IATA, European Airports Warn Schengen Border System Could Bring Four-Hour Summer Waits
Airline and airport groups say current waits of up to two hours could worsen during the 2026 summer travel season as the EU expands its Entry/Exit System.
Infrastructure, Housing & Transportation
Roads, transit, utilities, broadband, housing, construction, zoning, public works, ports, rail, and capital projects.
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DOE Opens 60-Day Comment Period on Draft National Transmission Study
The Energy Department’s draft 2026 study examines how the U.S. grid can accommodate AI data centers, manufacturing, new generation and electrification.
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FTC Proposes $2.25 Million RentGrow Settlement Over Tenant-Screening Reports
The FTC says RentGrow’s tenant-screening reports included duplicate criminal and eviction records and that the company mishandled consumer disputes. The proposed settlement remains subject to federal court approval.
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Monroe seeks bids to expand Jacks Creek wastewater plant to 6.8 million gallons per day
The City of Monroe is requesting sealed bids for an expansion of the Jacks Creek Water Pollution Control Plant, with bidder-status notices expected by Aug. 21, 2026.
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Knightstown-area data center advances after Henry County zoning vote
Henry County commissioners voted 2-1 on Jan. 28 to approve planned-unit-development zoning for a proposed data center near I-70 and State Road 109 outside Knightstown.
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New NC 50 roundabout and I-95 bridge overhaul open in Benson
A new roundabout and bridge overhaul at the NC 50 and Interstate 95 connection in Benson opened July 15, changing traffic movement and local interstate access.
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Lincoln City continues Nelscott water and sewer replacement amid summer street closures
Lincoln City’s Nelscott infrastructure project continues through summer 2026, replacing about 1,900 feet of aging water and sewer lines while two street segments face access restrictions.
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Grain Valley moves toward $4.6 million water-tower upgrade and new water mains
Grain Valley’s capital plan allocates $4.2 million in 2026 for a $4.6 million Water Tower Upgrade, with underground mains and valve work expected to begin in July.
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Dilley approves $560,000 bid for grant-funded water improvements after rebid
Dilley City Council approved A&A Pipeline Services’ $560,000 bid for water-system improvements and emergency backup power after an earlier proposal exceeded the project’s grant budget by more than two times.
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Mt Sterling accepts bid and secures $98,000 for Spring Street resurfacing
The Mount Sterling City Council accepted Walker Construction’s bid for the 2026 Street Resurfacing Project and approved $98,000 in state transportation funding for Spring Street.
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Lewes water and sewer extension remains under construction on Hoornkill Avenue
The Lewes Board of Public Works is continuing its Hoornkill Avenue water and sewer extension from Pilottown Road, with monthly progress meetings scheduled through completion.
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Prior Lake council advances 262-home Vierling property proposal
The Prior Lake City Council moved forward with a proposal for 262 low- and medium-density homes on about 88 acres near County Highways 21 and 42.
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White Salmon water-main construction continues through summer 2026
White Salmon is replacing aging water-transmission lines with a new 20-inch main, new service connections and street restoration in several city corridors.
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Brunswick County schedules hearing on 173-home planned development near Leland
Brunswick County will hold an Aug. 10 public hearing on a proposed 173-unit single-family development off Old Town Creek Road near Leland.
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Mathiston water project advances with proposed wells, storage tank and pipe replacements
Mathiston has opened an engineering-services procurement for a proposed HUD water-infrastructure project involving new wells, storage, pipe replacements and automated meters.
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DeBary’s Main Street project moves toward construction as US 17-92 road work nears
Infrastructure for DeBary Main Street is in place as developers prepare for homes and businesses near SunRail. A separate US 17-92 project is set for September.
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MassDOT advances $9.7 million I-195 bridge-deck replacement in Rehoboth for autumn construction
MassDOT plans to replace both I-195 bridge decks over the Palmer River in Rehoboth beginning in autumn 2026, with two traffic lanes maintained during staged construction.
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Victorville Advances Plan for New Police Station and Civic Park
Victorville’s proposed police station and civic park at Seneca Road and Civic Drive cleared environmental review, but still need local approvals.
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Former Syracuse Developmental Center Site Advances Toward Housing
Demolition is complete at the former Syracuse Developmental Center, moving a $130 million plan for more than 260 affordable apartments toward construction.
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Visalia Parkway widening enters final construction phase
Median improvements and final paving are underway on Visalia Parkway, where sidewalks and a Class II bike lane remain part of a September 2026 target.
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Columbia commission approves early plans for nearly 120 townhomes
The Columbia Planning Commission approved early plans for Cedar Cove, a proposed development that could add nearly 120 townhomes to the city’s housing pipeline.
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Arizona Supreme Court Clears Way for Downtown Marana Project
The Arizona Supreme Court denied a petition for review tied to Downtown Marana, ending the legal challenge and allowing the town project to move forward.