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Monday, October 15, 2012  A western extension of the President George Bush Turnpike in North Texas has opened.

Friday, October 12, 2012  Thousands of new signs are going up to remind drivers in Texas of "Left Lane for Passing Only" laws on highways with 75 mph or higher speed limits.

Tuesday, May 22, 2012  Texas Department of Transportation officials met in Austin on Monday to make plans for the next few years.

Monday, October 24, 2011  We already said goodnight to nighttime speed limits. Now, we can finally say goodbye to those speed limit signs.

Wednesday, August 31, 2011  Drivers in the Lonestar State will soon start to notice some changes to speed limit signs during the next several months. That's because new laws regulating the speed limits will take effect Sept. 1.

Wednesday, June 22, 2011  If you drive with a lead foot...listen up!

Thursday, March 31, 2011  A state-sanctioned committee gave Texas a failing grade for its highway system, and warned congestion is only going to get worse.

Friday, December 31, 2010  More than 500 drivers were arrested for DWI's and over 12,000 speeding tickets were issued during the New Year's holiday last year.

Thursday, June 24, 2010  A study says smokers are messing with Texas more than most other people these days.