Austin weather: TxDOT preps roadways for upcoming arctic blast
The arctic blast and the possibility of snow set to come to Central Texas has cold weather preparation underway for residents, school districts, and city officials.
I-35 construction: Austin ISD transportation talks about project's effects
Commuters have noticed some changes on I-35 as construction for the I-35 Capital Express Central project is now underway. This project will affect many including Austin ISD.
Austin Light Rail: Austinites get closer look at project
The new light rail system is on track to start construction in Austin in 2027. It is part of the project connect transit plan.
CapMetro begins testing new MetroRapid bus lines
CapMetro has begun testing new Rapid bus lines in Austin which will officially begin taking passengers in the spring.
Austin Light Rail: New images, renderings provide insight into project
The Austin Transit Partnership (ATP) released new renderings and a draft environmental impact statement highlighting the impact the Light Rail will have on traffic, property, acquisitions, air quality, and the environment.
CTRMA toll rates going up in 2025
New rates on Austin-area toll roads will be going into effect on New Year's Day.
Judge dismisses lawsuit against city over Project Connect
A judge has dismissed a lawsuit claiming Project Connect's tax rate was "miscalculated."
CapMetro app will retire in March 2025 after system update
The CapMetro app is going away and riders will soon have to use tap-to-pay. This is part of a sweeping system update by CapMetro.
Texas gas prices predicted to be low during record-breaking holiday travel
Drivers might be gifted cheaper fuel costs as prices are predicted to be the lowest on Christmas Day nationwide since the pandemic.
TxDOT plans to use AI to enhance safety on the roads
TxDOT has plans to use artificial intelligence to enhance safety on the roadways. The department says the technology will help monitor and manage traffic.
Williamson County marks completion of alternative downtown Georgetown route
Williamson County is celebrating the completion of an alternative route in downtown Georgetown.
Concerns grow over lack of school zone near Liberty Hill High School
Hundreds of people are voicing their concern about a lack of a school zone near Liberty Hill High School.
I-35 expansion project: TxDOT prepares to demolish MLK Bridge
Construction is underway for the I-35 Capital Express Central Project as the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) prepares to demolish the MLK bridge.
SH 130 in WilCo will be widened to 3 lanes after funding approval
The project will widen SH 130 from two to three lanes in each direction.
Autonomous drones could patrol SH 130 as part of intelligent infrastructure
Autonomous drones could provide around-the-clock security, inspections, traffic monitoring, and assistance for emergency responders along State Highway 130.
License plate cloning leads to TxTag bills for San Antonio woman
A Central Texas woman learned her license plate had been "cloned" when she received a bill for driving on Austin-area toll roads.
High-speed rail efforts in Texas have gained some momentum. The Texas Legislature and Donald Trump may change
A yearslong effort to bring high-speed rail to Texas has recently shown signs of life, but state lawmakers have consistently put up roadblocks to keep it from happening.
Possible MoPac expansion faces pushback from local organization
The Save Our Springs Alliance is protesting the nearly eight-mile-long project to possibly expand the MoPac expressway in downtown and South Austin.
Texas federal court rejects Boeing plea deal over 737 Max crashes, cites DEI concerns
A federal judge has rejected Boeing's plea deal connected with a criminal investigation into two deadly plane crashes.
Project Connect MetroRapid Lines coming to East Austin next year
The multi-billion-dollar Project Connect transit plan is set to roll out MetroRapid lines in East Austin next year.