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#los-angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
8 hours ago
Los Angeles

Commentary: Three years away from the Olympics, L.A. is tripping over hurdles and trying to play catchup

Los Angeles faces questions about its readiness and potential impact as it prepares to host the World Cup and 2028 Olympics.
fromtherealdeal.com
18 hours ago
Los Angeles

LA enlists AECOM on fire recovery as questions swirl around rebuild plan

Los Angeles is partnering with AECOM for long-term fire recovery and rebuilding efforts.
The collaboration aims to enhance infrastructure planning and expedite recovery for affected families.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
8 hours ago

Commentary: Three years away from the Olympics, L.A. is tripping over hurdles and trying to play catchup

Los Angeles faces questions about its readiness and potential impact as it prepares to host the World Cup and 2028 Olympics.
Los Angeles
fromtherealdeal.com
18 hours ago

LA enlists AECOM on fire recovery as questions swirl around rebuild plan

Los Angeles is partnering with AECOM for long-term fire recovery and rebuilding efforts.
The collaboration aims to enhance infrastructure planning and expedite recovery for affected families.
#public-spending
#high-speed-rail
SF politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 days ago

No viable path' to completion: Trump administration plans to end funding to California high-speed rail project

Federal funding for California's high-speed rail project may be cut due to cost overruns and lack of viable plans for completion.
SF politics
fromABC30 Fresno
3 days ago

Trump administration to pull $4 billion in California high-speed rail funding

California high-speed rail project risks losing billions in federal funds.
SF politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 days ago

No viable path' to completion: Trump administration plans to end funding to California high-speed rail project

Federal funding for California's high-speed rail project may be cut due to cost overruns and lack of viable plans for completion.
SF politics
fromABC30 Fresno
3 days ago

Trump administration to pull $4 billion in California high-speed rail funding

California high-speed rail project risks losing billions in federal funds.
#ai
NYC politics
fromGothamist
1 day ago

Recounting Andrew Cuomo's great NYC subway fumble

Cuomo's focus on major projects is criticized for neglecting subway maintenance, worsening NYC's transit reliability.
#transportation
Brooklyn
fromStreetsblog
4 days ago

MTA To Finally Untangle Notorious Brooklyn Subway Pinch Point - Streetsblog New York City

MTA's new capital plan will alleviate the Nostrand Junction bottleneck, improving subway service for the 2, 3, 4, and 5 train riders.
NYC politics
fromGothamist
1 week ago

'Be careful what you wish for': Port Authority breaks ground on new Midtown bus terminal

Construction has begun on the new $10 billion Midtown bus terminal, aimed at modernizing New York's outdated transit hub.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
1 week ago

NYC 'Train Daddy' Andy Byford joins Amtrak board to oversee Penn Station revamp

Former NYC Transit President Andy Byford joins Amtrak's Board to lead the Penn Station renovation.
fromStreetsblog
2 days ago
NYC politics

Dysfunction City: My Block is a Symbol of What's Wrong with DOT - Streetsblog New York City

Brooklyn
fromStreetsblog
4 days ago

MTA To Finally Untangle Notorious Brooklyn Subway Pinch Point - Streetsblog New York City

MTA's new capital plan will alleviate the Nostrand Junction bottleneck, improving subway service for the 2, 3, 4, and 5 train riders.
NYC politics
fromGothamist
1 week ago

'Be careful what you wish for': Port Authority breaks ground on new Midtown bus terminal

Construction has begun on the new $10 billion Midtown bus terminal, aimed at modernizing New York's outdated transit hub.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
1 week ago

NYC 'Train Daddy' Andy Byford joins Amtrak board to oversee Penn Station revamp

Former NYC Transit President Andy Byford joins Amtrak's Board to lead the Penn Station renovation.
fromStreetsblog
2 days ago
NYC politics

Dysfunction City: My Block is a Symbol of What's Wrong with DOT - Streetsblog New York City

fromMiami Herald
1 day ago

Traffic alert: Ramps closing at I-95 and 836 for construction. See details

Crews will be connecting a new ramp from I-395 from Miami Beach to I-95 in Miami, part of a rebuild that includes a signature bridge.
Miami food
#air-traffic-control
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 day ago

'No more floppy disks': Air traffic control overhaul faces some daunting obstacles

The FAA aims to modernize the outdated U.S. air traffic control system, moving away from 20th-century technology like floppy disks and paper strips.
fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago
NYC politics

Veteran air traffic controller lays out what is wrong with Newark airport: 'Minimum staffing affects everything'

