Hoodline By Lucas Warren December 13, 2025 Motorists traversing the intersection of NW Expressway and Hefner Road can expect smoother drives and likely fewer bottlenecks now that the City of Oklahoma City has announced the completion of extensive road work in the area. This upgrade, made possible through Streets Development Impact Fees, promises to not only improve the flow of traffic but also enhance the general safety for drivers and pedestrians alike. View the full articl

KFOR By: Spencer Humphrey Dec 10, 2025 OKLAHOMA CITY ( KFOR ) — Dirt could begin moving as soon as next month on the first phase of a controversial planned turnpike in the Norman area, after the Oklahoma Turnpike Authority voted to condemn one of the final pieces of property it needs to build the new route between Newcastle and Norman. The Turnpike Authority voted Tuesday to condemn and seize a parcel of land along Indian Hills Road near Pennsylvania Ave., where the agency pl

KFOR By: Katelyn Ogle Dec 10, 2025 OKLAHOMA CITY ( KFOR ) — The Oklahoma Turnpike Authority said construction on the state’s longest bridge will begin early next year. This is part of the controversial “Access Oklahoma Plan” that will eventually connect I-44 and I-35. The state’s longest bridge will span 1.25 miles, going over the Canadian River. “At least for a little while, this will be the longest bridge in the state,” said Joe Echelle, Exec. Dir. of OTA. The project is pi

Crews to cut ditches and build up road base to improve drainage KSWO By Cole Brumbelow Dec 10, 2025 COMANCHE COUNTY, Okla. (KSWO) - Comanche County District 3 Commissioner’s Office announced Wednesday that crews will work on Bishop Road throughout the week. According to the office, crews are working to cut ditches and build up the road base to improve drainage and roadway stability. View the full article: KSWO.com

OK Energy Today December 9, 2025 The Oklahoma Department of Transportation has announced Kendal Theisen as the agency’s new State Traffic Engineer , a leadership role responsible for shaping the future of traffic engineering, enforcement, education, safety, and operations programs statewide. In her new position, Theisen will develop and implement traffic-related engineering programs designed to improve safety and mobility across Oklahoma’s transportation system. The role

Oklahoma Department of Transportation Press Release December 09, 2025 The Oklahoma Department of Transportation celebrated the opening of its new Overbrook Maintenance Yard in District 7 Friday morning, marking a major milestone in the agency’s long-term initiative to streamline operations and improve statewide service delivery. The ribbon-cutting ceremony, held at the new site on US-77, featured remarks from ODOT Executive Director Tim Gatz highlighting the facility’s strate

Following the tragic death of a 6-year-old boy hit by a school bus, Oklahoma City plans to install sidewalks in the area to enhance safety for children. KOCO By Alyse Jones Dec 5, 2025 OKLAHOMA CITY — In response to the tragic death of 6-year-old Adrian Salgado, who was hit and killed by a school bus while walking home from Fillmore Elementary on Wednesday, Oklahoma City officials have announced plans to install sidewalks in the area to improve safety. There are some sidewalk

Oklahoma City's Department of Public Works prepared roads with salt and brine ahead of a brief snowfall to ensure safe travel for commuters. KOCO By Olivia Hickey Dec 4, 2025 OKLAHOMA CITY — Oklahoma City's Department of Public Works prepared the roads with salt and brine in advance of a brief snowfall on Thursday morning to ensure safe travel for metro drivers. Public works trucks were active on the city's streets, focusing on snow routes, bridges and overpasses. "We've been

TRUST Transportation Revenues Used Strictly for Transportation Press Release December 4, 2025 Oklahoma City, OK, December 4, 2025 - Transportation Revenues Used Strictly For Transportation (TRUST), an advocacy group dedicated to funding and restoring Oklahoma’s surface transportation infrastructure, has named five longtime Oklahoma transportation and business professionals to its Board of Directors. The new members are: Lisa Johnson-Billy – Member, Chickasaw Nation Tribal Leg

A new ordinance aims to enhance safety in school and construction zones by cracking down on cell phone use while driving. News on 6 By Emory Bryan December 3, 2025 TULSA, Okla. - The City of Tulsa is updating local ordinances to mirror a new state law that prohibits drivers from using cell phones in construction and school zones. The update will allow Tulsa Police to write tickets for the violation that carries a maximum $100 fine. Councilor Lori-Decter Wright said the Tuls

