Keaton Peters Springfield advances rail project with $157M federal boost USDOT has fully obligated $157.1 million in federal funding for the final segment of the SRIP, ensuring that construction can continue.
Allison Barnette DOE suspends clean energy requirement for federal buildings The Department of Energy (DOE) announced a one-year pause on a Biden-era rule requiring a reduction in on-site fossil fuel use.
Adam Rollins New data reveals growing crisis as American cities sink Major cities across the nation are sinking, affecting more than 34 million people and putting thousands of buildings at risk.
Claire Robertson Nebraska launches new agency to streamline water and energy The creation of the new agency is expected to improve collaboration across sectors and simplify permitting processes.
Allison Barnette Asheville seeks design team for post-hurricane restoration A focal point is the area historically referred to as “Asheville’s Playground,” where the city estimates at least $25 million in damage.
Jason Deterding Victoria to transform community center into multi-use covered arena The City of Victoria has approved a $35 million renovation of its community center to transform the venue into a modern, multi-use facility.
Brady Pieper $53B Missouri budget targets education, workforce and World Cup Education, workforce development and infrastructure win out as Missouri’s government prepares for the World Cup in 2026.
Adam Rollins $67M Chicago renovation plan clears commission hurdle The project has been picked up as a top priority by Mayor Brandon Johnson to transform the area.
Keaton Peters FAA launches massive air traffic control modernization plan The House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee has projected a $12.5 billion cost, with some estimations as high as $18.5 billion.
Brady Pieper EPA modifies “forever chemicals” rules for water systems While maintaining maximum contaminant levels for PFOA and PFOS, the agency plans to rescind limits on four other PFAS compounds.