Public Housing Authorities Reel as HUD Singles Out Immigrants
HUD chief Ben Carson says waitlists are too long to house undocumented immigrants.
Investigation Fails to Determine if Virginia Governor Was in Racist Photo
STATE AND LOCAL ROUNDUP | Arizona prison whistleblower asks for more transparency … Idaho cuts one-third of its administrative code … California takes action on homelessness.
It’s Not Just the Citizenship Question—the Digital Divide Could Hurt the Count of Latinos by the Census
Fear of government, a question about citizenship, and uncertain internet connections have created the perfect storm for an undercount of the Latino population, a new report argues.
How Rural Areas Like Florida’s Panhandle Can Become More Hurricane-Ready
COMMENTARY | Better preparation can help make communities more resilient in the face of major disasters.
Cities Are Losing Ground in the Fight to Protect Workers
Thanks to a recent Supreme Court ruling, corporations are increasingly using forced arbitration to undermine state and local worker protections.
Neighbors Suing Over Pig Fumes Spur 'Right-to-Farm' Push
At least nine states have enacted or considered a “right to farm” this year.
Proposed Immigration Changes Already Having Effects, Research Finds
A change to the "public charge" rules under consideration by the Trump Administration is discouraging immigrants from applying for benefit programs, according to research from the Urban Institute.
Rapid Opioid Cutoff Is Risky Too, Feds Warn
Two federal agencies caution doctors not to taper high-dose pain patients too quickly.
Tennessee Speaker of the House Announces Resignation
STATE AND LOCAL ROUNDUP | North Carolina city sues company to take down large American flag … Controversy arises over proposed mine in Arizona … New York passes bill eliminating loophole for presidential pardons.
Dinosaur Fossil Dispute to Get Attention From State Supreme Court
The Montana case involves competing claims about who owns the valuable remains. Is it surface land or mineral rights holders?
States Introduce New Laws to Keep Abused Women Out of Prison
New laws in New York and elsewhere could keep women out of prison for crimes against their abusers.
Poll: Despite Struggles, Rural Americans Feel Connected to Communities
Civic engagement is high among rural residents, which may offset negative feelings about financial insecurity and access to health care.
Washington, D.C. Considers Allowing Residents to Issue Parking Tickets
STATE AND LOCAL ROUNDUP | Albuquerque considers charging for car crash costs … St Louis County may require landlords to accept housing vouchers … Montana provides student loan aid to young farmers.
Federal Court Blocks City From Enforcing Lawn Sign Restrictions
A homeowner in Missouri is challenging a local ordinance that only allows people to have a single two-sided sign in their yards.
Coding challenge to strengthen emergency response
The Tech to Protect Challenge is designed to boost capabilities of emergency responders with mobile apps, software applications, user interfaces, data systems and more.
Harnessing the power of artificial intelligence when disaster strikes
AI-powered tools cut through the noise to help responders access and analyze relevant real-time data more efficiently and respond rapidly to breaking events.
States Should Unlock Student Financial Aid for People in Prison
COMMENTARY | Many states still prohibit people from receiving state financial aid for college in prison. They could change that.
Having a Library or Cafe Down the Block Could Change Your Life
COMMENTARY | Living close to public amenities—from parks to grocery stores—increases trust, decreases loneliness, and restores faith in local government.
Court Settlement Allows KKK Rally in Ohio City
STATE AND LOCAL ROUNDUP | Texas Senate passes “Save Chick-fil-A” bill … Tax proposals scrapped in California … Louisiana debates abolishing the death penalty.
How to Change Policy Without Politicians
As Arkansas politics becomes more conservative, voters are using the ballot for progressive ends.
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