In-Depth
Houston Is Growing, But Its Parking Spaces May Not Be
Posted on · We look at how city planners may reduce the number of parking spaces for new developments.
Transportation
Transportation
Gas Prices Rising in Texas, Hard to Say Where They’re Headed Next
Posted on · Drivers in Houston and around the state are paying a few cents more than last week
Transportation
Metro Cracking Down on Drivers Who Use HOV Lanes Illegally
Posted on · Police are now doing targeted enforcement on one of Houston’s busiest commuter routes
Transportation
Could A New Interstate North of Houston Help Alleviate The City’s Traffic Issues?
Posted on · There’s a call to create a new interstate highway through the southeastern United States and it’s coming from a student-led coalition.
Transportation
Metro Addresses Complaints from Disabled Transit Riders
Posted on · The agency says it has started a new training program for drivers that focuses on customer service and safety.
Transportation
PARK(ing) Day Brings Out Houstonians’ Creativity as They Imagine New Uses for Urban Spaces
Posted on · The Houston event was part of a worldwide effort that illustrates the amount of space used for vehicles.
Transportation
PHOTOS: Bayou Greenways Unveils Long-Awaited Bike And Pedestrian Bridge
Posted on · Cyclists and walkers now have a new option in Houston’s East End
Top Stories
Houston Fire Gets Ballistic Vests, Ivanka Trump at Johnson Space Center, New School Mental Health, Bullying Prevention Program, And More
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News
Chron: Houston’s Impaired Drivers Cause Most Fatal Crashes in U.S.
Posted on · The Houston Chronicle looks into what’s behind Houston’s DWI deaths
Transportation
Transportation Officials Discuss Traffic Safety in Annual “State of TxDOT” Address
Posted on · Millions of dollars in transportation projects are now moving forward in Houston and around the state. Two top transportation officials said safety is a major concern.
Transportation
Houston-Area Communities Respond to Proposed Red Light Camera Ban
Posted on · We could see a bill in the next legislative session banning red light cameras in Texas. But some local leaders say they’re a valuable tool that keeps the roads safe.
Transportation
Ten Years After Ike, Galveston Plans Millions of Dollars in Infrastructure Upgrades
Posted on · Galveston is about to launch a major effort to fix some of its aging streets. Much of that work will be paid for with local money.
Transportation
Metro Moves to The Next Step with Its Proposed Regional Transit Plan
Posted on · Officials say they're on target to put a bond issue before voters next year. The transit agency’s board is now reviewing millions of dollars in proposed improvements.
Education News
Parents Continue to Struggle with New Houston School Bus System
Posted on · The Houston school district has said that they’re reviewing the bus system daily to try and improve efficiency, and additional changes are expected.
Transportation
Transportation Planners Consider Regional Transit Fare Collection System
Posted on · With commuters now moving in all directions, the Houston-Galveston Area Council hopes to smooth out the ride for people who travel by bus. Transportation planners say riders should be able to transfer to different bus systems by only paying one fare.