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SW Freeway completely shut down for miles after crash near Beltway 8 | Massive backups have been reported since 6 a.m.
Read full article: SW Freeway completely shut down for miles after crash near Beltway 8 | Massive backups have been reported since 6 a.m.Traffic has come to a complete standstill on parts of the SW Freeway heading southbound.
Expect delays: TxDOT’s $8.3 million project brings major closures to Beltway 8 in Houston
Read full article: Expect delays: TxDOT’s $8.3 million project brings major closures to Beltway 8 in HoustonStarting Friday, June 21, the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) will begin an $8.3 million roadway rehabilitation project on Beltway 8. Expect multiple extended closures and significant delays. Consider finding alternate routes to avoid the traffic congestion.Stay informed and plan ahead to make your commute smoother. Share this update with fellow drivers! 🚗💨
Man found dead with gunshot wound after car crashes on ramp from Beltway 8 to IH-45
Read full article: Man found dead with gunshot wound after car crashes on ramp from Beltway 8 to IH-45A man was found dead inside a crashed car in North Harris County and law enforcement said he appeared to have a gunshot wound.
Southbound feeder road of Sam Houston Pkwy closed after fatal crash at intersection of N. Lake Houston Pkwy
Read full article: Southbound feeder road of Sam Houston Pkwy closed after fatal crash at intersection of N. Lake Houston PkwyThe southbound feeder road of Sam Houston Pkwy is shut down following a fatal crash involving a sedan and an 18-wheeler in northeast Harris County Wednesday.
Northbound Beltway 8 feeder road in Pasadena closed between Preston Road and Crenshaw Road after crash
Read full article: Northbound Beltway 8 feeder road in Pasadena closed between Preston Road and Crenshaw Road after crashThe Pasadena Police Department said the northbound feeder road of Beltway 8 is closed between Preston Road and Crenshaw Road due to a major crash.
Police search for information after man was shot, killed in north Houston park
Read full article: Police search for information after man was shot, killed in north Houston parkPolice said a man was found shot to death at a park in North Houston on Monday night. According to Houston police, the body was found at about 10 p.m. close to Greens Bayou near Beltway 8.
All northbound lanes on Southwest Freeway at Beltway 8-West back open after 4-vehicle crash
Read full article: All northbound lanes on Southwest Freeway at Beltway 8-West back open after 4-vehicle crashAll northbound lanes of IH-69 Southwest at Beltway 8-West are back open Thursday after a crash involving four vehicles, according to Houston TranStar.
Hot weather caused roads to buckle; Damaged pavement shuts down multiple lanes on Beltway 8
Read full article: Hot weather caused roads to buckle; Damaged pavement shuts down multiple lanes on Beltway 8Multiple lanes on Beltway 8 frontage road at Bellfort Road were closed for several hours as crews worked to repair the damaged road, according to TxDOT Houston.
IH-45 Gulf at Beltway 8-South back open following deadly auto-pedestrian crash
Read full article: IH-45 Gulf at Beltway 8-South back open following deadly auto-pedestrian crashA pedestrian was fatally struck on IH-45 Gulf southbound at Beltway 8-South Thursday, which caused a complete shutdown, according to the Houston Police Department.
Man hit, killed by Pct. 4 deputy after running across feeder road near Beltway 8 North: Authorities
Read full article: Man hit, killed by Pct. 4 deputy after running across feeder road near Beltway 8 North: AuthoritiesA man was hit and killed by a Harris County Precinct 4 deputy constable after running across the feeder road near Beltway 8 North eastbound at Hardy Toll Road Tuesday, authorities said.
Woman dies after jumping out of boyfriend’s vehicle following argument on North Freeway
Read full article: Woman dies after jumping out of boyfriend’s vehicle following argument on North FreewayA woman is dead after she jumped out of a vehicle following an argument with her boyfriend on I-45 North Freeway near Greens Road, according to Harris County Sheriff’s Office.
3-vehicle crash leaves 1 person dead, another hurt on Beltway 8 near Greens Crossing
Read full article: 3-vehicle crash leaves 1 person dead, another hurt on Beltway 8 near Greens CrossingAn investigation is underway after a three-vehicle crash leaves one person dead and another hospitalized in north Harris County Saturday morning.
