Illinois State University (ISU) will spend $41.5 million to build a College of Engineering campus in Bloomington. While the project has been approved, a construction date has not yet been released. Currently, inadequate instructional and lab space make it difficult to accommodate demand for engineering programs. The project will expand ISU’s capacity to handle new […]
Across the country, public agencies and academic institutions are launching ambitious infrastructure initiatives that prioritize cutting-edge research, innovative technologies and public health advancements. From quantum computing hubs and cybersecurity research centers to public health expansions and isotope production facilities, these projects reflect a nationwide push to strengthen innovation ecosystems and address critical challenges through science […]
Iowa is planning investments in health care, education and judicial courts. After an extended session that was originally set to conclude on May 2, the Iowa Legislature is poised to conclude its 2025 session after passing several major budget bills last week. The health and human services budget, one of the largest funding areas, received […]
The West Virginia Department of Transportation (WVDOT) has finalized an agreement with the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) to fund the replacement of a bridge that has been closed since 2023. WVDOT announced in 2024 it had been selected to receive an $87.5 million federal grant to help pay for a new Market Street Bridge […]
The city of Greenville, South Carolina, has unveiled its master plan for ambitious 12-acre entertainment district, designed to provide a significant economic boost and act as a gateway to the city. Costing between $150 million and $170 million, construction on the project is expected to begin as early as 2026. The most notable feature included […]
The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) has made around $1.5 billion available to help expand bus fleets and manufacturing through two programs. Entities will have the opportunity to apply for a share of the $1.1 billion Low or No Emission Grant Program (Low-No Program) and the $398 million Grants for Buses and Bus Facilities Program (Bus […]
The Trump administration has announced an initial design for a defensive missile shield around the U.S. In a White House press conference Tuesday, President Trump selected a $175 billion design plan for the “Golden Dome” initiative, expanding upon a previous agenda item to protect American borders. While the measure will likely face backlash and funding […]