Judge Alison Conlon ordered Jan. 28 that Cook County’s use of $243 million in transportation tax revenues during the 2023 fiscal year violated the state constitution's Safe Roads Amendment.
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Actor Edward Norton Promotes Ship Emission-Cutting Tech
Actor and Stax Engineering founding partner Edward Norton promoted his company’s technology that captures ship emissions, saying the company has worked with CARB and the shipping industry.
January 28, 2026FDIC Approves GM, Ford Industrial Banks for Vehicle Accounts
Industrial banks allow the companies to accept deposits insured by FDIC into savings accounts, which then can generate earnings and greater savings opportunities for consumers.
January 23, 2026STB Rejects Union Pacific Bid to Buy Norfolk Southern for Now
In a document posted to the STB’s website Jan. 16, the agency said Union Pacific’s application to acquire Norfolk Southern was rejected, but it could be revised and refiled.
January 22, 2026Texas Cancels 6,400 CDLs for Immigrant Drivers
The Department of Transportation has threatened to withhold federal highway funds from any state that didn't work to scrub licenses with discrepancies.
January 16, 2026Jeep, Chrysler Halt Plug-In Hybrid Models for 2026
Instead of plug-in hybrids, Stellantis is turning its focus to mild hybrids that don't require a plug. Its first such offering in North America is the Jeep Cherokee, which is reaching dealers now.
January 12, 2026Auto Policies Remain on Trump's To-Do List in 2026
But there are still several policy areas either with loose ends from 2025 or with unchecked boxes on the administration's to-do list. The pending issues span trade, safety, technology and more.
January 7, 2026Senate Panel Postpones Hearing With Detroit Carmaker CEOs
The delay from Jan. 14 comes after Ford made objections to the hearing's subject matter, invite list and scheduling. It was set to take place on the industry and press day of the Detroit Auto Show.
January 7, 2026Port of Oakland Reports 4.1% Decline Year Over Year
Port officials see the latest numbers as a sign of a stabilizing market and resilient demand for California’s agricultural goods in light of President Trump's tariffs.
January 5, 20264 Railroads Object to Union Pacific-Norfolk Southern Merger
CSX, BNSF Railway, Canadian Pacific Kansas City Southern and Grand Trunk Railroad filed requests last week that the Surface Transportation Board reject Union Pacific’s application.
January 5, 2026