Eastbound Highway 83 connector fully reopened after semi-trailer plowed through barrier earlier this week.
Eastbound Highway 83 connector fully reopened after semi-trailer plowed through barrier earlier this week.
Crews confirm overpass is safe following minor damage; repairs to begin soon.
Drivers urged to check DriveTexas.org for real-time updates as weather continues to impact roads.
Abandoned vehicles and rising waters create major hazards as road crews race to reopen routes across the Valley.
FM 106 shut down in both directions as crews begin repairs; bridge to remain lifted until further notice.
Drivers urged to seek alternate routes as concrete planking replacement begins Tuesday morning.
Phishing Texts Tricking Drivers Into Sharing Personal Information A new statewide scam targeting Texas drivers is making waves, with scammers sending text messages claiming that unpaid toll fees need to be paid immediately or face penalties. These fraudulent texts are...
Broken drain pipe led to road closure; TxDOT and local crews worked swiftly to restore traffic flow.
Officials stress the importance of cautious driving as temperatures plummet
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