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.

In-Depth

Houston-Area Residents Question Community’s Use Of METRO Money

Posted on March 20, 2019 · METRO’s General Mobility program helps fund transportation projects in areas that don't have bus service. One resident started looking through public records to find out how exactly her city is spending the money.

Transportation

Study: Commuters Are Spending More Time In Their Cars

Posted on March 4, 2019 · Researchers say all that time behind the wheel exposes drivers to more risks.

Transportation

METRO Houston Injects $3 Million To Make Bus Stops More Accessible For Disabled Riders

Posted on March 1, 2019 · The transit agency says it’s reviewed hundreds of stops to see which ones need the most help.

Transportation

Gulf Freeway Interchange Project Means 6 Months Of Detours In League City

Posted on February 27, 2019 · Work starts this weekend on a project aimed at improving traffic flow at FM 646.

Transportation

Houston’s Grand Parkway Receives $605 Million Federal Loan For Further Expansion

Posted on February 22, 2019 · The money will help build the eastern section of the massive toll road project. Earlier segments were built using similar loans.

Transportation

TxDOT To Distribute $19 Million For Bike And Pedestrian Projects

Posted on February 21, 2019 · The funds will help smaller communities build infrastructure for cycling and walking. Money will also be used to create safe routes to school.

Transportation

Judge’s Ruling Could Have Big Implications For Proposed High-Speed Rail Line

Posted on February 11, 2019 · The ruling could prevent the rail line’s developers from using eminent domain to acquire land for the project.

Transportation

Galveston Street Project Could Improve Some Drainage Problems, But It Won’t Fix Everything

Posted on February 4, 2019 · The year-long project extends along one of the island's major thoroughfares.

Transportation

A Big Project On State Highway 288 Will Affect Traffic This Weekend

Posted on January 31, 2019 · Northbound traffic on 288 won't be able to access the direct connectors at the 610 South Loop.

Transportation

Study Looks At How To Make Houston’s Intersections Safer For Pedestrians And Cyclists

Posted on January 30, 2019 · City officials and transportation advocates are visiting traffic hotspots to investigate whether road design is contributing to crashes.

Transportation

PHOTOS: Traffic Slows As TxDOT Starts Work On I-45 Connector Ramp

Posted on January 28, 2019 · TxDOT says delays are to be expected as drivers get used to the detours.

Energy & Environment

New Study Looks At Environmental Dangers Posed By Cruise Ship Emissions

Posted on January 24, 2019 · Researchers say emissions can pose a threat to coastal cities like Galveston that are working to lure more cruise business.

Transportation

Drivers Face Months Of Construction As TxDOT Starts Work On New Freeway Connector Ramp

Posted on January 22, 2019 · The left-hand exit will be switched to the right to eliminate lane weaving on the I-45 northbound ramp to southbound I-69 and State Highway 288.

Transportation

Houston-Area Communities Vie For Much-Needed Transportation Funding For Local Projects

Posted on January 21, 2019 · Some communities are trying to fix roads that are struggling to handle more traffic, while others want to improve their bike and pedestrian infrastructure.

Texas

Experts Say Texas Can’t Adequately Fix Its Roads Without Congressional Help

Posted on January 21, 2019 · A leading organization of civil engineers says Texas desperately needs more money to shore up its infrastructure. The state gets high marks for the condition of its bridges, but roads and highways continue to lag behind.

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