“Highway to Nowhere” in West Baltimore getting $85 million for redevelopment
The so-called Highway to Nowhere is a nearly 1.4-mile segment of U.S. 40 initially constructed in the 1970s.
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Illinois Commerce Commission approves more than $2 billion for state electrical grid upgrades
ComEd will focus its efforts to increase grid resiliency, keeping consumers protected against severe weather caused by climate change.
Indianapolis to build new bus rapid transit line with $150 million in federal funds
The Blue Line showcases how medium-sized cities build modern transit systems that serve an array of community needs – from airport travelers to daily commuters.
Feds release over $1.3 billion to modernize nation’s transportation infrastructure
The grants will fund transportation projects around the nation to modernize critical infrastructure and increase access to transit.
Interior Department awards $41 million to address drought and climate change
Projects will enhance water conservation and efficiency, make water management and infrastructure improvements and restore rivers and watersheds.
UW System to distribute $17 million to renovate, improve utilities across campuses
These projects will prioritize building central plants and renovating utility systems.
Water district approves $142 million in funding for water conveyance project in Northern California
The Delta Conveyance Project will will enhance the reliability of the water supply that millions of Californians depend on.
Highland Park ISD in Texas approves $137 million to upgrade facilities districtwide
High priority items include addressing immediate maintenance and safety needs, buying property and improving campus and district buildings.
New York City receives $56.3 million to replace trucks, school buses with green alternatives
NYC will replace 55 diesel trucks with electric vehicles, install 10 new fast chargers across the city and boost EV training for city mechanics.
FHWA awards $33 million for southern Oregon’s first wildlife crossing bridge
ODOT will construct a wildlife overpass above I-5 to reduce the frequency of wildlife-vehicle collisions in southern Oregon.
