Infrastructure Trending News

2026-05-28 10:10:06

Trump gas tax holiday plan faces steep roadblocks

President Trump proposes a federal gas tax holiday to ease high prices, but the tax hasn’t been raised since 1993 and fails to fund roads due to inflation, efficiency gains, and EVs. A long-term solution remains elusive. read more

2026-05-28 09:40:03

Trump gas tax plan may worsen pothole crisis

Trump proposes suspending federal gas tax to lower pump prices, but it may backfire by reducing road funding, leading to more potholes and costly repairs for drivers. read more

2026-04-06 15:10:09

Cities Declare War on Winters Pothole Onslaught

A brutal U.S. winter has left cities battling tens of thousands of potholes. Mayors are launching repair blitzes as road damage spikes, straining budgets and causing safety hazards. The season's severe freeze-thaw cycles and heavy salt use worsened the crisis. read more

2026-03-25 15:20:05

Salt Mine Digs Deep to Battle Brutal Winter

A massive salt mine 1,800 feet beneath Lake Erie is working overtime to meet high demand after a severe winter depleted municipal reserves. The Cargill operation supplies millions of tons of road salt across the Northeast and Great Lakes regions. read more

2026-02-07 06:10:13

Schumer Rejects Trumps Renaming Claim

Senator Chuck Schumer denies President Trump's claim that Schumer suggested renaming Penn Station after Trump in exchange for federal infrastructure funds. A judge ordered the administration to release the frozen money for the Gateway Tunnel project. read more

2025-02-04 19:50:04

"Transportation Dept. Prioritizes Construction in High Birthrate Areas"

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy is prioritizing construction projects in US communities with high birth and marriage rates, as per a recent memo. This move, impacting federally-supported programs, reflects Duffy's focus on communities with increased family growth. read more