Air traffic control at Newark faces staffing and infrastructure challenges impacting safety and efficiency.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 day ago

'No more floppy disks': Air traffic control overhaul faces some daunting obstacles

The FAA aims to modernize the outdated U.S. air traffic control system, moving away from 20th-century technology like floppy disks and paper strips.
fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago
NYC politics

Veteran air traffic controller lays out what is wrong with Newark airport: 'Minimum staffing affects everything'

#environmental-policy
fromNextgov.com
1 day ago
SF politics

Trump administration debuts permitting modernization plan, even as staff cuts could jeopardize it

SF politics
fromFast Company
1 day ago

Supreme Court rewrites NEPA rules-changing the game for environmental reviews

The U.S. Supreme Court has redefined how NEPA is interpreted, potentially streamlining the approval process for major infrastructure projects.
Law
fromThe Atlantic
5 days ago

The Supreme Court's Green Double Standard

The Supreme Court ruling limits environmental litigation, impacting infrastructure project approvals.
SF politics
fromNextgov.com
1 day ago

Trump administration debuts permitting modernization plan, even as staff cuts could jeopardize it

The Trump administration's new plan seeks to modernize environmental review and permitting processes to facilitate infrastructure project approvals.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

New clues over massive Surrey sinkhole after network of tunnels discovered

Months after a massive sinkhole sparked a major incident in Surrey, a network of underground Victorian tunnels have been discovered close to the site.
London politics
#public-safety
#energy
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 days ago
Toronto

Ontario, Toronto to build new electricity transmission line to power city's downtown | CBC News

fromwww.cbc.ca
3 days ago
Toronto

Ontario, Toronto to build new electricity transmission line to power city's downtown | CBC News

#government-funding
NYC politics
fromGothamist
1 week ago

MTA board approves $65B plan to save NYC transit systems

MTA's $65 billion plan aims to overhaul NYC's transit infrastructure with funding from taxes, city contributions, and federal support.
NYC politics
fromGothamist
1 week ago

MTA board approves $65B plan to save NYC transit systems

MTA's $65 billion plan aims to overhaul NYC's transit infrastructure with funding from taxes, city contributions, and federal support.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Labour MPs poised to rebel over planning bill amid concerns for nature

Labour MPs are rebelling against a planning bill threatening wildlife; amendments are anticipated to protect habitats amidst opposition from wildlife groups.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

England's planning bill has many naysayers. I'm not one of them | Nick WIlliams

The government has proposed a solution: a nature restoration fund to support strategic initiatives across the country to effectively restore habitats and tackle conservation issues.
UK politics
#new-jersey
fromInsideEVs
5 days ago
Alternative transportation

Why Are Tesla Superchargers Suddenly Getting Removed In New Jersey?

fromStreetsblog
3 days ago
NYC politics

Most NJ Gov. Candidates Have No Problem With 'Boondoggle' Turnpike Widening - Streetsblog New York City

fromInsideEVs
5 days ago
Alternative transportation

Why Are Tesla Superchargers Suddenly Getting Removed In New Jersey?

fromStreetsblog
3 days ago
NYC politics

Most NJ Gov. Candidates Have No Problem With 'Boondoggle' Turnpike Widening - Streetsblog New York City

fromIT Pro
3 days ago

Enterprises are keen on cloud repatriation - but not for all workloads

The main driver behind the shift is performance, according to Node4. The surveyed companies have found some workloads simply aren't suitable for public cloud...
European startups
#new-york-city
fromQNS
2 weeks ago
NYC politics

Governor Hochul celebrates return of full A train service to Rockaways following major resiliency upgrades - QNS

fromwww.amny.com
6 days ago
NYC politics

Room to breathe': DOT, East Midtown leaders celebrate completion of Pershing Square Plaza renovations | amNewYork

fromQNS
2 weeks ago
NYC politics

Governor Hochul celebrates return of full A train service to Rockaways following major resiliency upgrades - QNS

fromwww.amny.com
6 days ago
NYC politics

Room to breathe': DOT, East Midtown leaders celebrate completion of Pershing Square Plaza renovations | amNewYork

#urban-development
NYC politics
fromGothamist
1 week ago

NYC's biggest power brokers are circling Penn Station

Key figures in NYC are engaged in a battle over Penn Station's redevelopment, led by Andy Byford's recent appointment.
NYC politics
fromGothamist
1 week ago

