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Wed Mar 30 13:19:48 PDT 2011 by Katherine Whaley / KHOU 11 News
Beat the Final Four traffic with the KHOU 11 News mobile app
KHOU 11 Beat the Traffic reporter Katherine Whaley shows you how to download and find the latest NCAA traffic and parking information using the KHOU 11 mobile app.
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Thu Apr 07 13:18:23 PDT 2011 by Katherine Whaley / KHOU 11 News
Beat the Traffic: Ninfa's offers free shuttle to Astros fans
KHOU 11 Beat the Traffic reporter Katherine Whaley shows you how to download and find the latest NCAA traffic and parking information using the KHOU 11 mobile app.
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Tue Apr 12 12:40:25 PDT 2011 by Katherine Whaley / KHOU 11 News
Beat the Traffic: Wakeforest Drive helps ease Kirby congestion
KHOU 11 Beat the Traffic reporter Katherine Whaley shows you how to download and find the latest NCAA traffic and parking information using the KHOU 11 mobile app.
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Thu Apr 14 15:21:47 PDT 2011 by Katherine Whaley / KHOU 11 News
Beat the Traffic: Flashing yellow arrows added to Sugar Land intersections
Flashing yellow lights are a new addition to stoplights in Sugar Land.
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Tue Apr 19 09:01:24 PDT 2011 by Katherine Whaley / KHOU 11 News
Beat the Traffic: TxDOT building ramp to connect Highway 290 with I-10
Plans are underway for a major freeway improvement that could save area drivers time during their commute.
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Thu Apr 21 16:07:34 PDT 2011 by Katherine Whaley / KHOU 11 News
Beat the Traffic: New interchange at 225 and 610
TxDOT is starting over at 225 and 610 with a whole new interchange -- and hopefully, a much smoother ride.
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Tue Apr 26 09:43:43 PDT 2011 by Katherine Whaley / KHOU 11 News
Metro launches new online tool to help save money on gas
Are you tired of watching those gas prices tick up? Metro wants to help you to save money by hopping on the bus. The agency has launched a new online tool to help you figure out just how much money you could save by using public transportation.
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Thu Apr 28 06:09:50 PDT 2011 by Katherine Whaley / KHOU 11 News
Beat the Traffic: TxDOT signs warn drivers about dangers of texting
If you drive on Houston's freeways, you've probably noticed the electronic billboards that warn you about accidents.
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Tue May 03 05:48:03 PDT 2011 by Katherine Whaley / KHOU 11 News
Beat the Traffic: Some Metro Q Cards to expire May 31
If you drive on Houston's freeways, you've probably noticed the electronic billboards that warn you about accidents.
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Tue May 03 05:50:03 PDT 2011 by Katherine Whaley / KHOU 11 News
Beat the Traffic: Misleading sign removed from West Harris County intersection
We rely on streets signs to tell us where to go, but what if one of those signs was wrong? One driver told us about a misleading sign in West Harris County.
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Wed May 18 12:29:38 PDT 2011 by Katherine Whaley / KHOU 11 News
Beat the Traffic: New surveillance stop lights for Pearland’s FM-518
The City of Pearland has a a new solution to help keep traffic moving along one of its busiest streets. It’s using a new kind of technology to help synchronize stop lights along FM-518.
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Thu May 19 13:21:41 PDT 2011 by Katherine Whaley / KHOU 11 News
Beat the Traffic: A behind-the-scenes look at TxDOT's forensics lab
The City of Pearland has a a new solution to help keep traffic moving along one of its busiest streets. It’s using a new kind of technology to help synchronize stop lights along FM-518.
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Thu May 26 06:04:22 PDT 2011 by Katherine Whaley / KHOU 11 News
Beat the Traffic: New park and ride for Missouri City
Thousands of folks in Missouri City drive to the medical center every day, but now, Metro is getting ready to make that commute a little easier, with a new park and ride from the south side of the city.
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Tue May 31 05:48:43 PDT 2011 by Katherine Whaley / KHOU 11 News
Beat the Traffic: A new record for METRO bike boardings
METRO is encouraging bikers to use the bus system to make it easier for them to commute long distances to work.
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Thu Jun 02 06:20:08 PDT 2011 by Katherine Whaley / KHOU 11 News
Beat the Traffic: Suggest new METRO routes with interactive map
METRO is encouraging bikers to use the bus system to make it easier for them to commute long distances to work.
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Mon Jun 06 05:34:11 PDT 2011 by Katherine Whaley / KHOU 11 News
Beat the Traffic: New Metro routes and schedules now in effect
METRO is encouraging bikers to use the bus system to make it easier for them to commute long distances to work.
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Tue Jun 14 07:44:07 PDT 2011 by Katherine Whaley / KHOU 11 News
Beat the Traffic: Pitch your traffic ideas to METRO at workshop
METRO is encouraging bikers to use the bus system to make it easier for them to commute long distances to work.
