LIRR Repairman Says Queens Train Yard Job Turned Into Sewage Shower
A Long Island Rail Road repairman says a train’s black‑water tank discharged raw sewage onto his head at the Hillside Maintenance Facility; he has sued the railroad, alleging safety failures.
Bernal Heights Streets Torn Up To Keep SF General’s Water Flowing After ‘Big One’
Crews are finishing a 'bend‑not‑break' water line that will help keep Zuckerberg San Francisco General supplied after a major quake. The work uses flexible, chain‑style pipe to resist seismic damage.
Rail Sale Jackpot Targets Hazardous Warsaw Avenue
Crews have begun a $10.9M safety rebuild of Warsaw Avenue in East Price Hill using proceeds from the Cincinnati Southern Railway sale. The work will add speed cushions, curb extensions and lane changes.
L.A. Council Plots Power-Pole Streetlight Comeback
The City Council directed departments to study bringing back pole‑mounted "utilitarian" lights to speed repairs in darkened blocks. Officials say the move aims to untangle agency roles and blunt copper theft's impact.












