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A new and good reason not to worry about economic vitality when voters put new leadership in place throughout America

Fri, 06 Nov 2026 18:15:16 +0000

Election seasons, especially one like the election Americans just experienced, tend to create angst and concern about economic policy, public spending and the overall future of economic vitality. Public officials want to know if their critical projects will move forward under new leadership. Companies that sell, invest or transact any kind of business in the […]

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Raleigh-Durham airport advances $2.5B expansion program

Fri, 06 Nov 2026 18:15:00 +0000

The Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) continues to break ground on its $2.5 billion transformation plan, expanding the airport’s footprint with more parking, a larger terminal, a new runway and a redesigned road system over the next decade. The Transform RDU capital plan outlines the airport’s planned investments in facility expansion and service enhancement. The 10-year […]

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Six U.S. cities rank among global AI leaders, study finds

Fri, 06 Nov 2026 18:00:00 +0000

As cities look to expand artificial intelligence (AI) across public services, infrastructure and government operations, new opportunities could emerge for technology providers and government contractors supporting municipal projects. A recent ThoughtLab study identified six U.S. cities among 37 global AI leaders, highlighting the growing need for investments in data infrastructure, cybersecurity, workforce development and public-private […]

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New Washington tax credit aims to expand sustainable aviation fuel production

Fri, 06 Nov 2026 17:59:00 +0000

Washington has activated a new tax credit for sustainable aviation fuel producers after reaching a statewide production capacity threshold of 20 million gallons annually, Gov. Bob Ferguson announced. The incentive provides tax credits ranging from $1 to $2 per gallon for qualifying sustainable aviation fuel, creating additional financial support for companies developing production facilities and […]

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Massachusetts receives $130M for Springfield rail upgrades

Thu, 05 Nov 2026 21:35:49 +0000

The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) will pour another $130 million into its vision to achieve and expand intercity rail connectivity through the Springfield Hub Modernization Project. The state received the award through the federal Consolidated Rail Infrastructure and Safety Improvements (CRISI) grant program. With the funding in tow, MassDOT will be able to further […]

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Ohio receives federal approval for 260 Opportunity Zones

Thu, 05 Nov 2026 21:27:15 +0000

Ohio has received federal approval for 260 Opportunity Zones designed to attract private investment in housing, business development and economic revitalization projects across the state. Gov. Mike DeWine and Ohio Department of Development Director Lydia Mihalik announced that the U.S. Department of the Treasury approved all 260 census tracts nominated by the state under the […]

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Wisconsin awards nearly $58M for broadband expansion

Thu, 05 Nov 2026 21:20:03 +0000

Wisconsin has awarded nearly $58 million for broadband infrastructure projects that will expand high-speed Internet access to more than 18,000 homes, businesses and other locations across the state. Gov. Tony Evers and the Public Service Commission of Wisconsin announced funding for 46 projects through the State Broadband Expansion Grant Program, which supports Internet infrastructure development […]

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