DOT’s June Air-Travel Data Shows Uneven Summer Reliability
DOT data show 73.1% of reported domestic operations arrived on time in June, while cancellations, baggage problems and carrier results varied widely.
transportation
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Federal officials release $26 million for Indiana roads and bridges
The FHWA released $26 million for Indiana road and bridge repairs after August flooding and severe weather damaged key transportation links.
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Colorado road-funding ballot measure expected to leave November ballot after tentative deal
Backers of Initiative 175 say they will withdraw the Colorado road-funding measure by August 31, but no replacement funding plan has been finalized.
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Nearly $615 million awarded for 238 airport infrastructure grants
Federal airport grants will fund runway, terminal, tower, boarding-bridge and noise-mitigation projects across 42 states and two territories.
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Texas transportation commission approves $138 billion, 10-year plan
The Texas Transportation Commission approved a 2027-2036 transportation roadmap with approximately $95 billion in projected project funding, plus $43 billion for development and routine maintenance.
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FAA leaves air traffic controller pay increase unresolved
The FAA has not implemented the additional 2.8% controller increase funded by Congress as the agency and union debate scheduling, staffing and overtime.
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New Hampshire’s 10-year transportation plan is law after lawmakers override Ayotte’s veto
New Hampshire’s transportation plan became law after lawmakers overrode Gov. Kelly Ayotte’s veto, setting toll changes for January 2027, a free-transponder period and funding for major highway projects statewide.
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Missouri’s new 75 mph law takes effect Friday, but drivers will not see immediate changes
Missouri’s new speed-limit law takes effect August 28, but drivers must still follow posted signs while MoDOT reviews eligible rural highways.
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Kansas City’s KCI area plan sets long-range direction for airport-area growth
Kansas City adopted an updated KCI Area Plan on July 23, 2026, giving future decisions around the airport a framework for land use, mobility, housing, industry and environmental protection—but not approving specific projects.
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Orlando’s parking system is going cashless, with more rate changes planned for fall
Orlando began removing parking meters July 1 and plans to complete its cashless transition by Oct. 1. Drivers should expect digital payments now and additional rate and enforcement changes during the fourth quarter.
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Amtrak Accessibility Work Expands, but Station Gaps Remain
Amtrak has added accessibility services and planned new train features, but station access remains uneven and seven priority locations lacked barrier-free boarding.
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Miami-Dade’s New Bus Network Changes Are Now Affecting Miami-Area Riders
Miami-Dade’s July 20 Metrobus changes altered western routes, reduced Route 37 frequency, ended Route 132 and split Route 56 into Routes 56 and 57. Additional cuts remain proposals.
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Houston drivers face continuing downtown and I-10 construction restrictions
Westbound I-10 lane reductions and downtown closures continue through Aug. 17, followed by a longer Hamilton Street closure scheduled through Oct. 9.
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NYC TLC proposes driver-fee and medallion-relief changes after Aug. 13 hearing
A proposed New York City Taxi and Limousine Commission rule would eliminate selected driver fees and penalties, change missed-inspection penalties and allow limited MRP+ medallion transfers. Current rules remain in effect.
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Federal regulators let Zoox charge for rides in robotaxis
A limited NHTSA exemption lets Amazon-owned Zoox charge for rides in purpose-built robotaxis without steering wheels or pedals, starting in Las Vegas.
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Federal commission gives preliminary approval to proposed 250-foot Washington arch
The July 9 vote advances plans for a proposed arch at Memorial Circle, but final approval, height-law questions, transportation details, funding and construction timing remain unresolved.
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GAO: 796 federal awards worth $17.8 billion were canceled
A GAO review found 796 awards worth $17.8 billion canceled and 2,528 awards worth $33.6 billion pending across four agencies, with EPA and DOT driving most cancellations.
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FMCSA gives truck carriers days to replace revoked ELD
Carriers using TRUCKSTAFF ELD must switch to paper logs or compliant software and install a registered replacement by August 23.
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San José’s Speed Camera Pilot Has $10.4 Million in Proposed Capital Funding
San José is proposing $10.4 million for a speed-camera pilot, but separate city documents show different planning and cost schedules. Contract talks were still underway, with installations planned by September 2026.
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Louisville road projects bring lane shifts and possible closures as summer work continues
KY 2054 Algonquin Parkway has daily and nightly lane restrictions, while a conditional three-lane Kennedy Bridge closure could run Aug. 14-17.
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1100 East closure continues through Aug. 31 during Salt Lake City S-Line extension work
UTA has fully closed 1100 East between Sugarmont Drive and Simpson Avenue in Salt Lake City’s Sugar House district through Aug. 31, with detours and changing access conditions.
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Richmond plans safety upgrades at 700 intersections, starting this fall
Richmond plans quick-build safety improvements at roughly 350 intersections this fall, with another 350 locations planned for fall 2027.