NSA spots new Exchange CVEs, Microsoft issues patches
While the new vulnerabilities are separate from the four zero-day exploits found in March, the National Security Agency is urging organizations to immediate apply the Microsoft patches.
Do researchers have the data to take networking to the next level?
The National Science Foundation is asking scientists about the kinds of datasets they need to spur advances in computer and network systems.
California builds data warehouse to better manage homelessness
The Homeless Data Integration System will help officials identify patterns of homelessness and create a comprehensive view of the services being delivered and the interventions proving to be most effective.
143,518 U.S. Public Library Workers Are Keeping their Communities Informed, Connected and Engaged – But Their Jobs May be at Risk
COMMENTARY | While newer data isn’t available, the number is probably lower now, and recent history suggests more library jobs may be on the chopping block in the near future.
Syphilis Cases in California Drive a Record-Setting Year for STDs Nationwide
New data released Tuesday from the CDC shows sexually transmitted infections reached an all-time high in 2019. The biggest spike was in syphilis cases, which rose 74% between 2015 and 2019. Leading the country in syphilis is California, where men who have sex with men make up half the cases.
Pandemic Provokes City vs. State Conflicts
The Georgia legislature approved legislation that would preempt the commission’s powers, after the panel moved toward restricting police funding. State preemption of local powers is increasing nationwide.
Cities Prepare to Spend Historic Sums of Federal Aid
In addition to filling budget gaps, they're looking at longer-term recovery programs focused on areas like housing and job training.
Small Business Owners Can’t Find Qualified Workers, Survey Finds
The National Federation of Independent Business says the pandemic and increased unemployment benefits are keeping people out of the labor market.
Mayors Urge Senate to Approve Gun Background Check Bills
Two House proposals would extend the checks to private transfers and the time dealers must wait before transferring a gun to a customer.
Could Online Sports Betting and Gambling Help Close State Budget Shortfalls?
COMMENTARY | Taxes on online betting and gambling can help government leaders boost their budgets and create sustainable economic growth.
FCC app measures mobile broadband access
To get better data on high-speed broadband access, the Federal Communications Commission is asking the public to download and run its Speed Test app on their mobile and home wireless devices.
Microsoft cools data center servers in liquid-filled tanks
As advances in air-cooled computer chip technology have slowed, Microsoft touted its new cooling system that’s running in a production environment.
The American Rescue Plan is a win for federal IT modernization. Where should agencies start?
As more agencies adopt hybrid IT networks, IT leaders must investigate and deploy solutions providing insight into network operations and applications no matter where they reside -- in the cloud or on-premises.
Self-service analytics a ‘game changer’ for the Air Force
The Visible, Accessible, Understandable, Linked and Trustworthy (VAULT) data platform lets service members use cloud-based tools to work on data.
One Change that Could Help Nursing Homes Recover from Covid-19 Fears and Become Safer Places for Aging Parents
COMMENTARY | Nursing homes have struggled through COVID-19 deaths and lockdowns. Giving nurses more quality time with patients can help them win back trust.
As Texas Legislature Considers Anti-trans Bills, NCAA Announces it Will Not Hold Events in States that Discriminate Against Trans Students
Texas lawmakers have filed six bills that target transgender students’ sports participation — and two of those bills would affect colleges and university sports in addition to K-12.
Vaccinations Lag for Home Health Workers
They’re less likely to have had a shot than hospital and nursing home workers.
Alternatives to Juvenile Justice Probation Growing in Many States, Report Finds
Research by the National Conference of State Legislatures shows that states are turning to more effective programs that incentivize and mentor young offenders rather than punish them.
No Extra Vaccines for Hot Spot States, White House Says
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer had requested a boost in Covid-19 vaccines to help combat a rising number of infections in her state.
The Case for Luxury Housing
COMMENTARY| New market-rate development helps relieve pressure on local housing prices.
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