NYC's biggest power brokers are circling Penn Station

Key figures in NYC are engaged in a battle over Penn Station's redevelopment, led by Andy Byford's recent appointment.
#public-transportation
fromWHYY
4 days ago
NYC politics

NJ Transit looks to improve services ahead of fare hike and major events

fromWHYY
4 days ago
NYC politics

NJ Transit looks to improve services ahead of fare hike and major events

#climate-change
SF politics
fromThe Mercury News
2 weeks ago

Rep. Sam Liccardo pushes back against Trump cuts after $50 million loss threatens efforts to rein in coastal erosion

Rep. Sam Liccardo criticizes Trump for cutting funds vital for combating climate change and protecting communities from infrastructure threats.
SF politics
fromThe Mercury News
2 weeks ago

Rep. Sam Liccardo pushes back against Trump cuts after $50 million loss threatens efforts to rein in coastal erosion

Rep. Sam Liccardo criticizes Trump for cutting funds vital for combating climate change and protecting communities from infrastructure threats.
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
5 days ago

Five Erith and Thamesmead schools to receive urgent repairs

Parents across Erith and Thamesmead will remember the terror of the RAAC crisis, the fear that children were no longer safe in their own school because of years of Tory neglect. Labour is turning the page through our Plan for Change, literally fixing the foundations of our schools so local children are in a safe environment where they can achieve and thrive.
Renovation
Alternative transportation
fromStreetsblog
5 days ago

One Structural Change Could Shift Everything About How Transportation Works in America - Streetsblog USA

Advocates propose reallocating federal transportation funds directly to regional governments to better meet local transportation needs.
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
5 days ago

The A2, A21, A20, and A282 road closures affecting south east Londoners this week

Drivers in Kent and south east London should expect overnight disruptions this week due to scheduled maintenance on major roads including the A2, A21, A20, and A282.
London food
fromwww.mercurynews.com
6 days ago

Volunteers can train to be docents with Midpen

Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District offers training for community volunteers as docents, providing opportunities for guiding activities and contributing to the preservation of local nature.
Mission District
#urban-planning
Brooklyn
fromFast Company
1 week ago

This guy has a quick fix for the crisis on Brooklyn's busiest highway-and few are paying attention

The Brooklyn-Queens Expressway's triple cantilever is deteriorating and poses serious safety risks due to overcapacity and aging infrastructure.
Brooklyn
fromFast Company
1 week ago

This guy has a quick fix for the crisis on Brooklyn's busiest highway-and few are paying attention

The Brooklyn-Queens Expressway's triple cantilever is deteriorating and poses serious safety risks due to overcapacity and aging infrastructure.
#archaeology
History
fromwww.thehistoryblog.com
1 week ago

Ancient flood preserves hundreds of Roman bridge pilings in Utrecht

A major flood in 100 A.D. severely damaged Roman Utrecht's infrastructure, prompting significant restoration efforts.
History
fromwww.thehistoryblog.com
1 week ago

Ancient flood preserves hundreds of Roman bridge pilings in Utrecht

A major flood in 100 A.D. severely damaged Roman Utrecht's infrastructure, prompting significant restoration efforts.
fromBavarian Football Works
1 week ago

Allianz Arena's managing director shoots down potentially expanding past current 75,000 capacity

Increasing the capacity would mean that we would no longer be able to cope with the current building structure. In other words: It would be an expense that, in my opinion, would be grossly disproportionate to the expected number of spectators.
Bayern Munich
#housing
fromwww.montereyherald.com
1 week ago

Caltrans work on closed section of Highway 1 near Big Sur includes installing dowels

Caltrans is installing shear dowels to reinforce unstable slopes at the Regent's Slide on Highway 1, which has remained closed due to significant slide activity.
East Bay (California)
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Fukushima soil headed to Japan PM's flower beds to allay nuclear safety fears

The soil transported to Tokyo for the prime minister's garden is part of efforts to reassure the public about safety in using slightly radioactive material.
SF food
fromHackernoon
2 years ago

DePIN Projects to Watch in 2025: From Storage to Geospatial Networks | HackerNoon

They represent a change in how we approach decentralisation and convert real-world physical networks into new investment opportunities in industries such as energy, real estate, communications, etc.
Cryptocurrency
Upper West Side
fromNew York Post
1 week ago

A look inside Westhampton Beach - the 'commuter Hamptons' that caters to 'local' Long Islanders

Westhampton Beach is becoming increasingly popular among local Long Islanders as a more accessible alternative to traditional Hamptons destinations.
#community-development
fromCbsnews
1 week ago
Brooklyn

