Illinois accelerates mobile app delivery
The state is launching new apps to provide residents with easier access to government services and information.
Will Texas Stick Around for a Hillary Clinton Presidency?
Three out of five Trump voters in the Lone Star State would back secession if the Democrat wins, a new poll finds.
Transgender Inmate Sues Over Florida DOC 'Cruelty'; L.A. Wants Airbnb Taxes Now
Also in our State and Local Daily Digest: Kentucky gov.'s probe allowed to continue; Anchorage fights homelessness; and terminating 250 jobs won't save N.J. city much
Decried as Unfair, Taxes on Groceries Persist in Some States
A sales tax on groceries disproportionately hits the poor, but the states that have one rely on it as a steady source of revenue.
Missouri Policy Shows Way to Safely Reducing Probation and Parole Populations
The policy aims to reduce officer caseloads so resources can be directed at those most at risk of re-offending.
Why Local Governments Are Taking City Hall Selfies
They joined in the fun with everything from municipal mascots to drone aircraft.
A Big Burden for Oklahoma’s Poorly Paid Teachers; Wildfire Burns Through California Community
Dallas struggles with its recycling goal; closing arguments in Pa. attorney general’s trial; and Lake Michigan life rings.
A Shortage in the Nation's Maternal Health Care
Dramatic changes are needed to ensure that the medical needs of American women are met.
Louisiana Reeling From Unprecedented Flash Flooding; Pipeline Concerns Continue in Michigan
Also in our State and Local Weekend Digest: Tree removal standoff in San Diego; auditing disputes for Minnesota counties; and N.Y. vs. N.J. acrimony continues over Port Authority Bus Terminal.
Is It Possible to Improve Civility in U.S. Politics?
The National Institute for Civil Discourse is paying special attention to state legislatures as it seeks to knock toxicity out of campaigns and policy debates.
With Push From Adoptees, States Open Access to Birth Records
A number of states have passed laws giving adult adoptees access to their original, sealed birth certificates.
DHS opens software for incident command platform
Code for the Next-Generation Incident Command System used by first responders in emergency situations is now available on GitHub.
FCC overstepped authority in muni broadband push, court says
The Federal Communications Commission was overruled in its attempt to block state statues that restrict municipal broadband.
Three Government Strategies for Digital Velocity
By developing far-sighted thinking that strategically engages new technologies and puts citizens’ needs first, government can choose appropriate technologies for solutions targeted at delivering a high-impact citizen experience.
Time to Downsize Pittsburgh’s Desolate Airport?; North Dakotans Will Vote on Medical Marijuana
Also in our State and Local Daily Digest: 311 spat at New York City Hall; more violence in Chicago; and 50th anniversary for North America’s longest continuous truss bridge.
Planning Commissioner Priced Out of Palo Alto
“I cannot see a way to stay in Palo Alto and raise a family here,” wrote Kate Downing in an open letter.
Are Animal Hoarders Criminals?
Reports of animal hoarding are on the rise, leaving states and localities deciding whether to prosecute or deal with the underlying mental problem that leads to it.
Practical advice for building a data management program
A new report describes how state governments can best to leverage people, processes and technology to build a successful data management program.
Pittsburgh picks partners for civic innovation lab
Three Pittsburgh-based startups have been chosen for the first PGH Lab cohort, which connects area businesses with city government to solve public-sector problems.
Cost to Fix U.S. Waterworks Will Flow to State and Local Level, Experts Say
“There is nobody outside that’s going to pay for this and not expect to be paid back,” said one panelist at the National Conference of State Legislatures' summit.
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