Transportation

Councilmembers back bill encouraging truck drivers to get off I-35, use SH-130

March 25, 2015 4:02pm CDT

Some members of the Austin City Council are throwing their support behind a bill that would encourage 18-wheelers to get off I-35 and use SH-130 instead.

Texas ban on distracted driving moving forward

March 25, 2015 4:01pm CDT

For the second time, Texas representatives have preliminarily passed a statewide texting and driving ban.

"Toll-free Texas" day takes over State Capitol

March 23, 2015 4:59pm CDT

It's "Toll-free Texas" day at the State Capitol.Texans who took part in Monday's rally want not only more highway funding from Texas legislators but also reforms on toll road policy.

Ethics committee hears from TxDOT about billing issues

March 19, 2015 3:56pm CDT

A State House ethics committee is hearing from top officials at TxDOT about TxTAG billing problems.

Lawmakers discuss limited term drivers licenses

March 17, 2015 4:48pm CDT

Several thousand people from North Korea currently hold Texas drivers licenses.That's not from a movie script, but from DPS, which has also issued cards to people who are citizens of countries that...

New bill introduced to reign in TxDOT billing scandal

March 12, 2015 3:49pm CDT

New legislation has been filed to reign in the way TxDOT issues and manages toll road billing.The proposal comes as the road agency is also facing an ethics investigation.

City of Austin interactive map of traffic closures

March 11, 2015 11:47am CDT

The City of Austin has created an interactive map of streets that will be effected by SXSW. The map includes...Full Closures Partial Closure Local Access Only Police discretion BCYCLE locations BCY...

CapMetro Transportation Services for SXSW 2015

March 11, 2015 11:31am CDT

Getting around Austin is easier than ever! Now, leave the change at home and download our FREE mobile app to easily buy passes on-the-go. Buy your Local, Premium or Commuter Day Pass, 7-Day Pass or...

A double deck and more tolls could be in the works for Mopac Expressway

March 9, 2015 9:38pm CDT

More toll lanes are planned for Mopac, this time south of Lady Bird Lake. The focus is from Cesar Chavez to Slaughter Lane.

TxDOT prepared for winter storm

March 4, 2015 4:44pm CST

Bad weather brings bad roads and TxDOT is ready.

Construction crews shifting into high gear as MoPac project deadline date looms

February 20, 2015 4:04pm CST

Construction on the new MOPAC expressway is scheduled to be completed in about eight months.

Reports show road rage is escalating across the nation and in Austin

February 16, 2015 8:54pm CST

Road Rage is escalating across the country.

Lawmakers grill TxDot, Xerox over TxTag problems

February 11, 2015 10:32am CST

The Senate Transportation Committee is receiving an update and overview from officials from the Texas Department of Transportation about issues with TxTag.

Austin City Council to consider adding 32 bike sensors at stop lights around town

February 10, 2015 10:22pm CST

The Austin City Council is expected to vote on accepting a Texas Department of Public Safety grant to add bike sensors at stop lights around town.

Transportation execs meet with City Council to discuss traffic woes

February 9, 2015 8:53pm CST

It's the day-to-day grind of driving through Austin.

Fed up TxTag customers demand answers at customer service center

January 27, 2015 9:09pm CST

Angry TxTag customers converged on a customer service center in Austin Tuesday.They're fed up with billing issues and they demanded some answers.

Former Dell CFO says innovation and a subway are in Austin's future

January 15, 2015 8:25pm CST

With more than 100 people packing up and moving here every day, Austin is a growing and changing place.

MetroRail operating but experiencing delays

January 12, 2015 6:39am CST

CapMetro has announced that MetroRail is experiencing 15-20 minute delays but is operating.

CapMetro fares go up 25 cents

January 11, 2015 8:56pm CST

Starting Sunday it will cost you a little bit more to get around town by CapMetro train or bus.

Austin's Urban Rail proposal fails

November 5, 2014 5:49am CST

One of the most controversial measures on the ballot was defeated by a significant margin.