I-77 toll lane project
Coverage of I-77 toll lane project in the Nexus archive.
- Charlotte City Council announces interim mayor to replace Vi Lyles
Charlotte City Council appointed Robert Harrington as interim mayor to replace outgoing Mayor Vi Lyles, who will retire at the end of June. Harrington was selected after a runoff following a vote that required six council votes, and he will serve until December 2027. The interim mayor will address the controversial I-77 toll lane project, which faces financial and political challenges.
- South Carolina receives $1 million grant for road projects
The U.S. Department of Transportation awarded a $1 million grant to South Carolina for road projects aimed at reducing congestion and improving transportation. The funding allows collaboration with private companies or the creation of toll lanes, while a similar toll lane initiative in North Carolina faces opposition from Mecklenburg County leaders.