Transportation

Drivers could have access to the rebuilt Sagamore Bridge sooner than they thought. Officials gave an update on the replacement of the two Cape Cod bridges.

The plan is called 'Compass Rail', and residents will see the earliest project materialize around 2030, with the so-called Inland Route — or what officials are calling the first phase of West -East Rail — connecting Springfield to Worcester and Boston.

Despite hours-long lines at some of the nation's busiest hubs, Boston's international airport has experienced little-to-no visible effects of the partial government shutdown.

The new concourse is bathed in natural light and warm wood, and its four new gates will support larger planes and more passengers.

Average diesel prices in Maine are up more than 30% compared to a month ago to just over $5.70 per gallon, according to AAA's fuel price tracker.

The airport is also accepting donations of shelf-stable food and household goods for TSA employees.

The price of fuel oil in the state has jumped $2 since the U.S. and Israel launched a war with Iran. High fuel prices are bad for fuel customers, and for the companies that sell fuel.

The state terminated its annual inspections without first obtaining approval from the EPA, triggering a lawsuit and potential fines. Now, the feds say they will move quickly to rule.

Boston has so far managed to avoid long lines during the partial government shutdown. But that's likely to change as more security agents walk off the job.

Researchers are working to inspire the next generation of recruits — and hope to eventually play a role in training them, too.