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From toy trucks to the real thing, kids in San Antonio recently got to see their imaginations come to life at TxDOT’s ‘Touch A Truck’ community event.

Student poses with work zone safety art
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Abilene students paint clear picture for work zone awareness

To help remind drivers—both current and future—of the importance of staying focused while in a work zone, TxDOT recently called on the creativity of young Texans.

TxDOT employee checks a child's bicycle helmet
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Community collaborates for child cyclist safety

Learning to ride a bike can be scary enough for a child, but factor in learning the rules of the road and that fear can be multiplied.

Alligator in storm drain
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See you later, alligator

Working near the side of the road can be unsettling but throw in a few dozen razor sharp teeth and a bite force of more than 300 pounds per square inch, and it can be downright nerve racking.

Commission meeting
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Inside Scoop: Texas Transportation Commission March 2025

Here’s what the Texas Transportation Commission discussed and approved at its March 2025 meeting.

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Stay Alert When You See This Shirt. Be Safe, Drive Smart.
Work Zone Safety
Caution ahead: TxDOT calls for safe driving in work zones

When working on the side of the road you have to be aware of your surroundings at all times, and driving through work zones requires the same amount of caution.

Talk Text Crash
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A mother’s plea: Put down the phone, save a life

Maria Espinoza never imagined a routine walk to school with her 6-year-old son would turn into a life-altering tragedy.

A DWI can ruin your chances.
Drive Sober. No Regrets.
Drinking and driving over spring break could land you in the “DWI Not So Fun House” or worse

What begins as a fun time with friends over spring break can turn tragic in an instant, and the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is reminding everyone to always get a sober ride.

News release
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TxDOT warning drivers of spike in texting scams targeting TxTag customers

TxDOT is aware of continued scams targeting TxTag customers regarding outstanding toll charges. TxTag does not send emails or text messages to customers regarding balances due.

TxDOT editorial

Round and round we go

Welcome to National Roundabouts Week, a week-long celebration of the much safer variety of intersection.

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Meeting the moment with a historic transportation investment

While growth poses challenges, TxDOT is meeting the moment with a record investment in our transportation system to ensure Texas remains the preferred destination for families and businesses.

Read more about Texas' transportation investment

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#EndTheStreakTX

A "Team Effort" to share the importance of save driving habits. 

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Local news

Bringing imagination to life for I-35 construction

From toy trucks to the real thing, kids in San Antonio recently got to see their imaginations come to life at TxDOT’s ‘Touch A Truck’ community event.

TxDOT breaks ground on transformational I-35 Capital Express Central project

Safety and mobility improvements include two non-tolled high-occupancy-vehicle lanes in each direction, widened bridges and enhanced bike and ped paths.

I-45 construction begins in Houston

TxDOT leadership kicked off the I-45 North Houston Highway Improvement Project construction with a big celebration touting the $13 billion effort as a gamechanger for the Houston area.

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