Beltway 8 westbound to be closed in some areas for emergency spot repairs during next 4 months
Read full article: Beltway 8 westbound to be closed in some areas for emergency spot repairs during next 4 monthsThe Texas Department of Transportation said Friday that portions of the westbound Beltway 8 main lanes will be closed for emergency spot repairs on the roadway surface.
Crash involving at least 4 vehicles leaves woman dead on I-10 East near Beltway 8
Read full article: Crash involving at least 4 vehicles leaves woman dead on I-10 East near Beltway 8At least one person is dead after a four vehicle crash on I-10 Eastbound at Beltway 8 in east Harris County Saturday morning.
Innocent driver dead after being hit by alleged wrong way driver on Beltway 8 near Woodforest
Read full article: Innocent driver dead after being hit by alleged wrong way driver on Beltway 8 near WoodforestAn investigation is underway after a wrong-way crash left at least one person dead on Beltway 8 southbound near Woodforest in east Harris County Sunday morning.
Investigation underway after man dies following crash on Eastex Freeway and Beltway 8, HPD says
Read full article: Investigation underway after man dies following crash on Eastex Freeway and Beltway 8, HPD saysAn investigation is underway after a man died following a crash on the Eastex Freeway eastbound and Beltway 8, officers with the Houston Police Department said.
8-year-old killed, mother remains in critical condition following multi-vehicle crash; Family is now in need of donations to help with unexpected costs
Read full article: 8-year-old killed, mother remains in critical condition following multi-vehicle crash; Family is now in need of donations to help with unexpected costsA 8-year-old boy is dead and at least four people were left injured after a major crash on the feeder road along Beltway 8 in Missouri City, the family confirmed with KPRC 2.
3 suspects in custody after police pursuit on Beltway 8 ends in crash, police say
Read full article: 3 suspects in custody after police pursuit on Beltway 8 ends in crash, police sayThree suspects are in custody after leading officers on a pursuit that began in southeast Houston and ended in Pearland early Saturday, police said.
Rollover semi-crash blocking East Freeway inbound and Beltway 8 in east Houston, police say
Read full article: Rollover semi-crash blocking East Freeway inbound and Beltway 8 in east Houston, police sayAn 18-wheeler involved in a rollover crash is blocking the East Freeway inbound and Beltway 8 in east Houston, police said Monday.
‘Very scary situation’: 2 off-duty HCSO deputies critically hurt in major crash on I-10 Katy Freeway near Beltway 8, sheriff says
Read full article: ‘Very scary situation’: 2 off-duty HCSO deputies critically hurt in major crash on I-10 Katy Freeway near Beltway 8, sheriff saysTwo off-duty deputies with Harris County Sheriff’s Office were hurt in a major crash on Sunday, Sheriff Ed Gonzalez said.
Traffic alert: 7-vehicle crash on Beltway 8 near Antoine causes closures, Pct. 4 says
Read full article: Traffic alert: 7-vehicle crash on Beltway 8 near Antoine causes closures, Pct. 4 saysConstables with Precinct 4 are working to clear a major seven-vehicle crash on Beltway 8 eastbound near Antoine Wednesday.
$1 million lawsuit filed after cement truck falls on SUV, kills 22-month-old boy
Read full article: $1 million lawsuit filed after cement truck falls on SUV, kills 22-month-old boyThe family of a toddler who died after a cement truck fell off of a bridge and landed on a vehicle has filed a lawsuit against the cement truck company.
Motorcyclist dead after crash involving 18-wheeler near Bush Intercontinental Airport, sheriff says
Read full article: Motorcyclist dead after crash involving 18-wheeler near Bush Intercontinental Airport, sheriff saysA motorcyclist is dead after colliding with an 18-wheeler truck near Bush Intercontinental Airport in north Harris County, Sheriff Ed Gonzalez said on social media.
Bicyclist struck, killed while riding on Katy Freeway mainlanes near Beltway 8, police say
Read full article: Bicyclist struck, killed while riding on Katy Freeway mainlanes near Beltway 8, police sayA bicyclist was struck and killed while riding on the Katy Freeway mainlanes near Beltway 8, according to Houston police.
