New city of St. George, Louisiana, selects interim mayor

Louisiana – Dustin Yates is the first interim mayor of the newly incorporated city of St. George. Yates has been involved with the city’s incorporation since the original petition in 2013. He has served with the St. George Fire Department for 19 years, most recently as chief administrative officer.  The post New city of St. George, Louisiana, selects […]

Universities with medical research, health services have millions to spend on upcoming projects

Medical schools represent billions in spending each year, and the federal government provides financial support throughout the U.S. They conduct incredible research and provide outstanding services to the general public at the institutions. There are currently 156 accredited medical schools in America, and the public and private institutions receive about $4 billion in funding and […]

New Mexico receives $156 million to increase clean energy grid power, resilience

The Energy, Minerals and Natural Resources Department (EMNRD) for New Mexico will spend $156 million to provide affordable solar energy to low-income, disadvantaged communities. The program will provide solar power to almost 21,000 households. New Mexico’s Solar for All (SFA) program will prioritize overcoming barriers that prevent underserved and rural communities from accessing clean energy […]

MassDOT to spend $37 million to expand public transportation, enhance mobility

The state of Massachusetts will allocate $37 million to the Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) to support regional public transportation projects across the state. The funds come from three grant programs and will help electrify vehicular fleets, enhance and expand existing transit services and improve rural connectivity. MassDOT will receive $15 million through the Regional […]

Universities with medical research, health services have millions to spend on upcoming projects

Medical schools represent billions in spending each year, and the federal government provides financial support throughout the U.S. They conduct incredible research and provide outstanding services to the general public at the institutions. There are currently 156 accredited medical schools in America, and the public and private institutions receive about $4 billion in funding and […]

Partnership uses AI to strengthen water treatment plants against cyberattacks

Artificial intelligence is emerging as a powerful tool in the fight against cyberattacks on critical infrastructure, particularly in the water treatment sector. A team of researchers at Virginia Tech University is harnessing AI’s potential to enhance cybersecurity. Through collaborations with DC Water and AlexRenew, a water treatment plant in Alexandria, Virginia, the team is developing […]

FTA awards $67 million for Massachusetts rail transit accessibility

The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) awarded the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) a $67 million grant to improve accessibility on the nation’s oldest light rail subway line. The money is a part of the $1.75 billion All Stations Accessibility Program (ASAP) from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL). “A critical part of modernizing and improving our […]