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Gary Airport Gets Final Tower Funding | Chicago News
Gary/Chicago International Airport just landed an eight-point-three-million-dollar federal boost to finally build its long-awaited new air traffic control tower—right next to the 50-year-old one still standing. This latest grant, from the U.S. Department of Transportation, wraps up a multi-year funding push that began in 2022 and follows a $10 million FAA award. With construction already underway via a $16 million contract awarded in June, officials say this upgrade is critical for future growth, safety, and efficiency—and could spark economic gains for the region. Listen in comfort:Get a…
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