Why did cities build high-rise public housing? This video examines the history behind iconic but controversial high-rise projects, from Katherine Bauer’s early vision to the era of ‘urban renewal’ and ...

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EASTON, Pa. – The Easton Area School District Board of Directors on Tuesday night selected the location for where to build a new Easton Area High School. The district authorized Alloy 5 and CHA to ...

A newly excavated, ancient construction site at Pompeii, frozen in time after the eruption of Mount Vesuvius, has allowed archaeologists to finally determine the methods used to make Roman concrete.

In recent months, Western Pa. has seen a troubling surge in incidents of vehicles into buildings — prompting increased deployment of emergency resources for what first responders call ‘high-hazard’ ...

Affordable housing and a shortage of skilled trades workers are both pressing issues in the U.S. A Colorado city is partnering with a local school district and Habitat for Humanity to teach kids ...