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fromSFGATE
4 days ago

Why Caltrans is widening a Bay Area highway that's going to flood

State Route 37 faces significant challenges from sea level rise and peak hour traffic congestion, prompting a costly widening project.
#electric-vehicles
fromIndependent
1 week ago
Miscellaneous

ESB hikes prices on EV charging by up to 15pc, with some drivers paying 7 more per charge

fromIndependent
1 week ago
Miscellaneous

ESB hikes prices on EV charging by up to 15pc, with some drivers paying 7 more per charge

East Bay real estate
fromThe Oaklandside
1 week ago

Oakland adds bollards at MacArthur Avenue intersection - and sideshows abate

The addition of vertical hard-plastic bollards at a key intersection in Oakland has dramatically reduced sideshow activities.
fromianVisits
1 week ago

The London Buzz - 21st July 2025

A major signalling failure at London Waterloo railway station has caused severe disruption, with customers urged not to travel on South Western Railway (SWR) trains until at least 21:00 BST.
London
fromThe Mercury News
2 weeks ago

El Cerrito's library is bustling, overflowing and seismically unsafe. After 20 years, will voters finally get on board to pay for a new one?

The educational community hub at 6510 Stockton Ave. is worn like a well-read book. Built in 1948, El Cerrito's library is a quaint, mid-century modern building that is too small, seismically unsafe, built with hazardous materials and not fully accessible to seniors and people with disabilities.
Public health
#transportation
fromStreetsblog
3 weeks ago
NYC politics

Beach Reading: Zohran Mamdani's Answers to Streetsblog's Mayoral Candidate Survey - Streetsblog New York City

New York City
fromwww.amny.com
5 months ago

New 7 train passageway opens at Grand Central Station, improving customer flow

New passageway for 7 line at Grand Central completed; enhances rider connections without service disruptions.
fromStreetsblog
3 weeks ago
NYC politics

Beach Reading: Zohran Mamdani's Answers to Streetsblog's Mayoral Candidate Survey - Streetsblog New York City

New York City
fromwww.amny.com
5 months ago

New 7 train passageway opens at Grand Central Station, improving customer flow

New passageway for 7 line at Grand Central completed; enhances rider connections without service disruptions.
fromTheregister
1 month ago

VMware must support Dutch govt agency's migration: Judge

The court mandated Broadcom's VMware to support RWS for two more years during their migration, highlighting the importance of software access for public infrastructure.
Tech industry
fromIslands
1 month ago

The World's Most Jaw-Dropping Subway Stations, According To Experts - Islands

Some subway stations are architectural marvels, redefining public infrastructure and enhancing transit experiences.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Paper
1 month ago

Adams announces plan to build 700 affordable homes in Coney Island as part of larger 'revitalization' * Brooklyn Paper

Coney Island will gain around 700 affordable homes as part of a revitalization effort led by Mayor Eric Adams.
London food
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

'Wobbly' Millennium Bridge marks 25th anniversary

The Millennium Bridge, famous for its wobbling, has become an iconic fixture in London despite its initial issues.
fromsfist.com
1 month ago

Trump Administration Seeks to Claw Back $4B In Funding for High-Speed Rail

The Trump administration aims to cancel $4 billion in funding for California's high-speed rail, emphasizing concerns over the project's management and viability.
fromBrooklyn Eagle
1 month ago

EV charging station company responds to concerns of new site across street from Bay Ridge school

Concerns from parents about an EV charging station near a school have prompted EVgo to address safety and community impact.
fromAustin Monitor
2 months ago

Downtown report: Office vacancies up, infrastructure growth continues - Austin Monitor

Jenell Moffett, chief impact officer for DAA, told Austin Monitor that while the office market has cooled, several major public infrastructure projects totaling more than $20 billion are moving forward at full speed.
Toronto startup
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

Major parking change could benefit millions of drivers

The National Parking Platform aims to simplify parking for British drivers by allowing payments through one app instead of multiple applications, reducing frustration.
UK politics
fromsilive
2 months ago

Many Staten Island fire call boxes are 'out of service.' Here's why

FDNY is repairing fire alarm call boxes on Staten Island due to a large-scale outage.
UK politics
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Julia Molony: Tragic Prince Harry is like a lonely little boy, lost in a complicated world

Austerity measures proposed by Keir Starmer, aimed at addressing fiscal challenges, may provoke backlash from MPs and public discontent.
Bicycling
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago

