Southwest Airlines is shifting from an open seating policy to assigned and premium seating, incorporating customer preferences and modernizing the flying experience.

Houston commuters face road closures on I-69 and the I-610 West Loop, impacting weekend and long-term travel due to bridge and ramp construction projects.

The Atkins Creek bridge on FM-1097 partially collapsed due to heavy rains, causing traffic to be reduced to a single lane and delays near Montgomery, with impending weather threatening repair efforts.

A truck lost its cargo on I-10 in Houston, causing two large spools to block lanes and possibly involving the truck in a two-vehicle accident, with ongoing cleanup and traffic updates.

University of Houston students are protesting METRO's halted BRT project, designed to improve connectivity, which faces financial and operational challenges.

TxDOT plans to proceed with a meeting to discuss the I-45 project in Houston, despite community groups' request for postponement after Hurricane Beryl, discussing concerns about community disruption and environmental impacts.

The Hardy Toll Road in Houston will be closed in both directions this Friday for CenterPoint Energy's restoration work post-Hurricane Beryl, affecting nearby ramps and exits.

Hurricane Beryl caused widespread flooding and substantial road closures in Houston, requiring residents to avoid travel for safety and to aid recovery efforts.

Post-Hurricane Beryl, Houston airports are recovering from cancellations and debris, with limited flights resuming and passengers advised to check statuses.

Hurricane Beryl's landfall near Houston has resulted in extensive flight cancellations and delays, with over 650 flights canceled across two major airports. Airlines are offering waivers for affected passengers.

A satellite company, Value.Space, detected "significant deformation" in Lake Livingston Dam, although the TRA says there's no immediate threat despite ongoing repairs.

American Airlines intends to purchase 100 hydrogen-electric engines from ZeroAvia to lower flight emissions, aiming for a net-zero policy by 2050 despite commercialization challenges.

TxDOT plans a public meeting on July 18 to discuss the start of the $11 billion I-45 project in Houston, facing criticism from community groups over potential displacement and increased pollution.