TRANSPORTATION

Nearly 43,000 people were killed on U.S. roads last year, the highest number in 16 years as Americans returned to the highways after the pandemic forced many to stay at home.

The I-35 Northeast Expansion Project will soon break ground. TxDOT officials say it will improve mobility and increase safety in the area.

She will cover the Panhandle and South Plains through Report for America. She previously reported for Texas Tech Public Media.

Texas is a great state, but there’s a lot of work to do, and it starts with the public — and what Texans really want. The political class isn’t going to do this on its own.

Texas political leaders usually settle for caution. The big stuff is risky, but it’s also possible — and even inspiring — to see leaders ignoring the small stuff and aiming higher.

The Austin-Bergstrom International Airport and Capital Metro are both assessing how an April 18 decision by a federal judge to strike down the mask mandate for public transportation will affect their operations.

The delays caused by the state’s inspections are the latest blow to farmers and produce businesses in the Rio Grande Valley recovering from the pandemic and losses from last year’s winter storm.

Abbott’s new policy has resulted in hourslong delays and protester blockades at border crossings. The state’s agriculture commissioner criticized the measure as an “economy killing action.”

Whether you’re using your cellphone, eating or talking to a passenger, distracted driving now kills more people than drunk driving.

Commercial traffic at the Pharr-Reynosa International Bridge stopped Monday and a similar protest affected traffic into and out of El Paso. The blockades could impact the flow of produce to restaurants and grocery stores.

Advanced Rapid Transit (ART) is essentially large buses, typically running in designated lanes. With a new bus arriving every 10 to 15 minutes, and riders paying before they get on, VIA officials say it offers the benefits of a rail line at a lower cost.

The nationwide average price for a gallon of unleaded gas has reached record highs in 2022, according to GasBuddy.com.

General Motors is recalling more than 740,000 small SUVs in the U.S. because the headlight beams can be too bright and cause glare for oncoming drivers.

The Alamo Regional Mobility Authority announced Wednesday that its board of directors have chosen Elon Musk’s The Boring Company to move forward on collaborations for a high capacity transportation project connecting the airport with downtown San Antonio.

After two years of isolation, people are ready to pack their bags for a much-needed vay-cay.

Thinking about ditching your car for a more affordable option? You’re not alone. More are considering e-bikes to commute to work or run errands.

It’s no secret that public transportation still has a hard road ahead as it tries to recover riders lost during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Watson was mayor of the city from 1997 to 2001 and is focused on tackling the rising cost of living, homelessness, public safety and transportation.

A proposed Advanced Rapid Transit system aims to make trips fast and easy for commuters.

On Thursday, a unanimous city council vote changed the name again, this time now to be called, Historic Old US Highway 90.

The main lanes of Interstate 10 near Boerne are expected to close this weekend due to a bridge demolition.

Authorities across the state have expressed frustration with the agency as hundreds of thousands of fake tags are illegally sold and used in a wide range of offenses.

The cycling community in San Antonio is outraged by the Texas Transportation Commission’s decision to nix San Antonio plans that would have added protected bike lanes to Broadway Avenue.

The members of the Texas Transportation Commission, which oversees TxDOT, voted Thursday to stop a long-planned hand-off of a 2.2 mile section of State Loop 368 between Burr Road and I-35, which overlaps with Broadway Avenue.

City officials have been caught off guard by the state's imminent move to halt the transfer of a 2.2-mile stretch of Broadway Avenue, which would also halt their plans for its redesign.

The Texas Department of Transportation is gearing up for freezing temperatures. Crews are set to start road preparation later Wednesday morning.

Texas will receive a half billion dollars to help pay for bridge improvements and repairs, money coming from the federal infrastructure law.

If you live in a part of the country where you experience all four seasons then you’re pretty used to snowplows cleaning up the streets of your town when mother nature decides to dump inches of snow on the ground.

With colder weather expected this weekend, you might be tempted to warm up your car before getting in and taking off. But that could make your vehicle a target for thieves.

As San Antonio voters are set to consider another major bond issue this year, some of the projects from the last bond are being completed.

Collisions like the one on the Northeast Side this morning between a train and an 18-wheeler can cause more than just traffic delays. They can impact when goods are shipped or delivered.

The main lanes of Interstate 10 near Boerne will need to be closed for a full weekend in January due to a bridge demolition.

City of San Antonio planners say the area around I-35 and Loop 410 and on the Northeast Side is challenged by increasing congestion. They want the public’s thoughts about how to shape the future of the area.

Red light cameras are a sore subject for many drivers as two communities in our area still have them on the roads.

With New Year’s Eve approaching, law enforcement agencies are preparing to combat drunk driving. They’re concerned about a potential increase in alcohol-related crashes over 2020.

Fewer daylight hours and a spike in deer activity this time of year increase the chances of roadway crashes with the animals, according to AAA Texas.

It’s a year-round message we’ve heard plenty of times: don’t drink and drive. But this time of year, it’s especially important.

A rural Texas landowner is battling Texas Central in a lawsuit that hinges on whether the company can forcibly take parcels needed to connect the state’s two biggest urban areas.

Most area highways slipped in the latest ranking of the most congested roadways in Texas, reflecting disruptions in traffic patterns caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.

City of San Antonio planners say the area around I-35 and Loop 410 and on the Northeast Side is challenged by increasing congestion. They want the public’s thoughts about how to shape the future of the area.

State law requires drivers to move over for stopped emergency responders and maintenance vehicles, but many people still don’t do so. The consequences can be deadly.

State law requires drivers to move over for stopped emergency responders and maintenance vehicles, but many people still don’t so. The consequences can be deadly.

Design work is underway on a portion of the massive project to reshape I-35 on the Northeast side, with construction expected to begin in mid-2022.

There never seems to be enough time during the holidays. Between work, events and shopping, you easily become distracted. But AAA Texas says the worst place to lose focus is the parking lot.

Work will continue next week on Loop 1604 at Blanco Road. Crews are revamping the intersection as part of a major project to improve and expand the highway.

Now that the next phase of the Loop 1604 construction project is underway, some neighbors report being jolted awake by the road work. Crews are excavating and using controlled explosions to clear material at the Blanco Road intersection.

Now that the next phase of the Loop 1604 construction project is underway, some neighbors report being jolted awake by the road work. Crews are excavating and using controlled explosions to clear material at the Blanco Road intersection.

As traffic returns to normal volumes, transportation experts are considering some new — and old —ideas to reduce congestion.

HERO is meeting its target of clearing stalled, abandoned or disabled vehicles within 20 minutes, doing so at an average of 16 minutes.

AAA Texas reminds drivers that safety is important for not only Christmas trees but also things like ladders and furniture.

Many people plan to take road trips this holiday week.

Navigating the COVID-19 pandemic has been challenging for many companies and government agencies, including public transit. Now, one agency in our area is getting some national recognition for its COVID-19 response.

Transportation is a vital portion of the massive infrastructure bill passed by Congress last week.

Limited transportation has long been a hurdle to employment, hindering growth at some companies and preventing people who need work from accessing available jobs. As the rise of e-commerce spurs job growth in industrial areas that are often not close to public transportation, employers hope addressing transit needs attracts a wider pool of candidates and helps workers arrive on time.

SAN ANTONIO San Antonios transit system will extend its free rides until May 31 amid the coronavirus pandemic. Fares for VIA bus, VIAtrans and VIA Link service have been suspended since March 21 in order to reduce crowding. Fare collection will begin again on June 1, according to a news release. The health and safety measures instituted by VIA amid the pandemic will remain in place: