Judge temporarily blocks border wall construction in Texas’ Big Bend regionA federal court in Texas has temporarily blocked the Trump administration from building a border wall in the Big Bend region. This decision is a win for landowners, businesses and environmentalists who oppose the $46 billion project. The plan includes 30-foot steel walls, vehicle barriers, roads, and surveillance technology. Judge Kathleen Cardone ruled…The Atlanta Journal-Constitution6d agoWhole story →SecurityEconomyborder wall construction blocked
Senate reaches bipartisan deal on permitting bill to speed approvals of new energy projectsSenators from both parties are saying they have reached a bipartisan deal on legislation aimed at speeding up permitting reviews for new energy and infrastructure projects that now face yearslong delays as lawmakers seek to meet growing demand for electricity and other forms of energy. Republican Sen. Shelley Moore Capito of West Virginia, chair of the…The Atlanta Journal-Constitution8d agoWhole story →TechnologyEconomyShelley Moore Capitopermitting bill deal
A.M. ATL: Ocean or lake?Morning, y’all! Your Sept. 21 update: Tybee Island’s surprise federal funding, the return of Atlanta’s musty tap water, MARTA world records and more.The Atlanta Journal-Constitution17d agoWhole story →BuildPlanettybee island beach funding
Wildfire approaches Reno, Nevada, forcing thousands to evacuate their neighborhoodsA fast-growing wildfire spread from the Sierra foothills toward the center of Reno, Nevada. The Hawk Fire grew to more than 10,500 acres early Sunday. Nearly 14,000 homes were ordered evacuated, and the “GO NOW” zone reached the edge of the University of Nevada campus. Washoe County, Nevada emergency officials opened the Reno-Sparks Convention Center to…The Atlanta Journal-Constitution2mo agoWhole story →JusticePlanetJoe Lombardohawk fire evacuation
Indiana authorities say at least 5 people have died in flooding across the stateIndiana authorities say at least five people have died in flooding across the state this week, as first responders worked to rescue more people Saturday from rising waters in neighborhoods along the White River in Indianapolis. The state has been hammered over the past week by heavy rains, resulting in rivers and creeks surging. Gov. Mike Braun confirmed…The Atlanta Journal-Constitution2mo agoWhole story →JusticePlanetMike Braunindiana flooding
National Guard is deployed as flash floods in West Virginia inundate homes and businessesTorrential rains in West Virginia have caused flash flooding that inundated homes and businesses. Authorities say the floods washed out bridges and led to numerous water rescues in portions of the state. West Virginia Gov. Patrick Morrisey declared a state of emergency for all 55 counties Tuesday night. Forecasters said up to 7 inches of rain fell in…The Atlanta Journal-Constitution3mo agoWhole story →JusticePlanetPatrick Morriseywest virginia flash floods
