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Maryland March 27, 2024

Washington Post hits 'controversial poet' Francis Scott Key after namesake Baltimore bridge collapses

The Washington Post drew attention to so-called "controversial poet" Francis Scott Key for his "racist views" after his namesake bridge collapsed in Baltimore.

POLITICS March 26, 2024

Congress expected to consider emergency spending measure to replace Baltimore bridge after collapse

Lawmakers are expected to rush through a supplemental spending request to cover the rebuilding of the Francis Scott Key Bridge after its sudden collapse.

Georgia March 26, 2024

Study into deepening of Savannah harbor picks up key endorsement from congressman

After the Savannah harbor was dredged in 2022, officials have gotten a key congressional endorsement in their seeking of a study to further deepen a shipping channel.

Vermont March 20, 2024

Historic Vermont covered bridge at risk from truck drivers led by GPS

A historical covered bridge in Vermont is under threat from box truck drivers using GPS who do not heed warnings concerning tall and heavy vehicles, officials say.

Rhode Island March 14, 2024

Key Rhode Island bridge to be demolished over structural concerns, governor says

The Washington Bridge in Providence County, Rhode Island, which connects the state's capital to the opposite side of the Seekonk River, will be demolished.

Joe Biden March 14, 2024

Biden announces infrastructure projects during tour of Democratic 'blue wall' states

On March 13, 2024, Biden started a visit to Wisconsin and Michigan to shore up the Democratic “blue wall" and build momentum for his re-election.

Pennsylvania March 11, 2024

Grant approved for park over 6-lane highway aimed at reconnecting Philadelphia's Chinatown

A $159 million grant to build a three-block-long park over Philadelphia's Vine Street Expressway has been secured, and is set to reconnect the city's long-divided Chinatown.

Wisconsin March 6, 2024

Gov. Evers signs off on 9-figure Universities of Wisconsin construction, renovation bill

Democratic Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers on Wednesday signed a bill allowing hundreds of millions of dollars in spending on Universities of Wisconsin-related construction projects.

Alabama March 4, 2024

US cities face drinking water crisis as trillions of gallons leak from aging systems

Many cities in the US, like Prichard, Alabama, are facing severe water infrastructure problems due to decades of neglect and underinvestment, officials say.

Missouri February 28, 2024

$800M renovation to KC's Arrowhead Stadium planned for 2026

The Kansas City Chiefs are planning an overhaul of their home field, Arrowhead Stadium, worth $800 million, which would begin after the 2026 World Cup.

Georgia February 7, 2024

Members of Congress from Georgia lend support to study whether Port of Savannah needs to be deepened

Though Savannah's harbor was deepened two years ago, every Georgia member of Congress signed a letter calling for a study to determine if it would be worth deepening the port again.