Transportation
Investigators Say Driver Was Unresponsive Before A Bus Carrying Channelview High School Students Crashed In Alabama
Posted on · The NTSB also reports there were no signs that the bus had mechanical problems
Transportation
News
Texas Ranks 8th In The Country Among States With The Highest Hit-And-Run Crashes
Posted on · More than one hit-and-run crash occurs every minute on U.S. roads, according to new research from the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety
News
Massive Truck Fire on I-45 Snarls Traffic Headed To Downtown Houston
Posted on · No serious injuries were reported in the wreck that also has involved several other vehicles
Transportation
Toll Roads Face Tax, Increased Traffic Challenges In The Houston-Area And Texas
Posted on · Gov. Greg Abbott and Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick have taken hard-line stances against the mixing of Texas Department of Transportation money and toll revenues
News
UPDATE: Houston Wants To Build 50 Miles Of New Bike Lanes
Posted on · It's part of a partnership between the City and Harris County
Transportation
Montgomery County Approves Bonds For Toll Road Project But Not Without Controversy
Posted on · One commissioner wants to put the issue before voters in a referendum.
Transportation
Fort Bend County Is Collecting Old Tires For Free This Saturday
Posted on · Officials hope to avoid some of the health issues that could result from discarded tires.
Houston Matters
Survey: Houston Is The Worst City For Dealing With Tow Trucks
Posted on · When it comes to towing rates and storage fees, the Property Casualty Insurers Association of America says Houston is the most "hostile" market in the country.
Houston Matters
Who’s At Fault When A Self-Driving Car Hurts Someone?
Posted on · After a death in Arizona involving an autonomous vehicle, Houston Matters learns more about the technology, its legal ramifications, and its potential in Greater Houston.
Houston Matters
Houston Chosen To Be Part Of Smart Transportation Technologies Program
Posted on · More than 50 cities applied to improve urban transportation through technology and other methods.
Transportation
Transportation Planners Hear The Concerns Of People Recovering From Harvey
Posted on · The Houston-Galveston Area Council is gathering public input on its long-range transportation plan, but some people say their needs are more immediate. Neighbors spoke about those concerns at a meeting in northeast Houston.
Transportation
In-Depth: Experts Discuss The Best Ways To Build Roads In Flood-Prone Houston
Posted on · They say new solutions will require more research and investment.
Transportation
Like A Lot Of Smaller Cities, Conroe Is Seeing Increased Demand For Public Transit
Posted on · The city is now looking to expand its bus routes and it's also considering new commuter bus service
Transportation
Metro Wants To Partner With The City Of Houston To Clear HOV Breakdowns Quicker
Posted on · Drivers who break down in Metro’s H-O-V and HOT lanes may soon be able to get their vehicle towed for free. The transit agency is asking the City of Houston to expand its SafeClear program.
Houston Matters
From High-Speed Rail To The 59 Bridge: Updates On Houston Transportation Projects
Posted on · News 88.7 transportation reporter Gail Delaughter updates Houston Matters on several transportation projects in Greater Houston.