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    IHG’s Avid opens first NYC hotel amid Americas expansion

    The midscale brand will enter new markets this year as its pipeline grows.

    By Noelle Mateer • Sept. 22, 2023
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    Disney to invest $60B in parks, cruises over 10 years

    The entertainment conglomerate said it has 1,000 acres ready for possible development at existing sites throughout the country.

    By • Sept. 22, 2023
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    Trendline

    Top 5 stories from Construction Dive

    Construction Dive editors curate some of the industry’s top stories from this year.

    By Construction Dive staff
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    Q&A

    Construction M&A deals slow after record run

    A rebound in mergers and acquisitions should come later this year as economic confidence and financing conditions improve, says a banking executive.

    By • Sept. 21, 2023
  • A rendering of Chicago's Red Line Expansion at 103rd street. The computer generated, polygon-based render features a busy street, with an overpass for trains above. A train is zooming by.
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    Feds earmark $2B for Chicago’s Red Line extension

    The city's transit authority got a commitment from Washington for the 5.6-mile extension and has shortlisted three contractors for the job.

    By • Sept. 21, 2023
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    Sports Illustrated Resorts to open in college towns

    The first of the new sports-centric resorts will open in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, in 2025.

    By Noelle Mateer • Sept. 21, 2023
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    Hyatt expands luxury lifestyle pipeline by 30 hotels

    The company plans to open properties in the segment across the Americas through 2025, growing burgeoning brands like Thompson Hotels.

    By Jenna Graber • Sept. 20, 2023
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    NIBS panelists hash out AI adoption

    Precision, performance and materials are three categories where the tech is helping AEC pros, according to a recent conference session.

    By • Sept. 20, 2023
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    3 manufacturing megaprojects delayed by labor, permitting issues

    Teams have hit pause on Scout Motors’ $2 billion EV plant in South Carolina and American Battery Factory’s $1.2 billion facility in Arizona.

    By • Sept. 20, 2023
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    First Spark by Hilton hotel opens in Connecticut

    The conversion-forward brand marks Hilton’s entry into the premium economy category.

    By Noelle Mateer • Sept. 20, 2023
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    Tampa Bay Rays debut $1.3B stadium deal

    The MLB venue in St. Petersburg, Florida, would sit on the same site as the team’s existing Tropicana Field and benefit from $600 million in public money.

    By • Sept. 19, 2023
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    C.W. Driver caps $70M UC Santa Barbara pavilion

    The LEED-Gold structure is powered by clean energy and includes 1,700 new bicycle parking spots.

    By • Sept. 19, 2023
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    Returns for apartments continue to fall

    A real estate industry report ranks the areas of the country with the most and least returns for multifamily investors.

    By Leslie Shaver • Sept. 19, 2023
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    Raffles opens first US hotel in Boston

    The Singapore-originated hospitality brand’s latest luxury hotel is in Boston’s Back Bay.

    By Noelle Mateer • Sept. 19, 2023
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    Fontainebleau Las Vegas to open after 16 years of development

    The hotel and casino, which features a host of luxe amenities, is accepting reservations for December 2023.

    By Noelle Mateer • Sept. 19, 2023
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    Major construction in Vegas ahead of Formula 1 race

    The city will see $8 billion worth of projects this year, including some for the Grand Prix in November.

    By Jennifer Goodman • Sept. 19, 2023
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    Q&A

    Atlanta construction exec deals with supply chain snarls

    DPR Construction’s Kali Bonnell sees positive indicators for the industry, including a strong pipeline of projects.

    By Julie Strupp • Sept. 19, 2023
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    Sheetz aims for 1,000 stores

    The convenience retailer held a grand opening for its 700th store Tuesday, and has plans to expand in Ohio and enter Michigan.

    By Jessica Loder • Sept. 18, 2023
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    Bill would mandate E-Verify nationwide, raise minimum wage

    The Republican-sponsored legislation would use a phased compliance schedule for small businesses.

    By Jennifer Goodman • Sept. 18, 2023
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    Turner, Pike break ground on $650M NY hospital

    The Strong Memorial Hospital renovations represent the University of Rochester’s largest capital project to date.

    By • Sept. 15, 2023
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    Economic Reports

    Construction prices jump for first time in 6 months

    A surge in fuel costs pushed the building materials index higher, dashing hopes of cooling inflation.

    By • Sept. 15, 2023
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    Suffolk wraps $250M Gillette Stadium renovations

    The home of the NFL’s New England Patriots received a new, 22-story lighthouse with a 360-degree observation deck.

    By • Sept. 15, 2023
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    Why preconstruction has stolen the project spotlight

    Construction Dive rounds up its series on the challenges and opportunities of a strong preconstruction approach. 

    By Chris Wood • Sept. 14, 2023
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    Sprouts plans to open 40 stores

    The new store count, which executives detailed Tuesday at Goldman Sachs’ Global Retailing Conference, is a marked increase from the 30 stores the grocer is on track to add in 2023.

    By Peyton Bigora • Sept. 14, 2023
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    Opinion

    Are your subs covered?

    A COI does not promise actual insurance coverage, so contractors must be thorough in confirming that they are protected. Here are five things to look for.

    By Melanie C. Kalmanson • Sept. 14, 2023
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    Courtesy of Gov. JB Pritzker’s Facebook page.

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    Gotion to establish $2B Illinois battery plant

    The China-based manufacturer plans to create 2,600 jobs at the site, set to open next year.

    By Sara Samora • Sept. 13, 2023