Fallen power lines in Southeast Austin led to road closures and power outages, with around 2,300 customers affected. Austin Energy restored power swiftly but road repairs continued.

Austin's Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem advocated in Washington D.C. for sustained federal funding for local transportation projects.

The Houston Traffic Safety Coalition is conducting "walking audits" to address traffic fatalities, with over 700 deaths in Houston last year and 4,200 in Texas. The coalition, including TxDOT, aims to improve road safety for all.

The City of Austin released a comprehensive guide for flying with dogs, emphasizing planning, airline policies, breed restrictions, costs, carrier choice, vet visits, and travel tips.

TxDOT advises travelers heading to the Cotton Bowl in Arlington to check road conditions amidst a winter storm. Roads are being pretreated, and AAA warns of extended following distances on icy roads.

Austin prepares for winter weather with training and equipment upgrades, while enhancing transit and pedestrian safety downtown. CapMetro launches new services and plans a fare system upgrade, considering equity for low-income populations.

The article details changes in passenger and cargo traffic at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, noting a decrease in passengers but an increase in some cargo categories in November 2024.

Starting May 7, 2025, a REAL ID will be required for U.S. air travel, now featuring a deadline extension to allow for better preparation and implementation.

TxDOT and local law enforcement are closely monitoring roads during holidays to prevent drunk driving, emphasizing the importance of sobriety for traffic safety.

Austin-Bergstrom International Airport plans to add nonstop flights to Jacksonville, Memphis, Milwaukee, and Reno by 2025 despite recent service cuts and a predicted slowdown in traffic.

TxDOT unveils a strategic plan to integrate AI for enhancing road safety and traffic management, focusing on areas such as infrastructure and data quality.

American Airlines resolved a vendor tech issue that caused nationwide flight disruptions and a brief FAA ground stop on Christmas Eve. Flights resumed with some delays, and most operations returned to normal.

TxDOT is remodeling Austin's Loop 360 by removing traffic signals and adding bridges and underpasses to ease congestion, with the Westlake Drive intersection completed and Courtyard Drive up next.