Booster Mandates Are a Tough Call for States, Businesses
New Mexico is the first and only state to require boosters for its employees.
How the bipartisan infrastructure bill could jumpstart mobility on demand
Strategic adoption of mobility-on-demand and mobility-as-a-service models can help ease traffic congestion, reduce road accidents and cut carbon emissions.
Mattresses and Mold Removal: Medi-Cal to Offer Unconventional Treatments to Asthma Patients
MADERA, Calif. — Growing up amid the dusty agricultural fields of the Central Valley, Ruby Marentes-Cabrera can’t recall a time when it wasn’t difficult to breathe.
How State and Local Leaders Can Bolster a Core American Ideal
COMMENTARY | Programs focused on preventing childhood trauma could go a long way towards delivering on the idea that the "pursuit of happiness" is an unalienable right.
Pandemic Sweetens Lure of Smaller Cities’ Relocation Incentives
Communities in 24 states are trying to attract new residents with incentives.
A Pandemic Silver Lining: Public Meetings Have Become More Public
Covid-19 forced governments to have all virtual gatherings. There are disadvantages, government leaders say, but a hybrid meeting model may be here to stay.
NYC’s Supervised Injection Sites Face Pushback
A Republican New York congresswoman has introduced a bill to defund the “Overdose Prevention Centers.”
Bills Modeled on Texas Abortion Law Target Sex Abusers, Gun Sellers
California’s governor wants to use Texas tactics to go after assault weapons sold in his state, while an Illinois state lawmaker seeks to penalize sex offenders.
60 Finalists Selected for $1B Regional Development Program
Coalitions from across the U.S., some led by cities and state and local agencies, are vying for federal grants worth between $25 million and $100 million.
Smashed Cars, Burnt Trees, Soggy Insulation: Post-disaster Cleanup Is Expensive, Time-consuming and Wasteful
COMMENTARY | Government agencies have detailed plans for responding to disasters, like the Dec. 10-11, 2021 tornados. But one issue doesn’t get enough attention: cleaning up the mess left behind.
States Add Mask Mandates, Review Roles as Omincron Variant Spreads
New York's governor declares a major statewide shift in Covid-19 policy, while Colorado's governor says he's leaving masking up to localities.
Report: Place Governance Must Evolve to Address Homeless Crisis
Local organizations need to create a more integrated and inclusive service system to meet the needs of unsheltered individuals, according to Brookings.
Amid Omicron Uncertainty, States Resist New Mandates
“We may be through with covid even if it’s not through with us.”
How Governments Can Minimize Harassment of Public Officials
Complex factors are at play, including polarization, misinformation and social media. But there are safety measures localities can take to protect local leaders, according to the National League of Cities.
Storm Drains Keep Swallowing People During Floods
An alarming number of people (especially children) have drowned after disappearing into storm drains during floods. The deadly problem should be easy for federal, state and local government agencies to fix, but tragedy strikes again and again.
With Too Few Nurses, It Won’t Take Much to Overwhelm Hospitals This Winter
Even as a new COVID-19 variant starts to spread in the United States, staff shortages have made it impossible for many hospitals to operate at full capacity.
New York City Gives 800K+ Noncitizens the Right to Vote
As the City Council passes a historic voting rights bill, advocates look to ensure its successful implementation.
Top States for Businesses
Virginia ranks as the top state for businesses while Alaska ranks as the worst based on 10 categories, including the cost of doing business and a high-quality workforce, according to a recent report.
Report: US Workforce Falling Behind in Digital Skills
Experts advocate for strengthening K-12 school curriculum and tax breaks for reskilling existing workers.
California’s Water Supplies Are in Trouble as Climate Change Worsens Natural Dry Spells
The State Water Project cut its initial allocations for water agencies to 0% for 2022. A California water expert explains why.
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