Gail Delaughter

Transportation Reporter

From early-morning interviews with commuters to walks through muddy construction sites, Gail covers all aspects of getting around Houston. That includes walking, driving, cycling, taking the bus, and occasionally flying.

Before she became transportation reporter in 2011, Gail hosted weekend programs for Houston Public Media. She’s also covered courts in Houston and reported on a number of high-profile cases.

A native of New Orleans, Gail is a graduate of Southeastern Louisiana University.

Transportation

As Demand For Public Transit Grows, Fort Bend County Opens New Bus Facility

Posted on January 29, 2020 · Officials say the new facility is designed to meet the needs of a growing population.

Transportation

Bagby Street Project Will Remake Area Near Houston City Hall And The Hobby Center

Posted on January 10, 2020 · The project includes new sidewalks and an off-street bike lane, along with improved lighting and landscaping.

In-Depth

Would Free Transit Incentivize More Riders? METRO Gathers Input On Whether To Stop Collecting Fares

Posted on January 6, 2020 · Transit agencies around the country, including in Houston, are considering whether to cut or reduce their transit fares.

Transportation

Houston’s Bike Share Says Ridership Is Breaking Records

Posted on December 26, 2019 · BCycle said it had its best year ever in 2019 as it added stations and brought on new riders.

Transportation

Early Numbers Show Growing Ridership For New Harris County Bus Service

Posted on December 19, 2019 · The service was created with the help of a federal grant. It's designed to help people who are still recovering from Harvey's floods two years ago.

Transportation

$200 Million Project Aims To Lessen Congestion In Brazoria And Fort Bend Counties

Posted on December 4, 2019 · Officials say the work will help move the increasing flow of truck traffic from Port Freeport. More efficient hurricane evacuation is also a goal of the project.

NASA

Students Train Like Astronauts At Space Center University

Posted on December 2, 2019 · There's a focus on international cooperation as NASA moves to the next phase in space travel.

In-Depth

Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher On How Houston Could Recover Quicker From Floods And Hurricanes

Posted on November 11, 2019 · Fletcher says both homeowners and local governments need a more streamlined process for obtaining disaster relief.

Transportation

Voters Approve $3.5 Billion Bond For METRO Transit Projects

Posted on November 6, 2019 · This is the first time since 2003 that METRO has asked voters to borrow more money through bonds.

Transportation

New Numbers Show Texas Is Still A Dangerous Place For Pedestrians

Posted on October 23, 2019 · While overall traffic fatalities are declining around the country, there has been an increase in the number of people who are struck and killed while walking. Statistics show Texas is one of the top states for pedestrian deaths.

News

A Major Route Through The UH Campus Is Getting A New Look With More Space For Bikers, Walkers

Posted on October 22, 2019 · City and county officials say they want to make Cullen Boulevard more accessible for pedestrians, cyclists and transit riders.

Transportation

New Program Helps First Responders Safely Clear Crashes From Houston Freeways

Posted on October 21, 2019 · To address the region’s high rate of traffic crashes, the Houston-Galveston Area Council is launching its first-ever public safety campaign.

News

Free Wi-Fi Is Coming To Houston’s Buses And Trains

Posted on October 15, 2019 · Wi-Fi will be available on select buses and trains as part of a pilot program. The transit agency says it hopes to gather rider feedback on the service as it looks for ways to expand it system-wide.

In-Depth

How Houston’s Bayou Trails Are Designed To Flood

Posted on October 15, 2019 · As the Bayou Greenways network continues to expand, the Houston Parks Board says it's building trails and fixtures with the knowlege that they'll go underwater at some point.

In-Depth

Needed Improvements Or Unnecessary Expenses? The Debate Over METRO’s Proposed $3.5 Billion Bond Issue

Posted on October 7, 2019 · The transit agency is looking to sell voters on a multi-year plan that would greatly expand transit in the region. But a former METRO chairman says he doesn't think the financing plan is sustainable.