tow trucks, TxDOT vehicles or other emergency vehicles. State law changes that went into effect brought about harsher punishments, including fines up to $1,250 for first-time offenders who don’t ...

"It's a saltwater solution, and it helps prevent ice from bonding to roadways," Jeff Barker, a spokesperson for TxDOT, said of brine.

Large, slow-moving TxDOT trucks can be seen spraying the mixture over highways Monday, and the state transportation agency is asking drivers to move over for crews trying to keep local highways ...