California is directing $1.7 billion to repair and strengthen its highways, including $86.5 million specifically for roads damaged by recent Los Angeles fires. The money will fix damaged roads, strengthen hillsides, and make dangerous intersections safer. “Today’s monumental investment puts Californians’ tax dollars to work making critical safety and resiliency improvements to highways throughout the state that support the travel of millions of residents each day,” Governor Gavin Newsom said, announcing the California Transportation Commission’s funding decision. The largest single project uses $195.5 million to improve Interstate 805 running through San Diego, Chula Vista, and National City. Workers will rehabilitate … Continue reading California Funds $1.7B in Road Repairs With $195M to One Highway and $86.5M for Fire-Hit LA Roads