Driver dead after truck falls off, bursts into flames from Beltway 8 overpass near Missouri City, firefighters say
Read full article: Driver dead after truck falls off, bursts into flames from Beltway 8 overpass near Missouri City, firefighters sayA truck driver is dead after authorities say their truck fell off an overpass and caught fire at Beltway 8 on Monday.
Overturned cement mixer loses load, shuts down N. Beltway 8 near JFK: Transtar
Read full article: Overturned cement mixer loses load, shuts down N. Beltway 8 near JFK: TranstarAn overturned cement truck has lost its load, causing a shutdown on N. Beltway 8 near John F. Kennedy Boulevard, according to Transtar.
Deputies: Motorcyclist possibly suffering mental issues dies after jumping off Highway 288 ramp near Pearland during police chase
Read full article: Deputies: Motorcyclist possibly suffering mental issues dies after jumping off Highway 288 ramp near Pearland during police chaseA man who may have been suffering mental health issues died after jumping off the Highway 288 ramp following a police chase, according to the Brazoria County Sheriff's Office.
‘It turns into a parking lot’: Drivers frustrated over several toll lanes that are permanently shut down along Beltway 8
Read full article: ‘It turns into a parking lot’: Drivers frustrated over several toll lanes that are permanently shut down along Beltway 8Redesigned booths are set to be finished in a few years, which will cover safety designs and also include driver focus groups in an effort to improve messaging for the use of Harris County toll roads.
Funeral arrangements released for Harris County Pct. 7 Deputy Jennifer Chavis, who was killed in deadly crash on Beltway 8
Read full article: Funeral arrangements released for Harris County Pct. 7 Deputy Jennifer Chavis, who was killed in deadly crash on Beltway 8Funeral arrangements for the Harris County Precinct 7 Deputy Constable who died after a tragic crash on Beltway 8 near Fondren over the weekend have been released.
WATCH LIVE: Procession held for fallen Pct. 7 Deputy Constable Jennifer Chavis Tuesday
Read full article: WATCH LIVE: Procession held for fallen Pct. 7 Deputy Constable Jennifer Chavis TuesdayA procession is underway for Precinct 7 Deputy Constable Jennifer Chavis, who was killed in a major crash caused by an alleged intoxicated driver on Beltway 8 Saturday evening.
‘Our hearts are once again broken’: Officials pay tribute to Pct. 7 deputy Jennifer Chavis, who died in crash involving an alleged intoxicated driver on Beltway 8
Read full article: ‘Our hearts are once again broken’: Officials pay tribute to Pct. 7 deputy Jennifer Chavis, who died in crash involving an alleged intoxicated driver on Beltway 8Messages of condolences and prayers are being sent to the family and friends of Harris County Pct. 7 deputy Jennifer Chavis, who was killed in a major crash caused by an alleged intoxicated driver on Beltway 8 Saturday evening.
Harris Co. Pct. 7′s Jennifer Chavis identified as deputy killed after her patrol unit was hit by possible drunk driver in F-550, officials say
Read full article: Harris Co. Pct. 7′s Jennifer Chavis identified as deputy killed after her patrol unit was hit by possible drunk driver in F-550, officials sayA Harris County Precinct 7 Deputy Constable has died after a tragic crash on Beltway 8 near Fondren on Saturday evening, according to officials.
Road rage shooting update: Man charged in 26-year-old’s death in northeast Harris County
Read full article: Road rage shooting update: Man charged in 26-year-old’s death in northeast Harris CountyA suspect has been charged in a January road rage shooting in which a man was killed on Beltway 8 in northeast Harris County, authorities said.
Deadly crash involving wrong-way driver, USPS 18-wheeler closes part of Beltway 8 near Hwy 290: HCSO
Read full article: Deadly crash involving wrong-way driver, USPS 18-wheeler closes part of Beltway 8 near Hwy 290: HCSOPart of Beltway 8 near Highway 290 was closed early Monday after a deadly crash involving a wrong-way driver and an 18-wheeler that was carrying mail for USPS, authorities said.
Recognize this vehicle? Houston police believe this car was involved in deadly shooting of 24-year-old
Read full article: Recognize this vehicle? Houston police believe this car was involved in deadly shooting of 24-year-oldHouston police need help identifying the driver of a vehicle they believe was involved in a deadly shooting in Greenspoint near Beltway 8.
