Category: Transportation

Posted on January 18, 2012 · A school in Houston's' Fourth Ward near downtown has been given a new lease of life, and officials hope an influx of students will follow. 

Posted on January 17, 2012 · Tax season is upon us and like every year, there are two types of people: the ones who want their money and send their returns in right away, and those who procrastinate and wait until the last minute.  Bill Stamps stopped by one center where they aren't just getting their taxes done early, they're having them done for free.

Posted on January 16, 2012 · Drivers in Houston are paying more for gas this week.

Posted on January 12, 2012 · Gasoline prices are up again in Texas — an average of seven cents per gallon. But today's statewide price may seem cheap compared to what we could be paying later this year. Houstonians may see record-breaking gasoline prices this summer.

Posted on January 2, 2012 · This past summer, the City of Houston saw near record numbers of water main breaks due to the high temperatures and lack of rain. After getting a bit of a break during the fall, crews are back at it again as colder temperatures are causing breaks as well.

Posted on December 26, 2011 · Some 7.5 million Texans are hitting the road for end-of-the-year holiday travel, according to AAA Texas. Many consumers have been seeking last-minute deals at affordable winter destinations.

Posted on December 22, 2011 · Holiday travelers will have lots of company this year at Houston's airports, and if you haven't flown in a while, there are a few things you need to remember to help you get through security quicker.

Posted on November 16, 2011 · As Metro prepares to receive millions of dollars in federal funds for light rail construction, officials say work is progressing on three new lines. Along with construction comes headaches for local residents and businesses, but Metro officials say they're hoping to keep those to a minimum.

Posted on November 9, 2011 · Now that Metro is preparing to sign agreements with the federal government for millions, two new light rail lines move closer to becoming a reality. Officials say it's a first-of-its-kind project for the Houston area, and a signal of improved relations between Metro and Washington.

Posted on July 29, 2011 · As Tropical Storm Don approaches the Texas coast — Houstonians are once again reminded that it's time to have all your hurricane gear in order.  And now there's a new iPhone app that could help in the process.

Posted on July 28, 2011 · There was an unexpected announcement at this morning's METRO board meeting.  It was something that has thrown the leadership of the city's transit authority into question.

Posted on July 27, 2011 · Transit development is usually welcome in a city that has been slow to adopt rail service, but never was it more welcomed than in Houston's East End.  The city and METRO have finally agreed that part of the East End Light Rail will go under.

Posted on July 26, 2011 · Texas is streamlining its system for vehicle registration fees.  Under the new plan, all car and light truck drivers will pay the same fee across the state.

Posted on July 26, 2011 · Nine Houston Post Office locations are on a new list of offices that could be closed as the Postal Service deals with a major budget crunch.

Posted on July 25, 2011 · A new report from researchers at Rice University evaluates the health and sustainability of the Houston region.  The report doesn't give Houston a grade or ranking — but instead looks at how the city is doing in 25 categories.