DOT announces $450M port infrastructure funding window

The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Maritime Administration has announced the availability of $450 million for projects that improve port safety and efficiency. Applications for Port Infrastructure Development Program funding must be submitted by April 30. More funding for projects might be added later this year if approved by Congress. Projects require at least 20% in […]

Energy storage innovation takes center stage at Houston summit 

The Energy Storage Summit USA 2025 will bring industry leaders, policymakers and innovators to Houston, Texas, to discuss the rapid advancements and prospects of energy storage in the U.S.  This gathering comes at a pivotal moment, as the nation witnesses significant advancements in various energy storage technologies, crucial for enhancing grid reliability and supporting the […]

Pittsburg State University announces $20M facility for automotive labs

Pittsburg State University is building a $20 million facility to expand laboratory space on its campus in Pittsburg, Kansas, for students to train on heavy equipment, including diesel engines, hydraulic systems, powertrains, electrical and electronic systems and hybrid and electric vehicles. Preliminary designs are complete and architectural plans will be finalized in 2026, with construction […]

Alan Smith chosen as Utah State University’s interim president

Utah – Utah State University has a new interim president. Alan Smith was appointed to the role Feb. 12, leaving his previous position as dean of the Emma Eccles Jones College of Human Services. Smith brings more than 24 years of educational experience, including serving as professor and chairperson in the Department of Kinesiology at Michigan State University […]

Santa Cruz’s nearly $1B rail plan includes 28 bridge replacements

Santa Cruz County, California, is providing an update to a nearly $1 billion rail plan seeking to provide passenger rail service and multimodal transportation options to residents. The update, unveiled during the county’s Regional Transportation Commission (RTC) meeting earlier this month, estimates it will be necessary to replace 28 bridges and repair five others to […]

Houston launches $70M plan to end street homelessness by 2026

Houston plans to become the first major U.S. city to eliminate street homelessness. The city is embarking on a $70 million initiative to move all unsheltered individuals into stable housing by the end of 2026, according to a report from Community Impact. The city has already secured $21.8 million toward a pilot program. The initial […]