Woman causes chain-reaction crash after hitting HPD unit on Gulf Freeway near Beltway 8, police say
Read full article: Woman causes chain-reaction crash after hitting HPD unit on Gulf Freeway near Beltway 8, police sayHouston police are investigating after they said a woman struck a Houston Police Department unit on Gulf Freeway near Beltway 8 Thursday, which caused a chain reaction.
Beltway 8 at Cullen reopens after deputy’s vehicle fatally struck a horse on the roadway
Read full article: Beltway 8 at Cullen reopens after deputy’s vehicle fatally struck a horse on the roadwayThree left lanes of Beltway 8 at Cullen have reopened after a deputy’s patrol car fatally struck a horse that was in the roadway early Sunday morning.
Bissonnet prostitution hot spot: Officials post warning ahead of Houston Bill 2795 going into effect on Sept. 1
Read full article: Bissonnet prostitution hot spot: Officials post warning ahead of Houston Bill 2795 going into effect on Sept. 1Harris County Precinct 3 Commissioner Tom Ramsey and Houston City Council Member Edward Pollard are expected to hold a news conference with other local officials Monday to remind residents of the effective date of House Bill 2795, and how the two offices are partnering to address Bissonnet Street (between Beltway 8 and Southwest Freeway), an area known nationally for prostitution.
KPRC 2 Storm Tracker shows you what it looks like on Houston roads
Read full article: KPRC 2 Storm Tracker shows you what it looks like on Houston roadsA Flash Flood Watch is in effect from 4 a.m. Friday to 7 a.m. Sunday. Nearly 1-3 inches of rain will be widespread with 4-8 inches in spots and 10 possible inches. Even more rain is expected to fall during the weekend.
69-year-old man kills his 93-year-old mother in west Houston, police say
Read full article: 69-year-old man kills his 93-year-old mother in west Houston, police sayHOUSTON – A man shot and killed his elderly mother Tuesday at a home in west Houston, according to police. The homicide was reported about 2:20 p.m. at a home on Briar Forest Drive near Beltway 8. Russell Miller, 69, is charged with aggravated assault of a family member with serious bodily injury in connection with the death of his mother, 93-year-old Dorothy Bassett. Russell Miller is seen in this mug shot released by the Houston Police Department on Dec. 2, 2020. (HPD)According to Houston police, Miller called 911 about 2:30 p.m. and reported that he had Bassett with a .38-caliber pistol.
‘Not safe yet’ to remove bodies in Houston building after stairwell collapse, officials say
Read full article: ‘Not safe yet’ to remove bodies in Houston building after stairwell collapse, officials sayHOUSTON – Members of the Houston Fire Department’s elite rescue team said Monday night it was not safe yet to remove the bodies of three construction workers who were killed when 13 floors of concrete staircases collapsed. After the team rescued a construction worker from the collapse earlier in the day, team members stood by as engineers checked the stability of the perimeter of the collapsed stairwell. A few team members will stand by overnight into Tuesday as construction workers cut holes in the roof of the 15-story future Houston headquarters for Marathon Oil, an HFD captain said. The plan, the captain explained, is to use a crane to remove large portions of the collapsed stairwell through holes in the roof, starting Tuesday. It is unclear when it will be safe to remove the three bodies from the rubble.
Portion of Beltway renamed in honor of Deputy Sandeep Dhaliwal
Read full article: Portion of Beltway renamed in honor of Deputy Sandeep DhaliwalHOUSTON – The Harris County Toll Road Authority agreed to rename a portion of Beltway 8 after Deputy Sandeep Singh Dhaliwal, who died in the line of duty on Sept. 27, 2019. According to a news release from the Harris County Precinct 2 Commissioner Adrian Garcia, Beltway 8 in northwest Harris County near Highway 249 will be named after the deputy who was killed in the line of duty last year. County and federal officials, including Garica and Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzales, were joined by Deputy Dhaliwal’s family and members of the Sikh community for the ceremony. Every day, he helped so many people.”Dhaliwal was a beloved deputy and member of the community. He was also the first Sikh to be allowed to wear traditional attire while in uniform as a sheriff’s deputy.
