# Fatal Crash Closes Houston Tollway | Houston News

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Podcast: [Houston News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/houston-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7458112)
Published: 2026-09-12T17:13:37+00:00
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## Resource

Houston’s Sam Houston Tollway westbound lanes near I-59 and West Airport Blvd are shut down after a deadly crash, causing major traffic delays with no reopening timeline yet. Authorities are investigating the fatal incident as backups stretch across southwest Harris County — drivers should plan for delays and consider alternate routes. Updates will follow as more details emerge. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/203829c0ecb56b98

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