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Houston First Corporation assessing how to get broken Montrose-area 59/69 bridge lights back on

Adam Zuvanich

Posted on February 1, 2023 · A series of decorative lights above the Southwest Freeway, installed before Houston last hosted the Super Bowl in 2017, have not been functioning for months.

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Man dies after dancing atop 18-wheeler, colliding with bridge on Houston highway

Adam Zuvanich

Posted on November 15, 2022 · The man who died had gotten on top of the cargo portion of the truck without the knowledge of the driver, according to Houston police.

Tags Eastex Freeway Houston Police Department traffic fatalities U.S. 59/I-69

Beltway 8 Bridges Overpass

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Who Decides When A Bridge Or Road Needs Repair?

Abner Fletcher

Posted on July 30, 2019 · Houston officials explain how area streets and bridges are inspected and when they’re shut down.

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Broken Montrose-area bridge lights to get fix after Houston leaders authorize funding

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Posted on September 20, 2023 · The Houston City Council voted Wednesday to spend $2.66 million to replace a series of decorative bridge lights along the Southwest Freeway. Construction on a new set of lights likely won't begin for at least a year.

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Houston has more litter, lately. What officials are doing to tackle the problem

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Posted on September 14, 2023 · While the city has cleaning crews, it relies on residents to report issues and dispose of trash properly to keep Houston clean.

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Houston picked to host Republican National Convention in 2028

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Posted on August 25, 2023 · The city last hosted the RNC in 1992. Houston beat fellow finalists Miami and Nashville in its bid to host the event in 2028.

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Houston traffic: 69/59 lanes closed this weekend for demolition of some 610 lanes

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Posted on August 18, 2023 · They will remain closed until 5 a.m. Monday, as crews continue demolition of the 610 West Loop northbound bridge over the Southwest Freeway.

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