Transportation
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New Fort Worth bus line pays tribute to Hispanic and Latino cultures
The unveiling of the Fort Worth bus line was timed to coincide with the first day of Hispanic Heritage Month
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Community pushes for immediate fixes to deadly Highway 361
An increase in deaths along Highway 361 is prompting residents to seek immediate safety changes. Here’s what you need to know.
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One nation, under Flock: Houston is surveilled by 4,000 AI cameras
Thousands of AI cameras quietly monitor Houston roads, parking lots and neighborhoods—here’s the information they’re storing about you.
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Trinity Metro offers free service throughout Tarrant County this July 4th
Trinity Metro announced free rides throughout Tarrant County on July 4. Here’s everything you need to know about the deal.
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Heads up, cyclists and joggers: White Oak Bayou Greenway closed near N. Shepherd for 3 months
The stretch of Houston’s White Oak Bayou Greenway near N. Shepherd will be closed for the next 90 days. Here’s everything you need to know.
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DFW Airport ramps up staff and signage ahead of FIFA World Cup
Dallas-Fort Worth Airport is getting ready for an influx of visitors ahead of the upcoming FIFA World Cup. Here’s how it’s preparing.
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No match? No problem: Trinity Metro helps FIFA fans discover North Texas beyond the stadium
The Cowtown Visitor Shuttle will run on non-match days during the FIFA World Cup. Here’s what you need to know.
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30+ years of Republican statewide rule in Texas by the numbers
By nearly every metric, Texans are worse off than they were before the GOP controlled every lever of power in the state.
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Did you know more than 36% of Dallas residents live in food deserts?
While some parts of the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex have easy access to groceries, the area has plenty of food deserts where options are more sparse.
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‘I would just stay home’: Paratransit riders speak out against potential DART withdrawal
Riders who rely on paratransit services are advocating to stay in DART ahead of the May 2 election. Here’s what you need to know.
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Here’s your Dallas-Fort Worth news rundown for the week
Here’s a recap of some of this week’s headlines, from education to food.
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American Airlines modernizes travel with electronic boarding gates at DFW
American Airlines will launch electronic boarding gates at Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport this summer. Here’s what to know.
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North Tarrant Express poised for multi-million dollar overhaul
Construction is set to start on the North Tarrant Express beginning in June or July. Here’s what you need to know. A $142 million construction project is set to break ground on the North Tarrant Express following the conclusion of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. A spokesperson for TxDOT, Shawna Russell Jones, told the Fort Worth…
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White Rock Lake Trail remains closed after large sinkhole opened along path
A sinkhole 20-40 feet deep opened along White Rock Lake Trail last week. Here’s everything you need to know.
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Uber puts safety first with nationwide Women Preferences rollout
Uber recently launched a nationwide “Women’s Preferences” feature for riders and drivers to increase safety. Here’s what you need to know.
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Why did gas prices go up? Will gas prices go down? What to know
Gas prices appear to be soaring across the country — and in Texas — as the conflict in Iran continues.
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No driver? No problem. Waymo’s autonomous cars roll out in 3 Texas cities
Waymo recently expanded into San Antonio, Houston, and Dallas. Here’s what to know about the driverless vehicles.
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Catching a Lyft or Uber at McAllen Airport? Soon it’ll cost you $3 more
McAllen city leaders recently approved an added fee for ride shares at its International Airport. Here’s what you need to know.
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SFA plans to move iconic Stone Fort Museum due to upcoming development projects
SFA announced that it will be relocating the historic Stone Fort Museum due to upcoming development projects. Here’s what you need to know.
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Keeping Texas communities safer: Variable speed limits could prevent future crashes
Variable speed limit signs are starting to appear across Texas. Here’s why.
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DART, Texas’ largest public transit system, may come undone in 2026
A suburban mutiny against North Texas’ largest public transit agency threatens to upend how tens of thousands of Texans get around in the state’s most populated urban area — at a time state transportation planners say the state needs more public transit.
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Texas adds new ID restrictions on vehicle registrations and renewals
The Texas Department of Motor Vehicles is implementing more stringent photo identification requirements for all vehicle registrations and renewals in an abrupt shift that could shut out undocumented residents from legally owning vehicles.
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Houston METRO steps into the future with new fare system
A new way to pay for public transit is currently in its soft launch phase, and is set to usher in a new era for the Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County (METRO).
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Women-only Uber driver option now available in Texas cities, sparking criticism, lawsuits from male drivers
A new system feature from Uber is showing mixed responses as the driving app rolls out a pilot program in Texas cities.
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Car-dominant Texas needs more public transit to meet mobility demands, TxDOT report says
A draft of the first-of-its-kind Texas Department of Transportation plan released in October outlines the need for boosted public transportation in rural and smaller urban areas as well as a greater array of travel options, including rail, between the state’s major urban centers.
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All aboard the Silver Line! Ride free between Plano and DFW airport through Nov. 8
DART’s Silver Line is officially up and running. Here’s what you need to know about its 10 station stops.
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I-10 project to shut down major lanes of Houston traffic until 2026
Sorry to be the bearer of bad news but Houston traffic is, frankly, only about to get worse with the news of what’s going down on I-10.
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Clearing the air in DFW: A look at local steps to improve air quality
Between a bustling population, long commutes, industrial activities, and the limited public transportation access, it’s not too surprising that the Dallas-Fort Worth area ranks as the 10th-worst city for ozone pollution. That’s according to the American Lung Association’s 2025 air quality report, which in 2024 ranked DFW at no. 13. The report collects data on…
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Some of Houston’s most congested roads could improve under new transportation plan
A new $146 billion transportation plan could potentially provide traffic relief to Houstonians. The Unified Transportation Program, developed by the Texas Department of Transportation, will take place over the next 10 years after being approved on Thursday. “ What it means for the Houston area is addressing growth,” TxDOT PIO Danny Perez told COURIER HTX. “Houston…
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Dallas unveils ambitious 2025 Bike Plan for safer streets
Dallas adopts the 2025 Bike Plan to expand cycling infrastructure, reduce emissions, and create safer routes for all skill levels across the city.
