Ghost bike ride will honor Houston's dead cyclists

Driving the news: At least 15 people have died while riding bikes in Houston so far in 2023, compared to the 12 who died in 2022.

• Police are investigating a potential 16th fatality, although the circumstances of the cyclist's death are still under investigation.

Details: Houston couple Melissa and Steve Sims volunteer their time and talents to commemorate the dead by installing the ghost bikes, known for their all-white finish, at sites where cyclists are killed.

• The ride kicks off at 9am Saturday from EaDough and will stop at five ghost bike locations.
• Riders will spruce up each site — including with Día de los Muertos decorations — and say a few words or a prayer before moving on.

What they're saying: "It's an incredible devotion of [the Sims']," BikeHouston organizer Kristina Ronneberg tells Axios. "It's so much of an endeavor that they can't be responsible for it entirely on their own."

• "We really want to use this ride as a time to remember the humanity of the individuals."

The bottom line: Anyone with a bicycle is welcome to join.