Recent Articles from The Associated Press
Generative artificial intelligence may have potential in California
Companies are developing tools that could help the state improve road safety, delivery of public services, and more.
Woman found living inside Michigan store’s rooftop sign
Contractors curious about an extension cord laying on the roof of a Michigan grocery store made a startling discovery: A 34-year-old woman was living inside the business鈥 sign, with enough space for a computer, printer and coffee maker, police said.
Bridge reconstruction expected to cost at least $1.7 billion
While salvage of the Francis Scott Key Bridge takes place in Maryland, officials are planning to restore the vital transportation link.
Growing wildfire risks challenging property insurers
Increasing development amid climate change has increased risks of wildfires and other natural disasters damaging communities. Insurance providers, state regulators and researchers are grappling with how to keep the insurance companies in business while keeping residents and their properties insured.
Feds backing $12 billion investment in transportation
Officials gathered on Monday to hail the start of construction of a high-speed rail line that will connect Los Angeles and Las Vegas.
Supreme Court weighs bans on sleeping outdoors
The Supreme Court wrestled with major questions about the growing issue of homelessness on Monday as it considered whether cities can punish people for sleeping outside when shelter space is lacking.
Report: Wind development trending in right direction
2023 was a record year for infrastructure installations, but more growth is needed to meet goals.
West Coast startup touting greener building material
A new technology is being used to produce cement with lower carbon emissions at a plant in California.
When voters reject taxes for new stadiums, teams find other solutions
Though teams and cities have faced setbacks, that hasn鈥檛 slowed聽a wave of stadium construction across the U.S.
Baltimore bridge project’s safety plan scrutinized
Construction workers had little warning before the structure collapsed, raising concerns over safety and communication.
Lack of maintenance mounts for vital infrastructure
The loss of a key piece in Baltimore shows the importance of bridges 鈥 and thousands across the country are in poor shape.
New laws may lead to more micro-apartment projects
The door has opened for the tiny residences in the Pacific Northwest, where there is a tremendous need for affordable housing.
News
- Mass-timber firm acquires Oregon glulam manufacturer
- Financing plan for $120 million ballpark advances
- $8.4 million in top bidders | May 17, 2024
- Building Blocks: Mike’s Drive-In (Milwaukie)
- Flaws found in Portland’s inclusionary housing program
- Portland business acquired by international firm
- More work ahead for Veterans Memorial Coliseum
- Pacific Northwest business changes its name
- Construction of suburban park completed
- Construction costs rise for Oregon highway projects
- Modern safety helmets replace traditional hard hats on construction sites
- $6.6 million tech facility in Portland building permits | May 13, 2024
Commentary
- Buy American Act requirements becoming more stringent | Opinion
- New federal rule banning noncompetes may impact construction industry | Opinion
- A letter to the editor from Edward Sullivan and Carrie Richter | Opinion
- April bears chase off March bulls; interest rate cuts still paused | Opinion
- To help address labor difficulties, cultivate better bosses | Opinion
- Impact of Supreme Court decision in takings clause case is hazy | Opinion
- Active transportation is integral to bridge replacement project | Opinion
- Coed softball, compliance and consequences: NLRB’s directive unveiled | Opinion
- Oregon housing law deserves applause rather than contempt | Opinion
- Oregon Family Leave Act is changing: Prepare now for updates | Opinion
- Let go of getting it right: the cost of oversize expectations | Opinion
- Drafting real estate documents with project permitting in mind | Opinion