Staying ahead of the hack: Is government moving fast enough?
By combining the best human talent and technology, agencies can reduce security costs, free up resources and set security teams up for success.
Texas May Owe Feds $223 Million for Shortchanging Special Ed
STATE AND LOCAL ROUNDUP | Massachusetts city council won’t skimp on laundry units for firefighters… Phoenix police make arrest in fifth road-rage attack in the last three weeks … More hay going to Midwest to help flooded farmers.
How to Deal With a Confrontational Naysayer During a Presentation
A workplace communication fable with three great lessons.
Tensions Flare Over a Proposal to Strengthen Public Sector Unions
Amid clashes with an activist group and fallout from a Supreme Court ruling, unions in Oregon are backing legislation that local governments see as “impossible” to fully implement.
Surprise Medical Billing: Some States Ahead of Feds
Nine states have laws to stop unexpected, out-of-network medical bills.
What Happens to Community Bonds When a Neighborhood Gentrifies
A study of demographic changes in Philadelphia neighborhoods finds that an influx of more-affluent newcomers can erode community ties—or strengthen them.
States Move to Ban Gay Conversion Therapy
Massachusetts lawmakers approved a bill to outlaw the therapy, which aims to change their sexual orientation, for young people.
AI may read soldiers' intents, anticipate their needs
Brain activity could be harnessed to optimize a performance of a human-machine team, according to an ARL researcher.
Save money and improve network security through automation
Automated network security can help agencies reduce downtime, enable cost-saving consolidation and make the best use of limited staff resources.
Is DHS cyber under-resourced?
While the cybersecurity mission at the Department of Homeland Security has been steadily expanding, some think the agency may not have the resources to protect federal civilian networks.
FBI's cyber challenge exceeds its bandwidth
Data-intensive criminal and counterintelligence investigations require more cyber tools, greater info-sharing capabilities and a highly skilled staff, FBI Director Christopher Wray told appropriators.
Infusing intelligence into enterprise asset management
Modern EAM systems integrated with GIS, mobile and automation capabilities can help reduce downtimes, minimize asset replacement costs and improve overall city services.
Rail Travel Is Cleaner Than Driving or Flying, but Will Americans Buy In?
COMMENTARY | Rail advocates often make the case that trains are a cleaner mode of transportation, but why is that so? And what would it take to expand rail in the U.S.?
Movement to Allow Campaign Funds to Pay for Child Care Dealt Setback in Connecticut
STATE AND LOCAL ROUNDUP | Amazon to locate new offices across a very short bridge ... Arizona considers fining teachers for influencing student political views … St. Paul loses its bikes.
Voter ID Laws Don’t Seem to Suppress Minority Votes—Despite What Many Claim
COMMENTARY | States may have passed these laws with the aim of reducing turnout. But new evidence suggests that they have a minimal or nonexistent effect.
Judge Dismisses Truckers' Lawsuit Against Pennsylvania Tolls
Trucking groups had challenged the diversion of toll dollars to transit projects.
A Silicon Valley Approach To Financing Affordable Housing
COMMENTARY | Both innovative and on brand: San Francisco is using an accelerator to get money to affordable housing developers
Navigating the Justice System, Victims Find Comfort with Courthouse Dogs
Courthouse companion dogs offer emotional support for victims and witnesses in 39 states.
GSA eyes videoconferencing as a service
A cloud-based videoconferencing setup would support more concurrent video meetings and enable livestreaming of the Administrator Town Hall events.
Creating a smarter digital reality for smart cities
Fusing geographic data with business information can transform domain knowledge and customer workflows into connected and digital-first ecosystems.
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