HOUSTON — Major changes are underway in Houston’s Montrose neighborhood, where crews began removing the city’s rainbow crosswalks early Monday morning. The colorful crossings, long considered a symbol of Pride and unity, are being stripped away following a directive from Governor Greg Abbott.

By sunrise, two of the four rainbow crosswalks at Westheimer and Taft had already been removed. The removal comes after days of tension, protests, and frustration within the community.

Overnight, heavy machinery was brought in near the intersection. City officials confirmed the equipment was placed there by METRO, though the transit agency had not yet responded to KHOU 11’s request for comment as of Monday morning.

The decision follows Governor Abbott’s call for transportation departments statewide

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