Transportation

The roads were treated with a brine solution that helps prevent ice from sticking to the pavement.

The $53.5 million project, which began in January 2018, was completed ahead of schedule.

The grant comes only one month after Austinites voted to fund Project Connect, and it is the first example of federal funding Capital Metro says it expects to secure to support the program.

The study from AAA shows that men are more likely to engage in aggressive driving behaviors like speeding, tailgating, not allowing cars to merge, honking, and gesturing at other drivers. 

During the meeting, there were many updates, including improvements at the Pleasant Valley Super Stop are now complete.

Instead of three lanes on each side, Congress Avenue has now shrunk down to two to make room for the bike lanes.

Members of the public can use an interactive, online map tool to indicate whether they support the proposed projects, as well as provide comments.

Elon Musk may be hinting at a new business opportunity in Austin. 

TxDOT is hoping to bring awareness so that more lives aren’t lost on the roadways through its “End the Streak” campaign.

The results Tuesday night showed 58 percent of Austin voters for Proposition A, 41 percent against.

Austin voters decided to approve Proposition A or Project Connect, a potential solution for traffic, mobility, and climate change.

CapMetro has provided a list online of polling locations matched with transit options to help riders find which route will best help them vote.

Capital Metro celebrated the grand opening of its MetroRail Downtown Station today with city officials, including Austin Mayor Steve Adler, in attendance. Officials say the station not only opened ahead of schedule but also under budget.

Brad Wheelis with TxDOT joins Mike Warren on FOX 7 Austin to talk about a new campaign to urge drivers, pedestrians, and bicyclists to follow the rules of the road.