LIST: High water being reported on some roads during Beta
Read full article: LIST: High water being reported on some roads during BetaHOUSTON – Here is a list of high water locations being reported in the Houston area by Houston Transtar. SH-87/ Broadway Northbound Between 4TH ST to SH-124 All Mainlanes Closed beginning Monday, September 21, 2020 8:30 PMSH-87/ Broadway Southbound Between SH-124 to 4TH ST All Mainlanes Closed beginning Monday, September 21, 2020 8:30 PMSH-35 Northbound At BELTWAY 8-SOUTH to FUQUA 3 Frontage Lane(s) Closed on Tuesday, September 22, 2020 from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PMIH-45 GULF Northbound At TRAVIS Entrance Ramp Closed beginning Tuesday, September 22, 2020 9:00 AMIH-45 NORTH Southbound At IH-10 East/ Milam Exit Ramp Closed beginning Tuesday, September 22, 2020 9:00 AMIH-10 KATY Eastbound At Smith St/ Louisiana St Exit Ramp Closed beginning Tuesday, September 22, 2020 5:30 PMIH-10 EAST Eastbound At MONMOUTH DR 3 Frontage Lane(s), Frontage Road U-turn Closed beginning Monday, September 21, 2020 9:00 AMIH-10 EAST Westbound At MONMOUTH DR 3 Frontage Lane(s), Frontage Road U-turn Closed beginning Monday, September 21, 2020 9:00 AMCheck the latest traffic conditions here.
Residents protest I-45 expansion, citing displaced residents, air quality as top concerns
Read full article: Residents protest I-45 expansion, citing displaced residents, air quality as top concernsHOUSTON – Residents in a north Houston neighborhood are speaking out against the Interstate 45 expansion, which would extend from Interstate 10 to Beltway 8. The opposition argues that the $7 million project, backed by the Texas Department of Transporation, is unnecessary. They said the project will displace residents and harm the air quality. They push for the city to invest in environmentally friendly projects, such as walking trails and biking lanes. The agency is currently conducting an environmental study for the expansion project.
HPD: Driver dies in fiery crash after slamming into wrecker; Beltway 8 reopens
Read full article: HPD: Driver dies in fiery crash after slamming into wrecker; Beltway 8 reopensHOUSTON – Houston police are investigating a deadly, fiery crash that shut down parts of the Beltway 8 Wednesday morning. Police said they were called to an earlier crash around 2:45 a.m. on Beltway 8 and John F. Kennedy in north Houston. According to officers, they were clearing the accident when the driver of an SUV crashed into one of the wreckers. “We don’t see any roadway evidence that he (the driver) applied his brakes at all.”After the crash, the SUV caught on fire, killing the trapped driver of the SUV. Investigators are trying to determine if alcohol was a factor in the crash.
HCSO: 5-year-old child killed, another child injured in crash
Read full article: HCSO: 5-year-old child killed, another child injured in crashA 5-year-old child was killed and another child was seriously injured in a car crash Friday night. Around 11:30 p.m. Friday, HCSO Deputies responded to reports of a single-vehicle crash at the intersection of Fallbrook Drive and the Beltway 8 feeder road in northwest Harris County. The 5-year-old was sitting in the center of the rear seat and wasnt in a child seat, Cheng said. A witness who had responded to the crash scene and rendered aid to those in the car told investigators the male driver appeared intoxicated. Cheng said investigators planned to obtain a breath sample and a blood draw from the man.
You can enjoy some live music, eat pho and crawfish while supporting a Houston restaurant on Friday night
Read full article: You can enjoy some live music, eat pho and crawfish while supporting a Houston restaurant on Friday nightHOUSTON – Bibo’s Bistro and Bar is turning two, and you are invited to celebrate with signature pho and crawfish. The pho and Asian fusion restaurant located at Beltway 8 and Lake Houston Parkway will be celebrating their second anniversary with live music and crawfish at Redemption Square, the restaurant posted on their Facebook page. 🎉 Bibo's Bistro is turning two! Bibo’s Bistro & Bar will also bring a Kona Ice Truck for cool desserts. IF YOU GO:Bibo’s Bistro & Bar - Redemption SquareAddress: 250 Assay, Houston, Texas 77044Date and time: Friday May 29, 6-8 p.m.
