Data errors inflated projections in Texas and Florida of lead-lined drinking water pipes needing fix funding, according to new agency Inspector General report.

A new report identifies Hurricane Maria as instigating the failure, while possible impacts of the radio telescope's electromagnetic radiation on its zinc components remain hypothesized but unproven.

In a major boost for railroad infrastructure, the Federal Railroad Administration is awarding $2.4 billion in grants to 122 rail projects that aim to improve rail safety, resilience and efficiency.

Many of the grants will go toward electrification plans for port infrastructure and vehicles.

The Kensico-Eastview Connection Tunnel Project is intended to add resilience and flexibility to New York City's drinking water system. 

The funds will go toward efforts at 125 airports, with most of the projects located at or around terminals and related facilities.

Public transit advocates say federal officials improperly declared "no significant impact" from the Brent Spence Bridge Corridor Project.

Funds are earmarked for 42 projects in as many states and D.C., with an added $28 million set for award to 15 states to expand and train the U.S. green building workforce.

But in a surprise, court majority agrees to not block federal EPA GHG emissions rule from taking effect as it weighs opponents legal challenge to the mandate.

Officials selected 14 projects for $428 million in grants.