Heights - River Oaks - Montrose

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Transportation
The raised crosswalk located in front of Katz's on Westheimer Road and Crocker Street in Montrose was installed back in 2023 but is being removed because it could disrupt traffic flow. (Kevin Vu/Community Impact)

Road projects in Houston leave residents frustrated over lack of communication

By Kevin Vu

Houston is removing a raised crosswalk in Montrose and repaving the Washington Avenue Corridor, something city officials said will help reduce traffic and prepare Houston for future events such as the FIFA World Cup.

More Heights | River Oaks | Montrose News

The Greater Houston Partnership held a panel April 1 with Houston officials to discuss the FIFA World Cup coming up in 2026. (Cassandra Jenkins/Community Impact)
Arts & Entertainment
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Texas Legislature
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Dining
Októ Mediterranean at the Montrose Collective to ...