HOUSTON – It’s wild how today even a simple horn beep or a quick lane change can feel like a trigger in Houston’s traffic.

If you’ve ever been behind the wheel and thought “Should I even honk? Will that set someone off?” — you’re not alone. Living in Texas, especially around Houston, means a lot of us assume the best intentions of other drivers, but the reality is that tempers are short and stakes are higher than ever. One wrong move, and what should’ve been a 5-minute drive can turn into something you’ll never forget.

Drivers seem on edge. Between congested freeways, unpredictable weather, tight schedules and the constant pressure of getting somewhere, the road becomes a pressure cooker. Add in the fact that more people are carrying firearms or ready to escalate, and Houston is definit

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