Apr 19, 2019

Saving the former boom towns along historic Route 66

A road marking of the historic Route 66 sign is seen painted on the street of the town of Kingman, Arizona. ALEXANDER KLEIN/AFP/Getty Images

The number of new homes drops to its lowest level in two years. People owed money by Sears are suing the CEO. Plus, Congress is considering renewing a grant to help the former boom towns along storied Route 66.

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Towns along Route 66 are concerned about their future

by Laurel Morales

Apr 19, 2019

Congress is considering legislation that would preserve grant funding for the towns.

A road marking of the historic Route 66 sign is seen painted on the street of the town of Kingman, Arizona.

ALEXANDER KLEIN/AFP/Getty Images

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