traffic concerns
Coverage of traffic concerns in the Nexus archive.
- Raising Cane’s in Walnut Creek to replace longtime drive-thru
Raising Cane’s, a popular fried chicken chain, is opening its first location in Walnut Creek, a ritzy East Bay suburb. This follows the recent controversial opening of a Chick-fil-A in the area, which residents opposed due to traffic concerns. The new restaurant is expected to contribute to increased traffic in the already busy area.
- H-E-B files construction permit for Dallas location, next step towards 2028 open
H-E-B filed a construction permit for its first Dallas store at 635 Hillcrest Road, with construction set to begin in March 2027 and an opening projected for September 2028. Neighbors raised concerns about traffic, noise, and crime, but the zoning request passed 14-1. H-E-B claims the store will create 800 jobs and generate $24 million in tax revenue over five years.