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State DOTs Take On Big Challenges From A $2.3B Bridge To Wrong-Way Alerts
State transportation agencies are taking on a mix of big construction projects and day-to-day safety challenges. From a major bridge replacement in Louisiana to new technology in Pennsylvania and ongoing work zone concerns in Missouri, here’s a look at what’s happening. Lake Charles, Louisiana: Major I-10 Bridge Project...
NOLA.com
New $2.3B I-10 Calcasieu River Bridge project officially begins. See the timeline.
With several studies and years of talking about replacing the 75-year-old Interstate 10 Calcasieu River Bridge, there will soon be a new bridge to cross as a new structure is set to open in four years. On Wednesday, Gov. Jeff Landry, federal government representatives and local officials in the Calcasieu...
KLFY.com
Overturned tractor-trailer disrupts I-10 traffic
ACADIA PARISH, La. (KLFY) — A crash involving an overturned tractor-trailer is delaying traffic on I-10 east, police said. Authorities say the crash happened in the eastbound lanes near mile marker 73, just past the Egan exit. The incident involves a commercial motor vehicle and is expected to significantly impact traffic in the area.
Trains.com
UP train derails near Beaumont, Texas
BEAUMONT, Texas — Approximately 20 cars of a Union Pacific train derailed on Monday (April 20), the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office reports. No injuries were reported and no hazardous materials were involved, the Sheriff’s Office said in a Facebook post. One car carrying beef tallow was reported to have been breached and was leaking. The [...] Read More...
KPLC TV
Ride Safe SWLA: New Calcasieu Parish program aims to ensure parents have proper car seats
LAKE CHARLES, La. (KPLC) - For many parents, buckling in a child is second nature. But what happens when a family doesn’t have the proper car seat? A new program in Calcasieu Parish is working to make sure every child is protected. Calcasieu Parish Sheriff Stitch Guillory says this...
KPLC TV
Prien Lake Road renovation project approved by Lake Charles City Council
LAKE CHARLES, La. (KPLC) - Lake Charles City Council approved a renovation project for Prien Lake Road that will add a 10-foot-wide shared-use path. The path will stretch from Lake Street, over the Bayou Bridge and to the roundabout on Holly Hill Road. City officials said the project is focused...
KPLC TV
DOTD announces new Cameron Ferry operating schedule
LAKE CHARLES, La. (KPLC) - The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development announced a new operating schedule for the Cameron Ferry beginning Friday, April 17. DOTD said the updated hours are meant to improve operational efficiency and long-term sustainability while continuing to provide reliable service for travelers. New Cameron Ferry...
12NewsNow
Rainbow Bridge set to reopen Saturday after year-long maintenance project
PORT ARTHUR, Texas — The Rainbow Bridge is scheduled to reopen to traffic Saturday afternoon, April 11, marking the end of a maintenance project that began in March 2025, according to an April 8 news release. Motorists should expect alternating lane closures on Texas Highway 87/Texas Highway 73 in...
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Sabine Pass residents voice fears over Highway 87 safety in closed-door meeting
SABINE, Texas — About 100 residents, city leaders, law enforcement officials and industry representatives gathered Wednesday night at the Sabine Pass Community Center to discuss long-standing safety concerns surrounding Highway 87 — the community’s only road in and out. The meeting, which was closed to media, focused...
news4sanantonio.com
Historic Rainbow Bridge to reopen Saturday afternoon as maintenance wraps early
Drivers in Southeast Texas are expected to get a break in traffic as the historic Rainbow Bridge is set to reopen Saturday afternoon, wrapping up a maintenance project months ahead of schedule. The Texas Department of Transportation said the bridge is now expected to reopen tomorrow afternoon, barring bad weather....
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Overturned 18-wheeler blocks lane on I-10 West between Rayne & Crowley for hours
Some people had a difficult time getting around for their morning commute because of an overturned 18-wheeler. One lane was blocked on I-10 West between Rayne and Crowley because of the flipped big rig, according to the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development. DOTD officials reported the left lane was closed before LA 1111 (Tower Road). They added all lanes were reopened around 11:15 a.m.