Infrastructure Across America - Page 2

Media March 28

Jon Stewart is visibly exasperated hearing about arduous process to get Build Back Better government grants

"The Daily Show" host Jon Stewart grew impatient when learning about the complicated process it took to secure "Build Back Better" government funding during Joe Biden's presidency.

Kathy Hochul November 9, 2024

Hochul has 'very cordial' call with Trump following combative press conference with AG James

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul says she called President-elect Trump on Thursday to “reaffirm" the pair can work together in areas like infrastructure where the state relies on federal funding.

Maine August 25, 2024

Historic covered bridge closed after truck falls through, creating gaping hole

A historic bridge in Maine is likely going to be closed for months after an overweight truck crashed through it into the river below. It happened on Friday.

Floods July 4, 2024

Minnesota bridge on verge of collapsing following torrential rain, flooding

Officials in Minnesota say thery are braicng for a bridge near the Rapidan Dam to crumble into the Blue Earth River following a barrage of heavy rain and flooding.

TRAVEL June 28, 2024

Boston trains get 'googly eyes,' give riders 'joy' on their commutes

Riders on two transit lines in Boston may have spotted a delightful addition to their commutes: a pair of googly eyes. The eyes were installed earlier this week on five trains. Here's why.

LIFESTYLE June 27, 2024

On this day in history, June 27, 1985, iconic Route 66 reaches the 'end of the road'

On this day in history, June 27, 1985, the iconic Route 66 was decertified. The iconic highway ran through eight U.S. states and sections of it can still be driven today.

Maryland June 3, 2024

Makeshift memorial to Baltimore bridge collapse victims vandalized

An elaborate memorial to the six victims of the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse in Baltimore was reportedly vandalized over the weekend.

LIFESTYLE May 27, 2024

On this day in history, May 27, 1937, the Golden Gate Bridge, 'noblest structure of steel,' opens to public

The Golden Gate Bridge, a feat of engineering, opened to pedestrians on this day in history, May 27, 1937. An estimated 200,000 people paid $0.25 each to cross the bridge.

Texas May 22, 2024

Multibillion-dollar overhaul plans for Texas U.S. 59 may not solve flooding problem, officials warn

Proposals to overhaul U.S. Highway 59, a major Houston evacuation route, may not sufficiently address its predisposition for flooding, the Texas Department of Transportation says.

Maryland May 21, 2024

Maryland Gov. Moore delivers updates on Baltimore bridge as repairs continue

Maryland Gov. Wes Moore delivered an update on the Francis Scott Key Bridge repairs. He said the bodies of all six people who died in the disaster were recovered.

ENVIRONMENT May 17, 2024

$3B for EPA's lead pipe replacement program sent to states based on unverified data, watchdog says

The EPA inspector general criticized the agency's method of allocating funds for states to replace lead pipes, claiming that inaccurate data was used.