MTA plans to build through federal, New York budget uncertainty

The Second Avenue subway extension, Interborough Express light rail and other projects are progressing, but the transit agency’s long-term capital funding remains a concern.

Denver tenants awarded $13.5M in class action lawsuit

The plaintiffs argued that the owners and operator of the Mint Urban Infinity Apartments had violated the state’s warranty of habitability law.

Solving LA’s housing crisis hinges on policy, zoning reform: experts

Wildfire reconstruction policies could provide a road map for lowering housing construction costs and adding more housing citywide, experts say.

Housing, utilities, food among top US needs in 2024: United Way survey

“At a moment when individuals and communities need more support, but national and local resources are uncertain,” the survey results can help identify cross-sector solutions, United Way Worldwide CEO Angela Williams said.

‘Direct vision’ truck designs could reduce injuries, fatalities on city streets, stakeholder group says

Together for Safer Roads has launched a group to advocate for integrating direct vision trucks into waste truck and other fleets to reduce crashes and fatalities, particularly in urban areas.

Public spaces could better meet community needs: survey

Too little funding and too much bureaucracy make city public space improvements difficult, according to a new report from the Project for Public Spaces.

Where 5 transportation innovators are working with cities and counties

These communities are working with some of the businesses Fast Company named as most innovative in transportation in 2024.

RealPage sues Berkeley, California, over rent pricing technology ban

The software provider claims the California city’s recent ordinance on pricing technology imposes a “sweeping and unconstitutional ban on lawful speech.”

New York congestion pricing is working, but threats remain: MIT panel

Traffic congestion is down; transit, theater and restaurant indicators are up in New York City's central business district, but Trump administration efforts and lawsuits are putting the program at risk, the MIT webinar panelists said.

Why urban areas are a challenge for casual restaurant chains

High rents, difficult buildouts and space limitations are among many reasons why casual full-service chains often avoid locations in cities. But urban siting opportunities exist, experts say.

Preparing manufactured homes for extreme weather: 5 barriers

Zoning, financing and other regulations can leave this more affordable form of housing vulnerable. Some communities are addressing the risk.

Drones, sidewalk robots, other AVs among Walmart and Uber food delivery strategies

The technologies are helping their companies speed up "need-it-now" delivery trips, executives said during a Grocery Dive virtual event.

America’s aging water infrastructure faces new threats

The U.S. urgently needs to increase funding to shore up facilities, experts say, as climate change and emerging contaminants like PFAS pose growing threats.

Where battery and hydrogen-powered trains are coming to US commuter rail

Three global train manufacturers with zero-emission trains operating in Europe are vying for U.S. contracts.

Trump administration considers using federal land for affordable housing

Western states could be the most impacted, according to a Wall Street Journal report. Others say the move is unlikely to meet some of the biggest housing needs in high-cost markets.

New Mexico occupational safety bureau advances heat safety rule

If passed, the state would be the sixth to implement its own heat-related guidance, after a federal standard appears to have lost steam.

US infrastructure gets a C, its highest grade ever, in ASCE report card

Infrastructure needs long-term, continuous investment to maintain and continue to improve, however, the civil engineering group said. 

Sacramento, California, expands community car sharing program

The program for income-qualified residents offers hourly rental of electric and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles.

FEMA disaster preparedness role could decrease following Trump executive order

The administration plans to publish a national resilience strategy with further details within 90 days, it said.

GM Energy joins PG&E bidirectional EV charging pilot in California

Certain electric vehicle owners are now eligible for discounts on charging equipment that can be used to power homes during blackouts.

JV completes $865M Florida bridge expansion project

The nearly 6-mile Howard Frankland Bridge crossing, which traverses Old Tampa Bay between Tampa and St. Petersburg, is the most expensive in the state’s history.

Jersey City launches battery swapping program for e-bikes, scooters

Residents can swap depleted e-mobility batteries for new ones at stations that also offer micromobility parking and charging. The city says the program is a U.S. first.

DOE withdraws, postpones multiple appliance energy efficiency rules

“We are returning freedom of choice to the American people,” Secretary of Energy Chris Wright said in a statement. Appliance efficiency advocates warn the agency is in “uncharted territory.”

A train station is at the heart of this NYC suburb’s downtown revitalization

New Rochelle, New York, has attracted $2 billion in development and seen its population grow over 7% in five years. Now, a project to remake its iconic train station aims to bring further benefits.

Building performance standards set to proliferate, evolve in 2025

State and local governments continue to develop building standards that draw on existing frameworks and implement new metrics for measuring performance.