State Supreme Court Reinforces Rules that Cities Must Maintain Safe Roads - Streetsblog California

Cities must maintain safe streets and can't evade responsibility through third-party waivers.
London food
fromianVisits
2 months ago

Charing Cross station is getting a Changing Places accessible toilet

Charing Cross station is revamping a closed pub into a Changing Places toilet, enhancing accessibility for visitors.
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

A Scenic Tour of Red Tape: Tracking the Slowest High-Speed Train in the Country

The biggest delay on high-speed rail has been taking 2,270 properties under eminent domain and ultimately getting the environmental work cleared.
US news
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
2 months ago

Andrea Jenkins elected Reform UK Mayor for Greater Lincolnshire declares an end to 'soft touch Britain' - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

As I said in my speech, I thought it was important to address this because it's been soul destroying, this campaign. I've fought four general elections.
UK politics
NYC real estate
fromNewsday
3 months ago

Town of Oyster Bay launches downtown projects

The Town of Oyster Bay is launching a $13.6 million revitalization of Hicksville, closing two commuter lots and seizing four properties.
NYC politics
fromwww.austinmonitor.com
3 months ago

TipSheet: Austin City Council, 4.10.25

Today's Austin City Council meeting will address various technical code updates, particularly focusing on energy efficiency and urban infrastructure improvements.
fromBrownstoner
4 months ago

Long-Delayed Gowanus Canal Overflow Tank Progresses

The creativity and innovation to speed up this stage of work demonstrates DEP's commitment to the Gowanus community, ensuring safety and minimizing disruptions.
NYC politics
Brooklyn
fromNews 12 - Default
4 months ago

NTSB recommends 68 bridges to be evaluated for collapse risk, including Brooklyn Bridge

The NTSB recommends 68 bridges, including the critical Brooklyn Bridge, for evaluations regarding collapse risk.
San Francisco
fromMission Local
4 months ago

San Francisco's first 'permeable pavement' street tanked by speed bumps

San Francisco abandoned plans for its first fully permeable paved street due to neighborhood opposition and prioritization of speed bumps.
The city will search for other locations to implement permeable pavement.
Los Angeles
fromFast Company
4 months ago

L.A. County sues Southern California Edison over Eaton Fire

LA County is suing Edison for extensive fire-related damages affecting infrastructure, the environment, and public health.
Los Angeles
fromABC30 Fresno
4 months ago

LA County, Pasadena and Sierra Madre suing power company over Eaton Fire

Los Angeles County is suing Southern California Edison for damages linked to the Eaton Fire.
The Eaton Fire caused severe destruction and loss of life, significantly impacting the community.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

Exclusive | NYC-owned buildings have 500 scaffolding sheds - even as officials claim to be cracking down on problem: 'Kind of pathetic'

The city of New York struggles to manage its own scaffolding, raising doubts about its ability to handle private property.
fromianVisits
5 months ago

Tooting station gets step-free access with two new lifts

Tooting station now features step-free access with the addition of two new lifts, improving accessibility for passengers.
fromThe Oaklandside
5 months ago

9 mini parks in Oakland get a makeover

"This project not only revamps our community parks but also honors the legacy of Tomás Melero-Smith, a young man whose contribution to local youth was invaluable."
East Bay (California)
fromSFGATE
6 months ago

Deadly Highway 101 intersection is getting a much-needed upgrade

Caltrans plans to build an undercrossing to reduce collisions at a deadly Highway 101 intersection in northern San Luis Obispo County.
London
fromwww.standard.co.uk
8 months ago

Liverpool Street station: Network Rail abandons controversial 21-storey skyscraper plan for smaller scheme

Controversial skyscraper plans at Liverpool Street station have been replaced with a smaller, heritage-focused development led by Network Rail.
fromThe Mercury News
9 months ago

Pittsburg's 'Living Green' project revitalizes area with new walking trail

"This (Living Green Pittsburg project) makes the area look cheery and positive," said Larson at a ribbon-cutting ceremony held on Oct. 25 to unveil the new trail. "It feels safer walking here now."
Miscellaneous
New York City
fromMiami Herald
10 months ago

As budget strains grow, Miami-Dade mayor pulls back on future transit funding

Miami-Dade's 2025 budget proposes halting transit savings contributions, diverting funds to fill budget gaps despite public demand for expanded mass transit.
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