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Sweeping Tariffs Put Future Projects at Risk

17 hours 28 minutes ago
From Construction Dive: Owners and developers of commercial construction projects may hesitate to move forward with new work after President Donald Trump levied fresh tariffs on more than 180 countries, according to industry sources. On Wednesday, Trump announced a 10% baseline tariff for all U.S. trading partners with additional reciprocal tariffs for select nations, such […]
Tom Finan

I-255 Shoulder Closures at Illinois 3 in St. Clair County  

17 hours 30 minutes ago
DUPO – The Illinois Department of Transportation today announced that intermittent shoulder closures on Interstate 255 from Illinois 3 in Dupo to half a mile north of Illinois 157 in St. Clair County will begin, weather permitting, Monday, April 7, through Wednesday, April 9. The shoulder closures are necessary for the evaluation of pavement conditions. Drivers are urged to reduce speed, be alert for changing conditions, obey all signage and refrain from using mobile devices while approaching and traveling through the work zone. For IDOT District 8 updates, follow us on the social media platform X at @IDOTDistrict8 or view area construction details on IDOT’s traveler information map on GettingAroundIllinois.com.

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Blackline Plans Apartment Conversion of Farm and Home Building

17 hours 32 minutes ago
From St. Louis Business Journal:  A St. Louis construction and development firm plans to acquire a downtown St. Louis office building and add 60 apartments with a $16 million conversion project. A business entity owned by the partners of Blackline Design + Construction is under contract to purchase downtown’s Farm and Home Savings and Loan […]
Tom Finan

Tariffs, Schmariffs

17 hours 35 minutes ago
Today on TAP: Trump rewards the real offshorers with trillions in tax cuts.
Harold Meyerson

States ordered by U.S. Education Department to certify school DEI ban or lose funds

17 hours 44 minutes ago
This story was updated at 6:44 p.m. EDT. WASHINGTON — The U.S. Department of Education demanded in a letter to state education leaders on Thursday that they certify all K-12 schools in their states are complying with an earlier Dear Colleague letter banning diversity, equity and inclusion practices if they want to keep receiving federal financial […]
Shauneen Miranda

VIDEO: Transit Centers Spark Mixed-Use Projects

17 hours 45 minutes ago
by Kimberly Cella, Executive Director, Citizens for Modern Transit Several mixed-use developments are coming to life near Transit Centers located along the MetroLink Red Line. These developments – coupled with existing access to jobs, education, healthcare and a wide range of amenities and green spaces in close proximity to public transit in North St. Louis […]
Tom Finan

Taste of Maplewood Street Festival

18 hours 14 minutes ago
The festival is a culmination of Maplewood and Richmond Heights’ most renowned restaurants, beloved boutiques, and unique specialty stores. In its 17th year the event’s vibe is distinct and unmistakable, radiating the culture and character of the businesses in the area. In addition to the food and libations, visitors will enjoy live entertainment on two […]
Mid County Chamber of Commerce