Six U.S. cities rank among global AI leaders, study finds
ThoughtLab identifies six U.S. cities among global AI leaders, highlighting municipal contracting opportunities in IT modernization.
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Michigan creates new transit and rail coordinator role
Michigan announces $65 million for transit and a new coordination role, supporting fleet upgrades and service expansion.
Oklahoma outlines $7.3B in highway, bridge projects
Oklahoma approves a $7.3 billion highway construction plan with 1,229 projects through 2034.
Cybersecurity, AI lead state technology priorities in 2026 survey
Cybersecurity, shared services and AI lead state technology priorities as governments accelerate digital modernization.
FloodSafe NY to upgrade streamgages, expand flood protection infrastructure
New York's FloodSafe NY initiative will upgrade streamgages, expand monitoring coverage and improve tools for floods.
Report finds states taking larger role in infrastructure cybersecurity
A report finds states expanding critical infrastructure cybersecurity efforts while confronting gaps in authority and funding.
North Plains Connector advances plans to link U.S. power grids
The $6 billion North Plains Connector has completed environmental review, advancing plans for a 422-mile transmission link.
FAA awards $481M for airport infrastructure projects
The FAA is awarding $481 million in airport infrastructure grants supporting runway, taxiway, terminal and other projects.
New EPA guidance aims to prevent drinking water system failures
EPA released new guidance to help connect utilities with technical assistance and infrastructure financing.
UT advances $1B initial phase of North Austin medical center
UT regents approved a $1 billion initial phase for the Dell Medical Center, funding development, design and construction.
