Road Transportation

Drivers waste $7-Billion sitting in traffic

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Ever wonder how much money you're wasting while sitting in traffic? Yeah, we didn't either, until we saw this: 1.9 billion gallons of fuel, (according to theU.S. Treasury Department), wasted last year in traffic snarls alone. Something to the tune of $7...

Tags: Travel, Highway Transportation, U.S. Department of the Treasury, Transportation

'Augmented-reality' windshields and the future of driving

CNN

Imagine a future in which icons flash on your car windshield, hologram style, as your car approaches restaurants, stores, historic landmarks or the homes of friends. Simply point your hand at them, and the icons open to show real-time information: when...

Tags: Automotive Equipment, Travel, Manufacturing and Engineering, Entertainment, Audi

The Newsfixer: Crosswalks

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The kids are back in school, so the Fixer is on the job to help keep them safe. The Newsfixer was tipped to the Raul C. Martinez Elementary crosswalk that needs a little fixin’; but it’s not the only crosswalk near the school that needs some...

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290 Ground Breaking

Traffic on one Houston area highway is getting a much needed unclogging. Anyone who travels U.S 290 at the 610 north loop during rush hour knows traffic can be a headache.  “I don`t know if many of you know that a lot of those lanes that we`re...

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Road Raging

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Hey commuters, have you noticed since school is back in session the traffic is a nightmare! It is more important than ever to obey the rules of the road and be a courteous driver. So when you're on the freeway, stay out of the left lane unless you're...

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Red Light Camera Locations

Where are the red light cameras located?   Cameras are now installed at the following intersection approaches throughout the City based on crash statistics compiled by the Houston Police Department. Each approach is clearly marked with signs.   W/B Bay...

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Toll Booth Death

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A horrific scene on the Sam Houston Tollway. A drunk driver kills a toll road employee. 48-year old Sheila Lindsey was standing in a closed toll lane on the Beltway near Antoine, cleaning the area near the toll booth. The Harris County Sherriff’...

Tags: Travel, Dallas, Industrial Accidents, Transportation Accidents, Motorvehicle Accidents

Road Rage Murder: Clues Needed to Close Case

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Four months after a deadly road rage shooting in Houston, the case remains open, and the victim's family wants an arrest. Ted Mitsakos moved to Houston years ago and started his own business in auto repair. His cousin, Jimmy Alexopoulos, was 5 years...

Tags: Travel, Crimes, Crime, Law and Justice, Car Repair and Maintenance Tips, Transportation

Dead body found in McDonald's Parking Lot

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New Year's Eve: Get a Designated Driver!

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The Texas Department of Public Safety announced Thursday that troopers will be out in full force for New Year's Eve, targeting drunken drivers on roadways locally and throughout the state. New Year's Eve for many is a time to carouse. To go out on the...

Tags: Travel, Automotive Equipment, New Year's Day, AAA, Holidays

Men Sustain Brain Damage, Sue City and Local Law Enforcement

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Court documents say two men have permanent brain damage because of the actions of local law enforcement. Michael Callahan, attorney for Mecole Roques, 20, and Dexter Sewell, 22, says the constitutional rights of his clients were violated. A lawsuit filed...

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