Chuck Schumer pushes back against federal gas tax hike

The Senate Minority Leader said he would rather see infrastructure funded by taxes from the repatriation of corporate earnings.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 28, 2017

On track: 5 of the nation's most prominent rail projects

Construction Dive takes a look back at where some of the year's most prominent rail projects have been and where they're going.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 28, 2017

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Top 5 stories from Construction Dive

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

By Construction Dive staff

IA reports 10 deaths in work zone crashes so far this year

State transportation officials said speeding and distracted driving behaviors like texting have contributed to dangerous conditions in roadwork areas.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 28, 2017

Atlanta children's health system reveals $1.3B campus master plan

The new medical campus in Brookhaven, GA, will be the most expensive facility built in the state's history.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 27, 2017

Construction on $1.2B IA bridge on schedule

Crews are now underway with the second phase of the project, which includes construction of the I-74 bridge and reconstruction of a portion of the highway.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 27, 2017

5 workers injured on CA bullet train site, officials investigating

The incident is yet another in a string of challenges the San Francisco-Los Angeles high-speed rail line has faced since its inception.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 22, 2017

Atlanta passes infrastructure ordinance to support EV charging

The new regulations require builders to install electrical infrastructure in new buildings that can support electric vehicle charging. 

By Katie Pyzyk • Nov. 22, 2017

Alaskan company cuts deal with China for trans-Alaska gas line

Although line construction will be the U.S.' responsibility, China may fabricate some of the gas line's modules and ship them to Alaska.  

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 21, 2017

Verification and Validation: can you afford not to?

How well implemented V & V process can overcome numerous issues commonly experienced on railway projects and is a cornerstone of good project management. 

By Simon Hughes • Nov. 21, 2017

Boston taps new contractor for $2B Green Line light-rail extension

The winning bidder, GLX Constructors, said it would bring back part of a bike lane, elevators and a maintenance facility the MBTA eliminated to cut costs. 

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 20, 2017

Kiewit consortium's I-70 expansion in CO will cost $2.2B

Kiewit Meridiam Partners has agreed to pay for most potential cost overruns, while the state Transportation Department will pay for a portion of the project with tolls.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 20, 2017

Foxconn requests AV lane as part of $10B WI factory deal

State transportation officials say they have submitted an application to the federal government to assess the resources needed to procure an AV lane.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 17, 2017

Trump's $1 trillion infrastructure plan set for January rollout

The plan would see at least $200 billion in federal spending for road and bridge work, with a goal of spurring hundreds of billions more in outside investment.

By Kim Slowey , Mary Tyler March • Nov. 17, 2017

Hyperloop firm partners with CO to create high-speed tube system in Denver

Unlike other commuter hyperloop proposals, Arrivo's system would transport travelers — and their cars — up to 200 mph.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 16, 2017

Massachusetts Turnpike viaduct replacement will cost $1B

Though transportation officials said the roadway does not pose a safety risk, heavy trucks could be barred from using the viaduct if it is not replaced soon.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 16, 2017

Simon Hughes: A key driving force behind California's High-Speed Rail

How one opinion could change the course of California's High speed rail project.

Nov. 15, 2017

FL subcontractor files suit against Balfour Beatty, others on Brightline rail project

According to the suit, the project has faced delays since its general contractor shuttered and Balfour Beatty was brought in to manage construction.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 14, 2017

SoCal's Foothill Gold Line readies for $1.5B extension

The 12.3-mile, six-station expansion will be completed by a design-build team that is expected to be chosen following a year-long selection process.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 13, 2017

DC's AECOM-designed Frederick Douglass Bridge deemed 'too industrial'

The U.S. Commission of Fine Arts' input is not binding on the bridge team, but its call to revisit the bridge's design could delay construction.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 13, 2017

WV scores $84B of proposed $250B US-China investment deal

The 20-year investment in the state's shale gas and chemical manufacturing industries would reduce China's reliance on any one country for its energy supply.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 13, 2017

How AECOM is positioning itself to lead the next generation of infrastructure

Dan McQuade, president of AECOM's construction services unit, discusses the company's success and how it plans to maintain its positive momentum.

By Laurie Cowin • Nov. 13, 2017

House committee opts out of reinstating critical infrastructure financing tool

The Senate GOP tax reform bill upholds the House bill's provision that eliminates tax-free stadium bond financing.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 10, 2017

Election Day results swing in favor of construction industry

From bond issues to a contentious airport terminal project, voters across the country largely voted "yes" on major construction initiatives.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 9, 2017

The future of wind farms

The force behind the proliferation of wind farms could lose momentum, depending on how the next tax reform bill addresses energy tax credits.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 9, 2017

Voters approve $1B KCI airport renovation

The city must still complete and sign off on negotiations with Edgemoor Infrastructure & Real Estate before construction can move forward on the project.

By Mary Tyler March , Katie Pyzyk • Nov. 8, 2017