Broadway Junction $500M overhaul sparks hope and fear in Brooklyn transit hub

Brooklyn
frombrooklyneagle.com
2 weeks ago

Con Edison boosts Brooklyn power reliability

Con Edison is enhancing Brooklyn's electric reliability with new 138-kV transmission lines as part of a $505 million investment.
Brooklyn
fromCbsnews
1 week ago

Broadway Junction $500M overhaul sparks hope and fear in Brooklyn transit hub

A $500 million investment aims to modernize Broadway Junction, but concerns of gentrification loom large in the community.
fromIrish Independent
2 weeks ago

New Cork motorway: Taoiseach Micheal Martin confident BAM can deliver project on time and under budget

Alasdair Henderson, Executive Director of BAM Ireland, stated that the M28 project reflects their ongoing commitment to sustainable infrastructure that benefits communities and commerce.
UK politics
#investment
Women in technology
fromESPN.com
2 weeks ago

Ohanian: Serena warned against WoSo investment

Ohanian believes women's soccer investment is crucial for growth despite initial hesitations from Serena Williams about existing infrastructure.
Austin
fromAustin Monitor
2 weeks ago

Austin moves forward with plan for parks over I-35 - Austin Monitor

Austin City Council approved $104 million for infrastructure to create parks over I-35, signaling a vision of hope and values in urban development.
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
2 weeks ago

EBMUD considers rate hike; Cal's Moffitt Library closed 'til fall 2026

The East Bay Municipal Utility District proposes a 13% rate increase for water and a 17% for wastewater over two years to modernize aging infrastructure.
East Bay (California)
Business intelligence
fromBusiness Insider
2 weeks ago

77 million miles of waterways were missing from maps. AI found them in record time.

Bridges to Prosperity uses AI to map rural areas for potential bridge construction, addressing critical infrastructure gaps in remote communities.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
2 weeks ago

Urgent action 'needed to unlock investment,' says CBI - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

With bold urgent action needed to unlock investment and deliver the infrastructure our economy depends on, CBI Scotland's new Infrastructure Working Group will bring together businesses from different sectors to shape and inform policy in this area.
UK politics
Alternative transportation
fromtime.com
2 weeks ago

Trump's Pause on Infrastructure Funding Impacts More than Just Highways

The Trump administration's actions threaten civil rights by undermining DEI initiatives, impacting infrastructure investments and community protection.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
2 weeks ago

Seven things property developers need to be mindful of - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Local politics is not a spectator sport; understanding community needs and engaging positively can greatly enhance a developer's standing with planning committees.
Renovation
fromThe Mercury News
2 weeks ago

How much is EBMUD planning to raise its water rates?

We have to do this now. Our system is more than 100 years old. We turned 100 in 2023, and some of the infrastructure that we have in the ground is still the original infrastructure that we inherited.
East Bay (California)
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
2 weeks ago

Pedestrian paradise: $400M 5th Avenue redesign to begin in 2028 | amNewYork

Fifth Avenue will be redesigned into a more pedestrian-friendly space with expanded sidewalks, more greenery, and reduced vehicle lanes starting in early 2028.
fromYahoo Sports
2 weeks ago

White Sox host party, show up late, ask guests to leave

The Mariners lost 1-0 to the White Sox in a game marked by poor performance and tricky weather, demonstrating the impact of infrastructure on gameplay.
Chicago White Sox
San Francisco
fromKqed
4 weeks ago

America's Largest Cities, Including San Francisco, Are Quietly Sinking | KQED

The sinking of major metropolitan areas poses serious risks to infrastructure and requires proactive response measures.
Alternative transportation
fromStreetsblog
2 weeks ago

Should We Treat the Local Bus As a Basic Right? - Streetsblog USA

Buses should be viewed and designed like sidewalks to enhance public transit.
A well-functioning bus system requires frequency, convenience, safety, and reliability.
fromianVisits
2 weeks ago

Camden road bridge reopens following major Network Rail replacement work

"The Agar Grove project was years in the making, meticulously planned at every stage and successfully carried out."
London food
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Drivers warned major bridge used by 20,000 Londoners each day to shut over busy half-term break for repairs

The bridge, closed for repairs during a busy period, highlights the ongoing challenges in maintaining London's historic infrastructure, affecting thousands of motorists during the half-term break.
London food
Germany news
fromThe Local Germany
2 weeks ago

German rail passengers face disruption with main line to close for 6 months

Deutsche Bahn is overhauling the high-speed rail line between Berlin and Lehrte, leading to extensive travel disruptions.
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