Texas Roads + Highways

Texas DPS is increasing patrols from March 9-17 for Spring Break and St. Patrick’s Day. Operation CARE aims to reduce crashes by targeting speeding and drunk driving across the state. Stay safe and avoid a ticket.

Texas law prohibits cutting through parking lots to avoid traffic lights. While it seems like a time-saver, police can ticket you for this dangerous move.

TxDOT crews are repairing concrete rails on the south Loop 289 flyover this week. Expect daytime closures and detours to the frontage road through Thursday.

Texas DPS is increasing road patrols for Super Bowl LX this Sunday. With 1,300 citations issued last year, officials urge fans to avoid speeding and impaired driving to ensure everyone makes it home safely after the game.

Northbound I-27 in downtown Lubbock faces lane closures through April 30. Drivers near the Courthouse or Buddy Holly Hall should plan for delays, while also watching for potholes caused by recent snow.

Just when you think the worst is over, that hidden black ice could be waiting. Safety first as we navigate this chilly season.

Lubbock drivers face a double whammy this weekend: severe sub-zero cold and snow combined with major construction delays. Avoid travel if possible, especially on I-27 and US 84.

Police chases often injure innocent bystanders. If you get hit by a cop chasing a suspect in Texas, document everything, seek witnesses, and consider a lawyer to navigate the complex liability laws.

TxDOT has launched a $2.7M safety project on US 62/82 between Lubbock and Ropesville. Expect lane closures through December 2026 as crews install 13 miles of cable median barriers to prevent head-on crashes.

Tired of Lubbock traffic? TxDOT is holding a public meeting today, Dec. 18, to discuss major upgrades to FM 179. Learn about new lanes, signals, and drainage structures planned for the 1.8-mile stretch near Wolfforth.

Driving in Texas? Know the HOV lane rules! Designed to ease congestion, the HOV (high-occupancy vehicle) lane is generally for vehicles with two or more passengers

Don’t treat the middle lane like a merge lane. Texas law (Sec. 545.060) limits use of the continuous left-turn lane. Find out what’s legal and how to stay ticket-free