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Tue Jun 14 13:05:58 PDT 2011 by Katherine Whaley / KHOU 11 News
Beat the Traffic: Business owners hope new Spring Cypress will mean less traffic
It’s a booming part of the greater Houston area, and now, one major road there is getting a makeover. Spring Cypress is being added to the list of streets scheduled for construction.
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Tue Jun 21 05:41:24 PDT 2011 by Katherine Whaley / KHOU 11 News
Beat the Traffic: Transtar updates technology for 2011 hurricane season
It’s a booming part of the greater Houston area, and now, one major road there is getting a makeover. Spring Cypress is being added to the list of streets scheduled for construction.
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Wed Jun 22 06:41:52 PDT 2011 by Katherine Whaley / KHOU 11 News
Beat the Traffic: Plan your route around Reliant Stadium during Gold Cup Semifinals
It’s a booming part of the greater Houston area, and now, one major road there is getting a makeover. Spring Cypress is being added to the list of streets scheduled for construction.
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Wed Jun 22 08:01:38 PDT 2011 by Katherine Whaley / KHOU 11 News
Beat the Traffic: Parking options for Gold Cup Semifinals
It’s a booming part of the greater Houston area, and now, one major road there is getting a makeover. Spring Cypress is being added to the list of streets scheduled for construction.
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Thu Jun 23 08:49:00 PDT 2011 by Katherine Whaley / KHOU 11 News
Beat the Traffic: Maintain your car, save money in hot weather
When the temperature soars, so can repair costs for your car. Mechanic Ken Sanders of CAP Automotive in Pasadena said that you can save a lot of money by giving your car a "check up" prior to that intense summer driving.
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Wed Jun 29 06:38:46 PDT 2011 by Katherine Whaley / KHOU 11 News
Beat the Traffic: Freedom Over Texas downtown road closures
When the temperature soars, so can repair costs for your car. Mechanic Ken Sanders of CAP Automotive in Pasadena said that you can save a lot of money by giving your car a "check up" prior to that intense summer driving.
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Thu Jul 07 07:05:51 PDT 2011 by Katherine Whaley / KHOU 11 News
Beat the Traffic: TxDOT launches project to relieve I-45 bottleneck
Traffic is about to get worse before it gets better on one Houston highway. A widening project along the I-45 The Gulf Freeway will eventually help a notorious bottleneck there.
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Thu Jul 14 07:32:28 PDT 2011 by Katherine Whaley / KHOU 11 News
Beat the Traffic: HCTRA's Roadside Assistance workers see more flats in summer heat
The Patron Emergency Assistance Team provides roadside service for drivers on Harris County Toll Roads, and they say they have seen a sharp increase in the number of drivers needing car assistance in the extreme temperatures.
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Fri Jul 15 08:38:18 PDT 2011 by Katherine Whaley / KHOU 11 News
Beat the Traffic: I-10 closure in Katy this weekend
If you plan on driving west down I-10 to Katy, give yourself extra time this weekend. The I-10 Katy Freeway westbound lanes will be closed between Mason Road and Katy Fort Bend Road.
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Thu Jul 28 06:06:54 PDT 2011 by Katherine Whaley / KHOU 11 News
Beat the Traffic: Hurricane season resources
Now is a good time to review your family's evacuation plan. Here are a few links for you and your family and friends.
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Thu Aug 04 07:09:26 PDT 2011 by Katherine Whaley / KHOU 11 News
Beat the Traffic: Metro closes N. Main bridge on Monday
Now is a good time to review your family's evacuation plan. Here are a few links for you and your family and friends.
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Mon Sep 05 09:35:46 PDT 2011 by Katherine Whaley / KHOU 11 News
Beat the Traffic: Avoid congestion near Hermann Park on Labor Day
If you are planning to enjoy the Houston Zoo or Hermann Park this Labor Day holiday, you will want to avoid traffic and congestion.
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Tue Sep 06 06:46:09 PDT 2011 by Katherine Whaley / KHOU 11 News
Beat the Traffic: Fires force road closures in Montgomery and Waller counties
If you are planning to enjoy the Houston Zoo or Hermann Park this Labor Day holiday, you will want to avoid traffic and congestion.
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Thu Sep 15 12:01:18 PDT 2011 by Katherine Whaley / KHOU 11 News
Electric cars hit Houston’s roads as more charging stations become available
If you are planning to enjoy the Houston Zoo or Hermann Park this Labor Day holiday, you will want to avoid traffic and congestion.
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Mon Sep 26 06:27:02 PDT 2011 by Katherine Whaley / KHOU 11 News
Beat the Traffic: Construction continues on Kirby Drive
Get ready for a traffic switch and continued construction on Kirby, between US-59 and Richmond.
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Tue Nov 01 06:47:55 PDT 2011 by Katherine Whaley / KHOU 11 News
Beat the Traffic: TxDOT says funds granted to US 290 corridor improvements
The Texas Department of Transportation’s (TxDOT) Houston District has announced that the Houston-Galveston Area Council’s Transportation Policy Council approved several improvement projects.
