Cracking Cold Cases: Police Turn to Podcasts to Track Down Killers
Law enforcement officials say that department-sponsored podcasts—free, easy to download and available on demand—are perfect for disseminating information. (America’s true-crime obsession doesn’t hurt.)
Homebuyer ‘Love Letters’ May Stir Bias. (But They Often Work.)
It’s a financial transaction, not a seduction.
Using Rapid Drug Analysis to Reduce Opioid Overdose Deaths
A partnership between the Maryland State Police and Maryland Department of Health will allow for faster and broader testing of illicit drugs found in the state.
How Food Became the Perfect Beachhead for Gentrification
COMMENTARY | Ethnic food is cheap, and it appeals to adventurous eaters. Real estate agents and investors have caught on.
Cities See Trash Cleanup Programs as a Way to Combat Homelessness
“At first, I said, ‘Picking up trash?’ I had to let my pride go—and I did.”
How to Budget for Equity and Drive Lasting Change
COMMENTARY | State and local governments should prioritize equity in their budgets by using data, being outcome driven and engaging the whole community.
The Best and Worst States for LGBTQ+ People
Nevada ranks as the best state for LGBTQ+ residents while Alabama comes in last, according to a report.
Snip Snip: One Plan to Mandate Vasectomies to Prevent Pregnancies
A Pennsylvania lawmaker said his “parody legislation,” outlined in a sponsorship memo, is meant to garner discussion about reproductive rights.
Drought-Stricken Western Towns Say No to Developers
“We need to protect the people who live here before we let more people come in.”
First Major Second Amendment Case Before the Supreme Court in Over a Decade Could Topple Gun Restrictions
COMMENTARY | At issue is the right to carry handguns in public, not just keep them at home.
September Saw One of the Biggest Drops in Women’s Jobs Since Pandemic Began
More than 300,000 women left the labor force last month, the second time in the pandemic that the start of a new school year and loss of child care has caused a major drop-off of women from the workforce.
Lack of Diversity in the Government Workforce Can Lead to Retention and Trust Issues
African Americans and Hispanics are underrepresented among managers and professionals, and women are underrepresented among chief administrative officers, according to a report.
How Public Health Officials Overcame Vaccine Barriers in Minority Communities
A series of reports issued by the Communivax Coalition explores resistance to Covid-19 vaccinations in four states and strategies to improve immunization rates.
Why Mail-in Voting Became a Partisan Issue
Prior to 2020, mail-in voting was largely noncontroversial across the United States. Former President Donald Trump changed that.
Reducing the Staggering Backlog of Court Cases
COMMENTARY | State and local leaders can tackle the massive backlog of criminal cases by expanding pretrial services, transforming indigent defense and embracing restorative justice processes.
Pennsylvania builds high-speed data lane along turnpike
The roadside fiber-optic network will allow the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission to upgrade its communications capacity, prepare for smart safety and mobility technology and make broadband available to underserved areas.
The Complicated Art of Getting Community Engagement Right
It's not always easy for cities to collect feedback from residents. Officials are looking at fresh ways to get the job done, while trying to avoid pitfalls like “engagement fatigue.”
America Is Running Out of Everything
COMMENTARY | The global supply chain is slowing down at the very moment when Americans are demanding that it go into overdrive.
Afghans Steered to States with ‘Help Wanted’ Signs, Pro-Immigrant Bent
A steel mill and a chocolate factory are among the businesses desperate to hire Afghans.
The Safest and Least Safe Cities in the U.S.
Columbia, Maryland tops a list for safest cities, while St. Louis is at the bottom, according to a recent report.
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