By Matthew Seedorff | www.fox26houston.com
WALLER, Texas – Six Houston-area cyclists continue to recover after getting run over by a teen driving a pickup truck on September 25 in Waller.
On Tuesday, FOX 26 exclusively spoke with Rachael Maney from Bike Law. Bike Law is now representing the six injured cyclists.
"They suffered broken vertebrae, broken collar bones, hands, [and] wrists, some of which require extensive surgical intervention," said Maney. "Road rash, lacerations, concussions, traumatic brain injuries, all-over …
Author: Lauren Talarico | www.khou.com
The case garnered national attention after the teen driver was let go without being charged even though witnesses said he’d been "rolling coal" on the cyclists.
WALLER COUNTY, Texas — The attorneys for the cyclists hit by a truck in Waller County said a special prosecutor has been assigned to the case by the Waller County District Attorney.
The case garnered national attention after the teenage driver who allegedly hit the cyclists on Sept. 25, was let go without being charged or ticketed, even though witnesses said the teen had been “rolling coal†on the cyclists before the crash. …
Jay R. Jordan | www.chron.com
As attorneys for six cyclists who were run over by a teenage driver outside Houston investigate the collision, attitudes in Waller County toward cyclists trekking through the community is enough to "raise an eyebrow" about law enforcement’s investigation, an attorney representing the group said during a press conference Wednesday.
Charlie Thomas, a Houston attorney speaking for the half dozen cyclists who were hit Sept. 25, said Waller County has been worse than any other place in and around Houston when it comes to the treatment of cyclists. The long straightaways and open roads are ideal for cyclists training for …
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Hopping on your bike when it’s raining, or snowing, might seem unappealing. But our research has found inclement weather conditions deter some cyclists more than others.
In the first analysis of its kind, we captured eight years of data from 40 bike-sharing schemes around the world, across a range of climate zones, totalling 100 million trips. We then linked this data to fine-grained historical weather information.
We found weather patterns affect people’s willingness to cycle in different ways. For example, people in Melbourne are more likely to avoid cycling in the rain or …
By Mark Smith | www.crosstimbersgazette.com
The Highland Village Police Department’s TXFallenPD Tribute Event returns this month.
The 13th annual event, which was canceled last year due to the coronavirus pandemic, is scheduled for Oct. 16 at The Shops at Highland Village and will feature a 5K, live entertainment, bike honor ride, bike obstacle course, kids activities and more. The event is the largest fundraiser for the Texas Police Chiefs Association Fallen Officer Fund, which supports families of Texas officers killed in the line of duty.
The event began in 2008 and has raised over $280,000 for the Fallen Officer Fund. This year’s goal is to raise …
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WACO, Texas – The Waco Fire Department is launching an EMS bicycle team to enhance and increase the capabilities of the Department’s Basic Life Support services.
The primary function of the team is to provide EMS services during special events within the city.
The Waco Fire Department has placed four Cannondale Trail Mountain Bikes into service. Each is equipped with life-saving trauma supplies – including automated external defibrillators (AED), oxygen and bandaging supplies.
Waco events typically draw very large crowds – such as the Ironman, Silobration, Fourth on the Brazos, Heart of Texas Fair & Rodeo, Baylor Football, and many others. As a result, …
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ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) – Odessa police responded to a major crash on Wednesday morning.
According to the Odessa Police Department, the crash happened in the 4200 block of Golder Avenue around 8 a.m.
The crash involved a car and a bicycle. No other details have been released on the accident itself.
Southbound traffic along 42nd Street was blocked off due to the crash.
Annie Blanks | www.expressnews.com
The City of Kyle in Hays County recently approved a multimillion-dollar trail that will bisect the city and eventually be a part of the 100-mile Great Springs Project trail connecting San Antonio to Austin.
But the trail, which originally was poised to be a natural pathway for cyclists and hikers, has evolved into what city leaders hope will be a hub of industry and development that will jolt Kyle’s population growth — regardless of whether citizens are ready for it.
In late September, the City Council gave its stamp of approval to the project known as The Vybe Kyle. It’s slated snake from the northern end of the city …
By: Eran Hami | www.kristv.com
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Cyclist groups gather for the main reason of safety. They feel safer riding in larger groups.
Avid Corpus Christi cyclist Shirin Delsooz is looking for a change from the city. She has started an online petition for more safe bike lanes throughout the city.
“When it comes to cycling there is not a single area you can do in this city without fearing for your life,†Delsooz said.
Her biggest gripe is that the city’s lanes don’t line up with recommendations from the Federal Highway Administration. That design features a barrier between …
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