Groundbreaking launches construction on large-scale direct lithium extraction plant
California Construction News staff writer
California's inaugural large-scale direct lithium extraction plant is under construction near the Salton Sea, led by Australia-based Controlled Thermal Resources...
San Jose street pavement sees “dramatic improvement”
California Construction News staff writer
After five years of increased investment in roadwork, San José’s streets are in their best condition in decades, officials say....
Will fees be waived for storm-related repairs and reconstruction in San Diego? Council will...
California Construction News staff writer
The City of San Diego’s development services and environmental services departments will waive fees for building permits, demolition permits and...
Attorney General files lawsuit against construction company for violating labor, pay laws
California Construction News staff writer
California Attorney General Rob Bonta has announced a lawsuit against a Southern California-based construction subcontractor alleging ongoing wage and hour violations....
San Francisco breaks ground on new rec center
California Construction News staff writer
A groundbreaking was held last week at the Eugene L. Friend Recreation Center project is in San Francisco.
Construction of the...
San Diego approves PLA for city construction projects over $1 million
California Construction News staff writer
San Diego has approved a project labor agreement that will apply to all city construction projects over $1 million for...
14th Street safety project to transform Oakland’s downtown core
California Construction News staff writer
Construction has started on a $20.9 million traffic safety improvements on Oakland’s 14th Street.
The 14th Street Safety - Safe Routes...
State finds City of San Jose housing plan in compliance
California Construction News staff writer
The California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) has certified San Jose's 2023-2031 Housing Element, declaring it in substantial...
Court rules Anaheim violated state housing laws
California Construction News staff writer
The Orange County Superior Court has ruled that the City of Anaheim violated multiple state housing laws when it denied...
‘Point-in-Time’ count will influence LA’s housing path
California Construction News staff writer
Last week's “Point-in-Time” count is an important step to bring more people inside means advocating for additional housing vouchers, increased...
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California unveils ambitious $180 billion infrastructure overhaul plan
California Construction News staff writer
California’s infrastructure is getting a significant makeover with a $180 billion in state, local, and federal funds over the next...
World’s largest wildlife crossing on track to open in 2026
California Construction News staff writer
The Wallis Annenberg Wildlife Crossing being built outside Los Angeles will be completed by early 2026, providing a safe and...
$900 million Caltrans project will replace aging Stockton Channel bridges
California Construction News staff writer
A $900-million project to replace the pair of aging bridges that take Interstate 5 traffic across the Stockton Channel is...
