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TxDOT Will Replace A Houston Bridge Frequently Hit By Oversize Trucks
Posted on · The demolition of the Waco Street Bridge will affect traffic on I-10 East this weekend.
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Houston Matters
Thursday’s Show: HPD’s New Drug Raid Policy, And I-45 Project Concerns (Oct. 24, 2019)
Posted on · On Thursday's Houston Matters: HPD's new policy for serving high-risk warrants in drug cases, citizens share their concerns about TxDOT's plans for improving I-45, and the challenge of being a strong-willed woman in communities of faith.
Transportation
I-10 San Jacinto Bridge Reopens After Imelda, Complete Repairs Could Take Months
Posted on · Loose barges hit the bridge's span last week during Tropical Storm Imelda.
Houston
Commuters Await Reopening Of The I-10 Bridge At San Jacinto River
Posted on · TxDOT says the plan is to put two-way traffic on the eastbound span while the westbound span is repaired. The bridge was damaged by runaway barges after Imelda hit.
Houston Matters
Full Show: Houston Reacts To Mass Shootings, And The Lingering Health Effects Of Extreme Weather (Aug. 5, 2019)
Posted on · On Monday's Houston Matters: We discuss how Greater Houston has responded to weekend shootings in El Paso and Dayton, Ohio. We learn how extreme weather affects our bodies long after it's over. We examine concerns over the 1-45 redevelopment project. And Jeff Balke updates us Houston sports.
Houston Matters
Who Decides When A Bridge Or Road Needs Repair?
Posted on · Houston officials explain how area streets and bridges are inspected and when they’re shut down.
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$2 Billion Plan To Fix City’s Sewer System Approved, Houston Leads Fight Against Human Trafficking, Activists Want To Delay Funding Vote On I-45 Expansion, And More
Posted on · These are some of the stories Houston Public Media is covering.
Transportation
Debate Intensifies Over The I-45 North Widening Project
Posted on · The City of Houston says it will hold public forums throughout the summer to gather input. But some residents say they still feel their voices aren’t being heard.
Houston Matters
Full Show: TxDOT’s Largest Road Project Raises Questions About Driver Safety, And The History And Legacy Of Houston’s Pride Festival (June 20, 2019)
Posted on · Thursday's Houston Matters: Roadway safety concerns over TxDOT's largest road projects, Houston's Pride Festival preview, Holocaust Museum of Houston's new renovations, and Rabbi Barry Gelman about what keeping it Kosher means.
Houston Matters
Full Show: Carbon Neutral Oil, And Highway Construction Updates (June 7, 2019)
Posted on · On Friday's Houston Matters: Carbon neutral oil, an update on local freeway projects, The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly of the week's news, and pianist Kenny Broberg.
Transportation
Pearland Residents Have Questions About Proposed Mykawa Road Improvements
Posted on · Commuters say the project is long overdue, but they're asking TxDOT to take a second look at some of its plans.
Transportation
Gulf Freeway Interchange Project Means 6 Months Of Detours In League City
Posted on · 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 · 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 · The funds will help smaller communities build infrastructure for cycling and walking. Money will also be used to create safe routes to school.
Transportation
PHOTOS: Traffic Slows As TxDOT Starts Work On I-45 Connector Ramp
Posted on · TxDOT says delays are to be expected as drivers get used to the detours.