Trucking industry needs thousands of drivers but economics can be challenging
The holiday shopping-season means more products and packages are being hauled across the country by truck, but some voices in the industry say there's a shortage of drivers to do the work.
Lyft launches new features to ease holiday travel stress, 'extra comfort' mode
Lyft introduces new features for holiday travel, including guaranteed on-time rides to airports and "Extra Comfort" mode for roomier cars and top drivers, with a promise of up to $100 in Lyft credits if your ride is over ten minutes late.
4 large pickup trucks flub latest crash test, raising safety concerns, study shows
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) has identified four large pickup trucks that failed in their latest crash test.
METRO providing free round-trip service to the polls on Election Day
Looking to get to the polls but don't have a ride? Houston METRO has you covered on Election Day.
Houston ISD mother questions district after son found on Metro bus, mile away from school
A Houston ISD student's mother wants answers after her son went missing from school after being put on a METRO bus.
32 dead, more than 60 injured in horror vehicle pile-up in Egypt
At least 32 people are dead and more than 60 are injured after a fiery multiple-vehicle crash in Northern Egypt involving a passenger bus, according to authorities.
Driverless taxi service Cruise put on pause
Cruise, the self-driving robo taxi service has been put on pause. The company says they are not accepting passengers temporarily just two weeks after launching in Houston. FOX 26's Matthew Seedorff has been following the issue closely as Cruise looks to someday resume rides in Houston.
Cruise suspends self-driving robo-taxi service in Houston, nationwide
"Cruise" suspended it's self-driving car operations nationwide just two weeks after launching in Houston.
FAA investigates after Alaska Airlines flight steers into SkyWest plane's path
An investigation is underway after an incoming Alaska Airlines flight steered into the path of a SkyWest passenger jet that was taking off from Portland International Airport last week, federal officials said.
Self-driving cars available in Houston
People in Houston can now use self-driving cars to get rides across the city. The autonomous service recently got started but not without some controversy. FOX 26's Matthew Seedorff has more on the new rideshare service.
Cruise self-driving 'robo-taxis' begin driving passengers across downtown Houston
Certain areas of Houston can now get around in self-driving taxi's thanks to the company Cruise!
Houston METRO Light Rail: Deadly pedestrian crash affecting purple line service
Authorities are investigating following a pedestrian crash involving the METRO light rail in downtown Houston.
Houston traffic: Closed lanes on I-69 in this weekend
Check your route before you hop on the road this weekend because one Houston roadway will be under construction.
Houston METRO plans to construct solar-powered bus stops with fans and lights
The Houston METRO is testing a new prototype for bus shelters that will provide lights and solar-powered fans.
TSA expands PreCheck Program with four new airlines, offering fast and efficient screening
Transportation Security Administration (TSA) PreCheck program added four additional new airlines to help passengers enjoy a smart and efficient screening experience.
Morocco bus crash leaves at least 24 dead
At least 24 people died in a bus crash Sunday in the province of Azilal in central Morocco, marking one of the deadliest such accidents in recent years in the country.
Pakistan train derailment: Dozens killed, more than 90 hurt
A train derailed in southern Pakistan on Sunday, killing 30 people and injuring more than 90 others as rescue operations completed by early evening, officials said.
Idaho YMCA summer camp school bus rollover injures several children
Multiple people were critically injured in a school bus rollover crash from a YMCA summer camp program, Idaho State Police confirmed.
I-610 West Loop ramp now open
Great news for Houston drivers! The I-610 West Loop entrance ramp from Westheimer is now open. The section of the roadway has been closed for months. FOX 26's Sherman Desselle talks more about how it will improve traffic.
Houston road closures: Beltway 8 southbound to I-45 will be closed for two weekends
Houstonians, if you're planning on using Beltway 8 this weekend or next, you may want to find an alternate route as there will be road closures.