Hoodline By Amelia Claire Grant December 03, 2025 Oklahoma City residents may have heard the rumbles this week, as the City Utilities Department began the teardown of a hulking water storage tank. As part of a larger infrastructure upgrade, the department has targeted the south water tank at NW 52nd Street and Colfax Place for demolition—a structure that, having outlived its utility, now steps aside for the new. The details of this city-led venture were shared in a recent soc

City leaders say the plan would fund transportation, public safety and quality of life upgrades across the next decade. News on 6 By Eden Jones December 3, 2025 BROKEN ARROW, Okla. - Broken Arrow is moving closer to finalizing a 2026 bond package that could direct hundreds of millions of dollars into major city improvements. The city manager has now released his official recommendations, giving residents a clearer look at what could appear on the April 2026 ballot. The propo

Oklahoma Department of Transportation Press Release Tuesday, December 02, 2025 The Oklahoma Department of Transportation requests public input as it launches an update to its State Rail Plan which addresses existing and future passenger and freight rail services in Oklahoma. The plan reflects the latest rail project priorities and helps position Oklahoma stakeholders for federal funding. Last updated in 2021, the State Rail Plan enables ODOT to: Take inventory and review usag

Hoodline By Eric Donovan December 02, 2025 Oklahoma City drivers, brace yourselves for ongoing and upcoming traffic disturbances as a slew of construction projects continue to reshape the roadways. According to the latest advisory from the Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT), multiple closures and narrowings are in effect across the city. Notably, I-35's northbound off-ramp to SH-9W will be closed, and lanes will narrow to a single lane between SH-9W and SH-9E in th

Oklahoma highways experienced significant disruptions Monday morning due to a wintry mix, with ODOT acknowledging it did not pre-treat roads before the weather hit. KOCO By Alyse Jones Dec 1, 2025 Oklahoma highways were thrown into chaos Monday morning as a wintry mix led to flipped cars, pileups and traffic backed up for miles, with the Oklahoma Department of Transportation admitting it they did not pre-treat the roads before the weather hit. The scene was marked by crashes

HOODLINE By Eric Donovan November 27, 2025 The sidewalks of Yukon Parkway are set for a facelift as construction crews prepare to revitalize pedestrian paths. According to a social media post from The City of Yukon Oklahoma - Government , the Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT) will commence work on a new sidewalk project along Yukon Parkway starting December 1. This initiative promises increased accessibility and safety for local pedestrians. View the full article:

HOODLINE By Tara Aguilar November 26, 2025 On the quick approach of December, the Oklahoma Transportation Commission gears up to meet on Monday, Dec. 1, at the R.A. Ward Transportation Building in Oklahoma City - doors open to the public and press at 11 a.m., with the option for all to tune into the livestream. On the slate for discussion is a recognition for quality bridge work in Weatherford, updates on agency efficacy and the current status of ongoing resolutions, in addit

The Oklahoman By Andy Dossett, Jessie Christopher Smith November 26, 2025 Highway frustration already runs high during the Thanksgiving season, and with a record-breaking number of drivers on the road, slowpokes in the passing lane can spark everything from honked horns to full-on road rage. But is it actually illegal to drive slowly in the left lane in Oklahoma? And could your leisurely cruise earn you a ticket? We dug into the law, the loopholes and what to expect if you're

ODOT selects 3 design-build teams for U.S. 70 Roosevelt Memorial Bridge replacement project, first time using Modified Progressive Design Build. Construction to start in 2026 with $124 million grant for more resilient, modern bridge over Lake Texoma. Construction Equipment Guide Oklahoma Department of Transportation November 25, 2025 - West Edition #24 The Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT) announced on Nov. 5, 2025, the selection of three design-build teams to purs

Kay News Cow November 24, 2025 Work on the Hubbard Road Bridge over the Chikaskia River near Blackwell continues. The bridge was irreparably damaged by flooding in 2019. (see story) In 2024, the Oklahoma Department of Transportation approved the County Improvements for Roads and Bridges Plan for the fiscal years 2025 through 2029. (see story) The $11 million project to replace the bridge was one of seven bridge projects in northern Oklahoma and the project is a partnership be