The Texas Transportation Commission adopted "Connecting Texas 2050," a long-range plan focused on safety, preservation, and mobility to address the future demands of Texas’ growing population and technological advancements.

The TxDOT Innovation Invitational in San Antonio showcased emerging transportation technologies like autonomous vehicles and outlined plans for a new vertiport.

Wurzbach Road improvements set to begin on July 29, extending from I-10 to Fredericksburg Road, featuring wider sidewalks and better accessibility. The $2.35 million project is scheduled for completion by Winter 2025.

TxDOT is tearing up sidewalks at Broadway at Pearl to add a third vehicular lane, reversing earlier city efforts to make the area more pedestrian-friendly.

Construction on Wurzbach Road begins Monday to improve pedestrian infrastructure, with nighttime work to minimize traffic disruption, and completion expected by Winter 2025.

Southwest Airlines is set to introduce assigned seats and premium seating options, deviating from their open-seating policy after recognizing changing passenger preferences and aiming to improve financial stability.

TxDOT plans safety enhancements on Bandera Road, including a raised median and crosswalks, addressing pedestrian accidents and vehicular collisions. Public feedback is being considered before project commencement.

Delta Air Lines faces continued disruptions with hundreds of flights canceled for a third day due to a software outage, while most other U.S. airlines have resumed normal operations.

Texas officials are considering expanding passenger rail systems to address population growth and highway congestion, with federal grants aiding studies for potential routes.

The Texas Panhandle's largest wildfire prompted TxDOT Amarillo District to engage in a sweeping emergency response, including evacuations, resource supply, and post-fire cleanup.

The Texas Department of Transportation has made swift recovery efforts following Hurricane Beryl, repairing most damaged signs and signals within two weeks.

San Antonio's I-10 at Loop 1604 will be closed for the weekend due to bridge construction. Detours are provided, and closures are part of a $1.4 billion project to reduce traffic congestion.

TxDOT is installing bat boxes on Texas bridges to provide roosting habitats for displaced bats due to bridge construction, as part of wider road improvement and conservation efforts.