Capital Metro initiated its own police department, with Chief Eric Robins and others sworn in, to improve safety on Austin’s public transit, despite concerns about increased law enforcement.

Groundbreaking begins on the Ronald Reagan Blvd Widening Project in Williamson County to ease congestion and enhance safety, with completion expected by 2027.

Delta Air Lines increases nonstop flights from Austin to New Orleans, timed for Mardi Gras 2025, operated by SkyWest Airlines using Embraer 175 aircraft.

The Austin-Manor trail has opened, connecting the city with its suburb, as officials commemorate the completion of the 5.5-mile path aimed at enhancing community links.

Austin's Vision Zero program has led to a 47-72% decrease in left-turn-related traffic injuries and fatalities due to signal timing improvements and signage.

Southwest announces new and returning nonstop flights from Austin, including destinations like Reno-Tahoe and Milwaukee, growing their service expansion in Spring 2025.

Ford and TXU Energy partner to offer free off-peak EV charging for Ford EV owners in Texas, with bill credits and sign-up bonuses, aiming to reduce charging costs and improve grid resilience.

Hays CISD has initiated a "seatbelt is our buddy" campaign following a fatal bus accident, requiring seat belts on buses and planning further safety measures with the help of bond funds.

CapMetro plans to launch two new rapid bus lines in Austin by spring 2025, as part of Project Connect. The lines aim to improve transit connectivity and are funded partly by a $65 million federal grant.

The US 290 intersection at Trautwein Road reopens after upgrades to improve safety and traffic flow, including a new right turn lane and enhanced signals.

Round Rock, Texas has initiated a road condition data collection project using high-tech vans from Roadway Asset Services to enhance their transport infrastructure.

Parmer Lane, a key route in Texas facing traffic issues, may see improvements with TxDOT and CAMPO studying the corridor, considering changes like lane additions and bike lane expansions.

TxDOT is allocating $156 million for public transit upgrades, with new facilities, over 150 buses, and expanded routes across Texas, enhancing connectivity and mobility for residents.