Major construction work will begin along the I-15 corridor on Monday, July 14th and last through the summer of 2009. Inside, find closures and alternative routes.
Ace Downtown Connector Project will affect trafficThe next phase of the ACE rapid transit system project will affect traffic downtown. Work will begin at Ogden Avenue proceeding south along Casino Center Boulevard to Charleston Boulevard. Read on for more information.
RTC Park & Ride Doubles Available ParkingDouble the parking spaces will make it even easier for commuters to ride the Regional Transportation Commission (RTC) of Southern Nevada's transit service. Read on for more information.
Craig Road Project Closures & DetoursClosures and changes in the traffic pattern along Craig Road near I-15 will start this week. The project is a grade seperation that will go over the railroad tracks and improve traffic flow. Read on for road closures in that area.
I-15 North Widening Project Underway to Ease CongestionMore than 170,000 drivers use the north part of Interstate 15 every day. Thursday, a highly anticipated projected that will reduce congestion got underway. Ken Smith has the details.
Gas Prices Continue to ClimbGas and oil prices moved further into record high territory Tuesday. Gas reached a national average of $3.51 for the first time. Inside, find the cheapest gas prices in Las Vegas.
Hours Change for HOV Lane UsageThe HOV lanes which are designed for cars with two or more people will now be open to all drivers during certain times of the day.
Hoover Dam Bypass Bridge: Latest InformationThe Hoover Dam Bypass Bridge is a work in progress. The bridge will go over the Dam and provide drivers a safer, easier, and faster way to get from one side of U.S. 93 to another. Read on for more information.
Construction & Road Closures *Update*Several Projects are planned along our Valley roads and highways that could have an impact on your commute because they involve lane and road closures due to construction. Read on to see if any of them will affect your commute.
UPDATE: Blue Diamond Road ConstructionDrivers who use Blue Diamond Road know it can be a nightmare. But there is some relief for those who travel on it between I-15 and Decatur. Skywitness 8 traffic anchor Dayna Roselli has the latest on one project that's coming to an end, and another that is about to begin.
Hoover Dam Bypass Bridge Completion Now 2010Crews are now going to have to erect another set of special cranes to complete the span across the Colorado River delaying the bypass bridge completion to 2010.
DMV Expands to More KiosksThe Nevada DMV is expanding a popular program that allows people to do business without standing in long lines. Read on for locations.
Free Tire Safety Inspections for AAA MembersDuring the month of October, AAA is participating with a number of local auto repair facilities to offer free safety inspections for their members. Read on for the list.
Car Seat Safety Check InformationProperly installing a child's car seat can be quite a feat. In fact, most seats are not installed properly and this could put the child at risk if there is an accident. Read on for locations on getting you car seat checked as well as safety tips.
Gas Gouging Watch LineThe DOE is very concerned about the impact of gas prices on Americans. If you believe there may be price-gouging or price-fixing, read on for more details.
RTC Bus Routes: Plan Your Trip!The Regional Transportation Commission encourages public transportation as a way to get around the valley. We attached a link to help you plan your trip.
New I-15 Construction Project to Affect Nevadans, CaliforniansSeveral major construction projects on Interstate 15 will affect drivers for the next few years. Inside, find the latest on construction on the north part of the interstate, plus there is a brand new project that will not only affect Nevadans but Californian's too.
New Traffic Report Released on Clark County RoadsWe all know the roads in Clark County are congested and only getting worse. There seem to be serious car accidents every day. Well, now a new study says our state roads are some of the most dangerous in the county, too. Adrienne Augustus will have the details about this new report.
Henderson Road Closures Near St. Rose ParkwaySouthwest Gas will complete utility line upgrades in on Serene Near St. Rose Parkway. Road closures and restrictions will be in effect for several weeks until the upgrades are completed. Read on for more.
What's Driving You Crazy? Painting CrewsClark County drivers say many of our valley roads need more attention. But, as Dayna Roselli found out, only a small road crew of four paints the lines on thousands of miles of roadway in Clark County each year. For more on this story, read on.
What's Driving You Crazy? Faded LinesChannel 8 viewers have told us that many roadways around the valley don't have painted lines or reflectors which makes driving confusing! Eyewitness News Traffic Anchor, Dayna Roselli looked into this issue.
Cabbies Protest Too Many Taxis on Las Vegas RoadwaysCabbies across the valley say they are losing money because there are too many taxis on the roads. Cab drivers say the growing population in Las Vegas is affecting their pocket book.
Downtown Streetscape Project BeginsThe city of Las Vegas Department of Public Works plans to begin a streetscape improvement project along two roadways in downtown Las Vegas. For more information, read on.
Construction Begins on Blue Diamond ExpansionConstruction has started on the next phase of road construction on Blue Diamond Road. Across the railroad tracks near Jones, it's two lanes. Thursday, crews broke ground on an expansion that will have eight lanes to Rainbow and build a new bridge over the tracks.
Express Lanes Coming to I-15The Nevada Department of Transportation got the go-ahead Tuesday to widen a stretch of Interstate 15 parallel to the Las Vegas Strip and create express lanes. Reporter Adrienne Augustus explains what that means to drivers.
Police Seeing More 'Medical Episodes' Behind the WheelIt happens half-a-dozen times a year. The more recent case was last week when a women died after being hit by a senior citizen who had a medical episode behind the wheel. Reporter Melissa Duran has the details.
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