Cruz introduces weather radio modernization bill with a new focus on flood communications
This comes after Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, voted in favor of the spending megabill that rescinded funds for NOAA.
Pennsylvania won’t share SNAP data with Trump Administration – for now
More than two million Pennsylvanians receive Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits.
Cities turn to tech to make curb ramps ADA-accessible
Localities must install or regrade their curb ramps when roads are changed, and they are using aerial photography, geospatial data and AI to help.
To connect residents with nature, one Georgia town is turning to tech
The town of Sandy Springs is embracing birdwatching as a way to encourage its residents to spend more time outside and engage with nature.
Senator reintroduces AI bill to regulate financial services industry
U.S. Sen. Mike Rounds reintroduced legislation he said would create “a safe space for experimentation” for AI companies.
State officials again refuse to release Kansans’ personal data to USDA
Kansas officials stood firm against a July 30 deadline set by the federal government to turn over personal data of SNAP recipients.
State and local governments need a unified approach to cybersecurity
COMMENTARY | A consolidated cyber operations framework for states isn’t just a strategy — it’s a lifeline in an era of relentless cyber threats.
North Dakota’s ‘aviation spirit’ lives on through drones
The state used drones to examine damage from last month’s severe storms and is experimenting with delivery as a way to make life easier for its rural residents and military bases.
2025 is the year New York political campaigns embrace AI
From uncanny music videos to policies researched by ChatGPT, the AI revolution has come for the political campaign industry, for better or worse.
Mississippi broadband expansion moves forward despite federal changes
New federal rules for the program may mean higher prices for customers.
The silent crisis in government customer experience: When digital gains don’t reach the people
COMMENTARY | Despite major tech investments, over half of U.S. states saw their customer experience scores fall in 2025.
Why cities are turning to AI for property assessments
The technology can identify flaws or damage to infrastructure more efficiently than humans, which experts say can help streamline efforts to improve housing conditions and availability in communities.
Texts to 988 hotline must now be georouted to local crisis centers
The Federal Communications Commission approved rules requiring wireless providers to route texts to the mental health line based on their origin, rather than area code.
Pittsburgh AI czar says Steel City, Keystone State uniquely positioned for AI robotics growth
Next month, the city will host the AI Horizons Pittsburgh summit, where industry and government leaders will discuss how to help Pennsylvania capitalize on strengths that are attractive to the physical AI industry.
Trump’s order to remove ‘woke’ AI from government may have ‘downstream impacts,’ experts worry
Some experts and advocates warned that last week's executive order will have a chilling effect on free speech.
Training city staff on AI now can lead to better service delivery later, leaders say
In California, the city of San Jose is building its workers’ AI and data skills, which officials say can improve service delivery to residents.
Birmingham looks to write new chapter as a tech hub
Alabama’s “Magic City” often evokes images of heavy industry, or the nation’s difficult past. A coalition of businesses, political leaders and others are looking to turn it into a technology leader.
The West’s data centers suck (water and power)
From simple searches to chatGPT, the big digital buildup threatens the grid and water supplies.
North Dakota version of DOGE to take a slower approach to cost savings
North Dakota’s version of DOGE is poised to begin work this week, but members say it won’t be just like the federal government version that inspired it.
Mayors worry about cybersecurity almost as much as substance use, mental health
The National League of Cities’ State of the Cities survey found that 39% of mayors are very concerned about cyber, which is not far behind more traditional public health issues.
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