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Tesla begins robotaxi rollout in Austin, Texas
The service, initially for invited riders, offers limited hours and range. It's a potential sign of growth for robotaxis, industry observers say.
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US, global cities tout emissions reductions
Local U.S. officials say they’re driving emissions goals from the ground up since the Trump administration’s withdrawal from key international climate events and agreements.
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HUD green retrofit grant recipients in limbo after funding upheaval
While HUD’s Green and Resilient Retrofit Program gave out almost 270 awards, only 20 projects received funding before it was halted, according to an attorney.
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Honda launches quadricycle-based urban cargo delivery business
The automaker designed an electric quadricycle for the last-mile delivery service it plans to offer.
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Proposed HUD cuts threaten local progress on homelessness
Programs helping homeless veterans and other chronically unhoused residents could collapse without federal support, local leaders say.
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Municipalities tap AI for permitting
Los Angeles and Austin, Texas, are using the technology to cut wait times. Honolulu promises its use also will result in faster responses.
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Austin, Texas, tests autonomous transit bus
Automated buses operating within depots could save money for electric bus fleets and improve safety, engineering firm WSP says.
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New tool maps urban heat disparities block by block
American Forests’ shade map reveals a stark lack of shade in hundreds of U.S. cities, giving local leaders a powerful tool to prioritize cooling investments where they matter most.
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Targeted investment, tech can sustain critical infrastructure
To help communities bounce back after disaster, jurisdictions must identify gaps in lifeline systems and cost-effective ways to mend them, panelists at the Building Innovation 2025 conference said.
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5 ‘sanctuary cities’ sue DHS to restore counterterrorism funds
The cities allege the Department of Homeland Security is jeopardizing terror preparedness and radiological detection efforts after reimbursements have stalled for months.
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‘Car culture’ still dominates in the US, survey finds
Nine out of 10 U.S. residents own a vehicle, and most believe they’re essential to daily life, a U.S. Department of Transportation-funded survey finds.
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How the potential end of Energy Star could affect apartment operators
The widely used program's demise could lead to a massive disruption in building operations, according to experts.
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Colorado DOT releases draft active transportation plan
The plan aims to improve safety, increase mobility options and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The department is seeking comment through July 18.
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New AI tool helps cities respond to shrinking urban canopy
The open-source model helps cities monitor vegetation loss in real time and plan smarter greenery investments based on population density and vulnerability.
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OpinionNew building codes aim to provide vital flood protection
The updated standards mark a major shift in approach for design and construction in flood hazard areas, according to a floodplain manager.
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City leaders blast EPA’s rollback of power plant pollution standards
The Environmental Protection Agency says power plant emissions regulations imperil the grid. Local leaders and clean energy advocates say repealing them imperils residents.
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Chicago-area transit agencies face fiscal and federal threats
The Northern Illinois transportation authority that oversees bus, train and commuter rail services warned of a $770 million funding gap.
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Trump ends California vehicle emissions waivers
Clean vehicle advocates say air quality and public health will suffer; auto and petroleum industry lobbyists supported the move to end California’s authority under the Clean Air Act.
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Archer Aviation begins piloted air taxi test flights
“Everything responded exactly as we trained for,” Archer’s test pilot said. The company plans to begin carrying passengers as soon as 2026.
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Drone as First Responder program set for takeoff following Trump executive order
Under pressure from the White House, the FAA is streamlining approvals for law enforcement drone programs, enabling rapid deployment in cities nationwide.
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Tiny apartments a big deal in many US cities
In Seattle and Boston, over half of the new units underway measure less than 441 square feet.
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US mayors: Keep troops out of our cities
Declaring that “law enforcement is a local responsibility,” a bipartisan coalition of mayors calls for federal troops to leave Los Angeles.
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Seattle outlines 7 priorities for autonomous vehicle adoption
Robotaxi policies should factor in equity, workforce training, safety and environmental concerns, diverse city residents said.
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Walmart to expand drone delivery to 5 more cities
Customers in Atlanta, Houston and more will be able to tap into the technology by next year as part of the retailer's deepening collaboration with Wing.
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Why sanctuary cities say they won’t back down
Maintaining resident trust outweighs federal pressure to participate in immigration enforcement, some city officials say.
