On Tuesday morning, a serious multi-vehicle collision on the I-10 East Freeway at Cedar Lane in Houston caused major disruptions. The crash involved three vehicles, including an overturned heavy-duty truck, triggering a full closure of the eastbound lanes while emergency crews dealt with the scene. Drivers were diverted via feeder roads until traffic could be…
The Houston Avenue bridge over Interstate 10 has once again made headlines—this time for a troubling repeat of incidents that continue to raise concerns for safety, infrastructure, and liability. Just days ago, a heavy-duty truck hauling an excavator struck the Houston Avenue bridge in eastbound I-10 traffic, sending debris raining down and injuring a nearby…
This week, drivers traversing the Southwest Freeway (U.S. 59) near Beltway 8 South faced unexpected disruptions due to emergency road repairs. According to KHOU, the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) closed multiple lanes to address damaged concrete, triggering congestion during peak hours. What Sparked the Repairs TxDOT crews responded promptly after identifying significant concrete damage affecting the…
The Houston City Council has recently taken a decisive step to bolster public safety by approving an ordinance that bans “sitting, standing or walking on median strips that are six feet wide or less,” as well as on divided roadways lacking a median altogether. Violation of this measure now constitutes a Class C misdemeanor, carrying…
Houston motorists were met with an unexpected—and electrifying—roadblock recently when a lightning strike ignited power lines over Interstate 10 near Lathrop Street, prompting a full closure of both eastbound and westbound lanes. The Incident According to KHOU’s traffic update, a lightning bolt struck an overhead power line, resulting in a fire that sent those lines…
A crash at the intersection of I-35W and FM 1187 near Crowley in Tarrant County brought traffic to a standstill Thursday morning, highlighting once again how a single accident can ripple across a community and cause serious disruptions. According to the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT), multiple lanes were closed due to the crash, leading…
On Sunday, July 6, 2025, a serious rollover collision halted traffic on FM 852, just west of Lake Gilmer, catching drivers off-guard and prompting swift emergency response. According to KLTV, the wreck involved at least one vehicle flipped over, blocking the roadway entirely. Scene Overview and Emergency Response Emergency services were immediately on the scene: six…
On June 16, 2025, the Houston Police Department (HPD) executed a two‑day traffic safety blitz along two of the city’s busiest corridors, Interstate 45 and U.S. 59, handing out approximately 300 citations to drivers across the board. According to HPD’s Traffic Enforcement Captain Jason Rosemon, officers were focused on stopping tailgating, speeding, reckless lane changes,…
On the morning of June 11, 2025, Houston drivers on the North Loop experienced a major delay when a heavy-load truck lost its lumber cargo near the westbound ramp to I‑45. Verified by Houston TranStar at 1:17 a.m., the roadway remained blocked until crews finally reopened it around 8:00 a.m., creating a nearly seven-hour traffic…
Navigating the bustling streets of Texas cities like Houston and Austin requires more than just awareness of traffic signals; understanding jaywalking laws is crucial for both pedestrians and drivers. At Ben Bronston & Associates, we emphasize the importance of being informed about these laws to ensure safety and legal compliance. What Constitutes Jaywalking in Texas?…
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