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Houston Crosswalk Safety Debate | Texas News
A Houston teen was struck by a car near Lamar High School, igniting urgent calls for safer crossings. The 85-year-old driver failed to yield at a poorly designed intersection, prompting Mayor John Whitmire to push for a HAWK signal — though advocates warn it’s costly and suggest cheaper, smarter fixes like narrower lanes or refuge islands. Meanwhile, the school district is teaming up with police to ramp up traffic enforcement around schools, emphasizing a citywide shift toward infrastructure that proactively protects pedestrians — not just relies on driver caution. Listen in comfort:Get a…
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