suspended work on a key part of the nearly $1 billion Harbor Bridge due to safety concerns.

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Missouri City mom killed walking son to school at center of new TxDOT campaign

Pedestrians account for 1 in 5 traffic fatalities in Texas, according to the Texas Department of Transportation.

Texas roadway partially melts in heat, officials say

A roadway in Crockett, Texas, grew so hot on Monday that the roadway was “bleeding” asphalt.

TxDOT builds new bypass to ease Cypress Creek Bridge reconstruction woes

The Texas Department of Transportation created a temporary IH-45 North Freeway southbound frontage road bypass between Cypresswood and FM 1960 is now open to drivers. It will provide continuous passage for those on the North Freeway southbound feeder road trying to access FM 1960.

TxDOT: 1 in 3 vehicle deaths due to speed

Last year, there were 163,756 traffic crashes in Texas, resulting in 6,493 serious injuries and 1,532 deaths -- the highest number of fatalities in a single year since 1981.

Deadly crashes around Houston area skyrocketed during pandemic

The Texas Department of Transportation’s accident statistics are in, and they paint a bleak picture of Houston area drivers.

Officers aren’t playing games this summer; ‘Operation Slow Down’ in full effect

The “pedal to the metal” mentality is not going to work for drivers this summer.

Decades after Texas took part of its historic farm, a family fights again to save its land from a highway expansion

Daniel Alexander was enslaved when he founded a farm before the Civil War. 175 years later, his family is fighting to keep it intact as Texas plans to expand U.S. Highway 183.

Texas ‘Click It or Ticket’ campaign marks 20th anniversary

The Texas Department of Transportation’s “Click It or Ticket” campaign is in its 20th year.

Houston’s biggest road projects: The West Loop/Southwest Freeway Interchange rebuild

In 2019, the West Loop between the Katy Freeway and the Southwest Freeway was named the most congested highway segment in the state of Texas, and now in the country, according to the Texas Department of Transportation. The ongoing intricate, mega-sized project to rebuild the West Loop/Southwest Freeway interchange is aimed to help alleviate some of that congestion while also improving safety along this stretch of road.

Texas teen who went viral for driving through tornado helps launch TxDOT’s ‘Click it or Ticket’ campaign

A Texas teen who went viral for driving through an active tornado during March’s severe weather outbreak helped launch Texas Department of Transportation’s “Click it or Ticket” campaign event this week.

New section of Grand Parkway opening Thursday

A new section of the Grand Parkway will open on Thursday morning.

‘Click It or Ticket’: Campaign helps FBCSO step up crackdown of seat belt violators

The Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office received a grant from the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) to help crack down on unbuckled drivers and passengers during the busy Memorial Day holiday as part of a statewide seat belt enforcement campaign.

TRAFFIC ALERT: I-45 Gulf Freeway at FM 1765 southbound closed for emergency repairs, TxDOT Houston reports

All main lanes headed southbound on I-45 Gulf Freeway at FM 1765 will be temporarily closed Friday afternoon, according to the Texas Department of Transportation.

TRAFFIC ALERT: Southwest Freeway closing in both directions back to back weekends

For three weekends in a row, the Texas Department of Transportation is shutting down all main lanes in both directions of the Southwest Freeway at 610.

TRAFFIC UPDATE: I-69 Southwest Freeway northbound mainlanes at I-610 West Loop reopened; Southbound lanes remain closed

What a treat!

2 YEAR CLOSURE: Another massive closure coming to I-69/610 interchange expected to last until 2024

The I-610/59 interchange is one of the most heavily congested, ranking as the number one most congested interchange in Texas, according to the Texas Department of Transportation.

It’s National Work Zone Awareness Week

We’ve been recognizing National Work Zone Awareness week which kicked off on Monday, aimed at keeping construction workers safe on our highways.

TxDOT brings awareness to construction work safety by assembling large snake sculpture made of orange barrels previously hit by drivers

The Texas Department of Transportation has launched its annual campaign to remind Texas drivers to keep their eyes out for work zone crews on the roads after traffic deaths related to construction work have risen.

What’s next? Update on 59/610 Interchange project

The Texas Department of Transportation is completing milestone after milestone on the I-69/I-610 interchange project, but they’ve still got a couple of years left before the work is complete.

Ask 2: Why was the Southwest Freeway dark for months?

Question: Why was the Southwest Freeway dark for months?

Gulf Freeway expansion expected to be finished by early 2022

The Texas Department of Transportation shut down a highly used entrance ramp for inbound traffic in League City earlier this year. This long-term closure is not expected to open until March of next year.

Pause on I-45 highway project partially lifted amid talks

The Texas Transportation Commission says it reached an agreement with the Federal Highway Administration that would allow the state to resume design work on certain parts of a disputed project that would remake 24 miles along Interstate 45 and several other roadways in the Houston area.

Harris County Commissioners Court votes to temporarily pause lawsuit against TxDOT’s I-45 expansion project

At a special meeting of the Harris County Commissioners Court on Monday, the court voted to temporarily pause the lawsuit against the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) I-45 expansion project.

Biden’s infrastructure plan will set aside about $35 billion for Texas projects

The funds will help advance existing plans, pay for much-needed repairs and launch other projects for roads, bridges, broadband access, electric vehicle charging stations and more.

Ask 2: What’s taking crews so long to finish the work on FM 2978 and Woodlands Parkway?

At KPRC 2, we’re dedicated to keeping Houstonians informed. As part of our Ask 2 series, the newsroom will answer your questions about all things Houston.

The Grand Parkway: What’s the latest?

The Grand Parkway is used by thousands every day. It’s a 180-mile toll road connecting seven counties around Houston. With construction in northeast Houston, the vision of creating the largest loop in the country is becoming reality.

Northbound lanes of Southwest Freeway at 610 West Loop reopen early, TxDOT says

The Texas Department of Transportation announced Sunday the reopening of the Southwest Freeway at I-610 West Loop after weekend road construction wrapped up early.

Good news, drivers: 59/610 connector ramps opening sooner than expected

It’s been a couple of months since the Texas Department of Transportation shut down two major connectors ramps of the 69/610 interchange. So how much work have crews been able to get done since the shutdown?

Texas to spend $25 million on 2-mile concrete barrier amid Gov. Greg Abbott’s push for a state-funded border wall

The barrier in Eagle Pass is the first glimpse into how much a state-funded border wall could cost. But Abbott’s office says it’s a “concrete barrier” that is separate from his border wall push.

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