Taking Military Sexual Trauma Seriously
One California court system is working to address the challenges facing women veterans, still coping with abuse they endured during their service.
Sluggish Chinese Economy, Brexit Bite Tourism States
Taxing tourists is a time-honored revenue-raiser for states, but international events may keep many foreigners—and their money —away during the next few years.
Memphis Is Doing Greenspace Right Again
Shelby Farms Park and the Shelby Farms Greenline demonstrate a civic interest in landscape design not seen in years.
Kentucky's Governor Will Physically Fight for Religious Beliefs; Dead Man Running for New York State Assembly
Also in our State and Local Daily Digest: Massachusetts to transfer mentally ill inmates; California farm workers' pay improved; and a Montana town's trouble with bonds.
The American Zika Outbreak
The virus’s prevalence in Puerto Rico threatens disaster if Congress cannot pursue long-term action.
Handheld card reader helps police track criminals' cash
The card reader uses wireless connectivity to allow police officers in the field to read the balance on a card and put a temporary hold on the linked funds.
New Gun Restrictions Signed Into Law in New Orleans
A city ordinance Mayor Mitch Landrieu approved Monday includes penalties for failing to report lost or stolen firearms, along with other provisions.
Nonprofit Helps Upgrade Harrisburg's Ailing IT; Disgraced Florida Mayor's Mysterious Charity
Also in our State and Local Daily Digest: A bill undermining Michigan's labor unions?; a federal mining dispute in Minnesota; and a California city gets a transportation facelift.
Sidewalk Labs’ Role in Columbus Smart City Program Appears Limited For Now
Meanwhile, Ohio’s capital is forging ahead with plans for millions of dollars in high-tech transportation upgrades. U.S. DOT officials will visit the city this week.
Route Fifty Roadmap: Exploring Wisconsin’s State Capitol Building
The Badger State’s current seat of government was born out of a mixture of disaster, bad luck and hubris.
Is No-Fault Auto Insurance to Blame for High Rates, Fraud?
A dozen states still have no-fault auto insurance laws, which critics blame for high premiums and fraud.
Chafing Over Federal Land Control On Display As County Leaders Visit Capitol Hill
County officials came to Washington, D.C. to discuss a federal program that provides payments to localities for tax-exempt public lands. Some GOP members of Congress highlighted broader issues on Thursday.
Connecticut's School System is So Bad, a Judge Has Declared the Whole Thing Unconstitutional
The judge ordered Connecticut officials to have plans ready for a top-to-bottom overhaul of the state’s education system within the next six months.
How Massachusetts Is Improving Fiscal Transparency and Procurement in the Process
The state comptroller’s new spending and transparency platform, CTHRU, provides transaction-level detail into a $60 billion annual budget, as part of a subscription ensuring that insight will only get better with time.
Four Cities Chosen for $40 Million Investment in Public Spaces
Akron, Chicago, Detroit and Memphis join Philadelphia in an effort to tackle economic segregation by revitalizing civic commons.
As School Starts, More States Focus on Native American Students
Strong Native American language and culture programs in schools have been found to lower attrition, enhance student-teacher relations and improve attendance.
Trial of Oregon Occupiers Begins; N.C. Gov. Doesn't Get Bathroom Law Outrage
Also in our State and Local Daily Digest: Georgia law enforcement gets a big raise; a Minneapolis Parks and Rec meeting gets rowdy; and New York schools must test water for lead.
As States Step Back From Sales Tax Holidays, Wisconsin Gov. Embraces One
Scott Walker says his plan “will provide tax relief to the hard-working families” in his state.
Exploring New Strategies for Criminal Justice System Reform
Since states play a leading role in corrections, governors have an opportunity to promote positive change throughout the criminal-justice system.
Government’s responsibility in building civic engagement
As citizens explore ways to more actively contribute to the common good, government must create the environment, means and awareness to make that possible.
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