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Exploring the challenges of a Europe-Africa bridge connection

The dream of a bridge linking Europe and Africa is fascinating, yet the reality is packed with challenges. The Strait of Gibraltar, only 8 miles apart, hides deep waters reaching 3,000 feet, making ...
Houston Chronicle

One of the scariest bridges in Texas has reopened in Port Arthur after renovations

Port Arthur's historic Rainbow Bridge — often described as one of the scariest bridges in Texas for its height and steep incline — has reopened after a being closed down for maintenance in 2025, ...
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Flour Bluff neighbors and city council collaborate on Trestle Bridge project to connect the Southside

Neighbors in Flour Bluff and the city council are collaborating on the Trestle Bridge project, which will connect Flour Bluff to the Southside with new biking and hiking paths. The deadline for public ...
salisburypost

Bridge Brigade: Quite the connection

I mentioned last time that Salisbury has a connection to a GOAT (Greatest of All Time) bridge player, and that was Lynn Deas. Salisbury saw the beginnings of her exceptional bridge career when she was ...
KGW8

Broadway Bridge to reopen this Sunday after 6-month closure

PORTLAND, Ore. — Six months after it closed, Portland's Broadway Bridge will be reopening on schedule, Multnomah County announced Wednesday morning. The bridge closed back on Oct. 13, 2025 so crews ...
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Sound Transit opens Cross Lake Connection, first light rail over I-90 bridge

BELLEVUE, Wash. — Sound Transit has opened its long-awaited Cross Lake Connection Saturday, linking the Eastside with Seattle by light rail for the first time. The project marks a historic milestone ...
Detroit Free Press

Bikers, walkers are getting a toll-free bridge crossing to Canada

The announcement rachets up the pressure to open the Gordie Howe International Bridge. Walkers and bikers will enter at a different place than the cars. The Gordie Howe International Bridge — which ...
The New York Times

Commuters, Rejoice! The New Portal Bridge Is Ready for Riders.

The old Portal Bridge disrupted rail commutes in New Jersey for decades, frequently getting stuck when it swung to let boat traffic pass. Now a new bridge is open to the public. By Michael Harmon For ...
KSHB Kansas City

New plan uses KC Streetcar, pedestrian bridge to connect Kansas City, riverfront

KSHB 41 anchor/reporter Daniela Leon covers transportation-related issues in Kansas City. Share your story idea with Daniela. Kansas City’s Riverfront neighborhood is set for major changes in the ...
TribLIVE.com

McKeesport-Duquesne Bridge to close for several weeks for construction

Beginning Saturday, the McKeesport-Duquesne Bridge will close to traffic for several weeks. PennDOT says the bridge will close to all vehicular traffic starting Saturday around 10 a.m. through the ...
MassLive

Foul play suspected in connection with human remains found under bridge in Mass. town

Officials suspect foul play in connection with human remains that were discovered under a bridge in a Massachusetts town. On Wednesday afternoon, a group of young people walking in Shirley reported ...