Dec. 9, 2025 By Jewel Schoppe SAN ANGELO – TxDOT recently welcomed families for a holiday-themed Car Seat Safety Checkup event to help caregivers ensure their children are traveling as safely as possible this holiday season. Certified Child Passenger …
AUSTIN – The loss of a loved one hits even harder over the holidays. There are empty chairs at thousands of tables for Texas families devastated by deadly drunk driving crashes. As Texans gather to celebrate this time of year, the Texas Department of …
Dec. 2, 2025 By Ryan LaFontaine AUSTIN — From long-awaited intersection reopenings and new flyovers, to pedestrian upgrades, mobility improvements surged statewide in November. The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) closed out November with major …
Nov. 26, 2025 By Ryan LaFontaine AUSTIN — For centuries, maps have been a vital tool for human survival. Early cultures used them to hunt for food. But lucky for us, today when hunger strikes, we can rely on TxDOT’s Statewide Planning Map to find the best …
Nov. 25, 2025 By Victoria Lara DALLAS — With nothing more than her two hands and determination, TxDOT’s Marjorie Bentz has dedicated the past seven years to honoring the lives lost on Texas roads. This year marks the 25th anniversary of #EndTheStreakTX …
Nov. 24, 2025 By Staff AUSTIN – As Texas continues to experience rapid population and economic growth and more vehicles on the road, targeted congestion-relief transportation investments are helping drivers spend less time stuck in traffic and saving …
Nov. 19, 2025 By Cynthia Vaquera AUSTIN — Keeping roads in good condition takes more than just equipment, cones and asphalt. It requires planning, commitment and leaders like Kevin Lenox, TxDOT maintenance supervisor in Burnet. “From day to day the …
Nov. 17, 2025 By Cynthia Vaquera AUSTIN — Texas is a massive state with a gulf, mountains, deserts and forests, and expert hands are watching over every mile to help respond to emergencies. Matthew Heinze, TxDOT’s emergency management coordinator and …
Nov. 14, 2025 By Laura Butterbrodt AUSTIN – Here’s what the Texas Transportation Commission discussed and approved at its November meeting. Public Transportation The Commission approved more than $284.8 million for bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure …
Nov. 5, 2025 By Heather Deaton ATLANTA – The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) would like to announce that Katie Martin, P.E. has been selected as the new Atlanta district engineer. In her new position, Martin will oversee the planning, design, …
Nov. 10, 2025 By Val Lopez FORT WORTH — A major transportation upgrade is underway in northwest Tarrant County, as TxDOT advances a significant bridge and roadway expansion project on SH 199 over Lake Worth. The project hit a key milestone last month, when …
Nov. 7, 2025 By staff AUSTIN – Every single day for the past quarter century, a mother, father, son or daughter has died in a crash in Texas. There are many wonderful things Texas is known for, but the 25-year streak of daily deaths is one thing we need to …
Nov. 6, 2025 By Ryan LaFontaine AUSTIN – October was a month of remarkable momentum for the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT), as crews broke ground on major new projects, advanced ongoing construction, and marked the end of an era for an iconic …
Nov. 4, 2025 By Cynthia Vaquera PHARR, Texas — In every corner of Texas, our roads tell a story that goes beyond just concrete and equipment. Stories of people with vision and commitment, working to connect their communities with better opportunities. In …
Oct. 30, 2025 By Danny Perez HOUSTON— Multiple trees are now growing in the Houston area, honoring fallen workers and raising awareness about the importance of driving safe in work zones. In the Houston area, 24 TxDOT workers have lost their lives in …
By Laura Butterbrodt 10/31/25 AUSTIN – Here’s what the Texas Transportation Commission discussed and approved at its October meeting. Short Course Texas Department of Transportation Executive Director Marc Williams reflected on the 99th Annual …
Oct. 21, 2025 By Cynthia Vaquera AUSTIN — More than 850 TxDOT employees responded to the July 4th floods in Central Texas, clearing debris, inspecting bridges and helping impacted communities. It was hard work that took its toll on everyone involved. “In …
Oct. 14, 2025 By Victoria Burns AUSTIN — TxDOT is working with other state agencies to actively monitor illegal dumping across the state. The initiative that began in San Antonio is now expanding its scope into new territories, adding a new twist to the “ …
Oct. 9, 2025 By Ryan LaFontaine AUSTIN – The opening of long-awaited flyovers ahead of schedule and moving forward on plans for key highway expansions highlight the many project milestones across the state in September. San Antonio: New turnaround and …
Oct. 7, 2025 By Victoria Lara DALLAS — Texans beam with pride year-round, and during the State Fair of Texas that spirit shines brightest, filling the air with tradition and celebration. It only makes sense that here—at this annual gathering of all things …
