infrastructure
Biden Broadband Plan Weakened by Lobbying and ‘Bipartisan Compromise’
Experts say there’s some very good things in the broadband infrastructure proposal, but it won’t truly fix what ails the broken sector.
Federal Watchdog to Study Freight Rail Safety Following Motherboard Investigation
Meanwhile, freight trains continue to derail across the country.
Climate Change Could Destroy America's Roads
Many roads aren't built to withstand extreme heat, an increasingly common occurrence in many parts of the country.
The Heat Wave Is Literally Melting Portland’s Infrastructure
Train service has shut down and roads are buckling under a heat wave that climate experts say will only get more frequent.
GOP Senator Says Moms Need Roads and Bridges More Than Childcare
Sen. Bill Cassidy says women don’t need childcare, they just need roads and bridges.
'Bipartisan Compromise' on Infrastructure Dooms Planet Earth
The Senate and Biden administration want to pass a bipartisan infrastructure bill. But bipartisanship is not, and never has been, a worthy goal.
Building an Electric Vehicle Fast Charger Is a Lot Harder Than It Seems
Electricity is everywhere, but getting the necessary permits, utility hookups, and other red tape is slowing down our EV infrastructure.
Tearing Down Highways Won’t Fix American Cities
Tearing down urban highways has entered the mainstream, leaving longtime advocates to start focusing on what comes next.
The Pipeline Hack Is Causing Mass Gasoline Panic Buying
"People need to 'Netflix and chill' for the next couple of days."
Ransomware Finally Came for the One Thing Americans Care About: Gas Prices
Locking down IT systems for hospitals, universities, non-profits, and local governments barely register. But raise gas prices a few cents? Now you've done it.
Pipeline Hackers Say They’re ‘Apolitical,’ Will Choose Targets More Carefully Next Time
“Our goal is to make money, and not creating problems for society,” the statement continues.
Watch This Terrifying Video of a Bridge Flapping in Violent Winds
A heavy rainstorm made a bridge dance in the mountains of southwestern China.