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Fri Nov 04 05:48:59 PDT 2011 by Katherine Whaley / KHOU 11 News
Traffic Alert: Seawall lane closures begin on Monday for construction
Starting Monday, November 7, the Texas Department of Transportation will begin repaving Seawall Boulevard, 61st Street west to FM 3005.
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Fri Nov 11 12:21:51 PST 2011 by Katherine Whaley / KHOU 11 News
Beat the Traffic: I-10 total closures this weekend in the Katy area
The Texas Department ofTransportation is closing both directions of I-10 for construction of direct connector ramps between the two roadways.
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Wed Nov 23 09:17:35 PST 2011 by Katherine Whaley / KHOU 11 News
Beat the Traffic: In-town Thanksgiving travel tips
If you rely on Metro to get around town, there are few schedule changes to keep in mind. On Thanksgiving Thursday, METRORail and buses will operate a Sunday schedule, and no Park & Ride service will be offered.
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Tue Nov 29 08:46:27 PST 2011 by Katherine Whaley / KHOU 11 News
Smartphone apps help you save time, money at the airport
Before you pack your bags and head out for the airport, you’ll want to make sure you’ve loaded your smartphone with all the right air-travel apps.
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Fri Dec 02 13:41:06 PST 2011 by Katherine Whaley / KHOU 11 News
Beat the Traffic: Ride "The Green Wave" in Sugar Land to beat the holiday shopping traffic
The City of Sugar Land is operating a weekend shuttle through the City’s major retail district, every weekend from Nov. 25 through Jan. 1.
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Mon Feb 06 08:51:16 PST 2012 by Katherine Whaley / KHOU 11 News
Beat the Traffic: Construction Begins on Holiday Drive in Galveston
The City of Sugar Land is operating a weekend shuttle through the City’s major retail district, every weekend from Nov. 25 through Jan. 1.
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Mon Feb 13 12:37:26 PST 2012 by Katherine Whaley / KHOU 11 News
Beat the Traffic: HOT lanes promise faster commute for Gulf Freeway Drivers
If your daily drive takes you along the Gulf Freeway, you now have a new commuting option, that could get you to and from town a little faster -- for a price. The I-45 HOT lanes are now open to drivers, between Dixie Farm Road and Dowling.
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Tue Feb 28 12:46:23 PST 2012 by Katherine Whaley / KHOU 11 News
Beat the Traffic: HOT lanes help ease commuting congestion-- for a fee
If your daily drive takes you along the Gulf Freeway, you now have a new commuting option, that could get you to and from town a little faster -- for a price. The I-45 HOT lanes are now open to drivers, between Dixie Farm Road and Dowling.
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Wed Apr 04 08:24:10 PDT 2012 by Katherine Whaley / KHOU 11 News
Beat the Traffic: Relief coming near Beltway-8 East and US-59
I received this question from a viewer about a big backup near Bush IAH, and some improvements are coming! After inquiring with the Texas Department of Transportation, I found out that some changes are on the way!
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Fri Apr 13 06:11:20 PDT 2012 by Katherine Whaley / KHOU 11 News
Beat the Traffic: Total closure of US-59 this weekend
If you plan on travelling near downtown this weekend, watch out for a major closure on US-59! Southbound lanes of US-59 from the I-10 interchange to the I-45 interchange will be closed from Friday at 9PM until Monday at 5 A.M.
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Fri Jun 01 12:00:33 PDT 2012 by Katherine Whaley / KHOU 11 News
Headed to Free Press Summer Fest? Here's where to park, and where not to drive
This popular downtown music festival will take place Saturday and Sunday, rain or shine, from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. at Eleanor Tinsley Park. Here are some tips to help you beat the traffic!
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Fri Jul 13 07:10:13 PDT 2012 by Katherine Whaley / KHOU 11 News
Beat the Traffic: Drivers will pay more on county toll roads
Harris County Toll Road Authority is set to increase rates, starting in September.
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Wed Sep 05 07:29:55 PDT 2012 by Katherine Whaley / KHOU 11 News
Houston's toll rates to increase on Saturday, says HCTRA
On Saturday, Sept. 8, get ready to pay more when you pass through the toll booth! Harris County Toll Road Authority is raising the rates on the Sam Houston Tollway, the Westpark Tollway, the Hardy Toll Road, and one plaza on the Fort Bend Pkwy Exten
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Fri Oct 19 03:50:42 PDT 2012 by Katherine Whaley / KHOU 11 News
Traffic Alert: Katy Freeway closed this weekend
Driving on I-10 this weekend? Going to San Antonio or Austin? Watch out for a total closure of the freeway in the Katy Area.
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Wed Nov 21 07:48:14 PST 2012 by Katherine Whaley / KHOU 11 News
Beat the Traffic: Uptown Houston Holiday Lighting parking and detours
The 27th Annual Uptown Houston Holiday Lighting celebration is this Thursday night! Festivities begin at 4 p.m., but street closures go into effect earlier.