Fatal crash closes part of Southwest Freeway at Beltway 8 for several hours, officials say
Read full article: Fatal crash closes part of Southwest Freeway at Beltway 8 for several hours, officials sayHOUSTON – A fatal crash Monday closed a section of the Southwest Freeway at Beltway 8 for several hours as officials investigated the scene. The crash was reported just before 1 p.m. on the southbound side of U.S. Highway 59 near West Bellfort Avenue exit. It was not immediately clear what caused the crash. Drivers were asked to seek alternate routes. The victim’s identity has not been released
4-car accident involving dump truck and cement truck on I-45 Gulf Fwy at Beltway 8, police say
Read full article: 4-car accident involving dump truck and cement truck on I-45 Gulf Fwy at Beltway 8, police sayHOUSTON – Houston police said there was a four-vehicle accident involving a dump truck and cement truck on I-45 and Beltway 8-South the Almeda Genoa exit. Police said the accident happened at around 6:45 a.m. The accident has the left lane, center lane, and right lane blocked, officers said. Police said traffic is flowing through the entrance ramp as of now, so drivers should expect delays.
Houston’s biggest road projects: The Gulf Freeway expansion
Read full article: Houston’s biggest road projects: The Gulf Freeway expansionRoad construction has been a problem on the Gulf Freeway for years. A newly-expanded stretch of freeway between the Sam Houston Tolloway (Beltway 8) and NASA-1 shows the fruits of the hard labor so far. Now, the construction extends to the stretch of road running through Galveston county.
Houston’s biggest road projects: The SH 288 expansion
Read full article: Houston’s biggest road projects: The SH 288 expansionHoustonians have been patiently maneuvering through the twists, turns and overall tumult of the State Highway 288 expansion project since October, 2016, when the project began.
Truck plows into apartment building near Beltway 8 in southwest Houston
Read full article: Truck plows into apartment building near Beltway 8 in southwest HoustonHOUSTON – Houston police responded to a southwest Houston apartment complex near Beltway 8, where a pickup truck slammed into an apartment building Monday evening. The wreck was first reported at about 5:05 p.m. at the Reserve at Westwood apartment complex located at the 9800 block of West Sam Houston Parkway, according to the Houston Police Department. Authorities said the driver of the truck was on the Beltway and involved in a crash, causing him to lose control, come off the freeway, cross the feeder and crash into the apartment complex. Harris County Precinct 5 Constables said luckily no one was home at the time of the crash. The driver of the pickup was taken to the hospital with minor injuries and is expected to be OK.
Police: Man walking on Houston freeway dies after officers try to detain him
Read full article: Police: Man walking on Houston freeway dies after officers try to detain himHOUSTON – A man who was walking on a Houston freeway died Tuesday after officers tried to detain him, police said. The incident was reported about 10:20 a.m. on the southbound exit ramp of the Interstate 45 Gulf Freeway near Beltway 8. Houston Police said they received multiple 9-1-1 calls about a man walking in and out of the busy freeway lanes. Two additional officers showed up, and HPD said it took all three to subdue the man and get him in handcuffs. Cell phone video appears to show two officers on top of the man at one point.
Harris County to halt Ship Channel Bridge construction to fix design flaw
Read full article: Harris County to halt Ship Channel Bridge construction to fix design flawHOUSTON – Following 20 months of construction of the new Ship Channel Bridge along the Beltway 8, the county has issued a pause. Harris County Commissioner Adrian Garcia said the decision was made following the discovery of a design flaw with part of the bridge. The discovery of the flaw was made by COWI, an independent consulting firm hired by the county in 2019, to oversee the construction project following the deadly collapse of a pedestrian bridge in 2018. Figg bridge engineers who designed the bridge in Miami, are the same designers of the Ship Channel Bridge. The findings caused TxDot to suspend a bridge project designed by Figg.
Pump Patrol: Save 25 cents a gallon
Read full article: Pump Patrol: Save 25 cents a gallonHOUSTON – The average cost of a gallon of gas in Houston on Thursday was $3.54. But some stations around town sold regular gas for 25 cents less. The following three stations sold gas for less on Thursday, according to www.GasBuddy.com. Shell, Tomball Parkway near Beltway 8: $3.29James Food Mart, James Street near Kilgore Road in Baytown: $3.34Citgo, F.M. 2920 near Falvel Road in Spring: $3.38More Information: