Colorado City Pushes Hard for Liquefied Natural Gas Terminal in Oregon
Overseas markets are increasingly attractive to energy companies and the communities they support.
How States Can Use Economic Development Data More Effectively
Businesses, federal records and other third-party databases are full of valuable information.
Pittsburgh Will Give Civic Startups a Chance to Pilot Projects With City Departments
“It's pretty exciting to be able to open the doors up . . . And to really be asking the question of startups: How can we work together?” says the city’s innovation chief.
‘Dear Mr. President: I Need Your Help’
The mayor of a small southwestern Pennsylvania town that’s set to run out of money this summer makes an appeal to the White House for assistance and says President Obama “should come into town and look at this damn situation.”
Broadband’s ‘Tempting Voices’ Viewed With Suspicion in Virginia; Chicago Alderman Punched in Face
Also in our State & Local Weekend News Digest: Denver’s new airport rail line opens; a wave of Wisconsin state government departures; and the Seattle-area’s big toll glitch.
Foes and Friends on the Arizona Border
State officials seek a balance between fighting crime and boosting Mexican tourism.
Growth in Personal Income Shows Uneven U.S. Recovery
Personal Income trends matter not only for individuals and families but also for state governments, because tax revenue and spending demands may rise or fall along with residents’ incomes.
Pennsylvania Just Launched a State-Level Open Data Program
Created by executive order, a centralized open data portal is planned for August.
Los Angeles City Controller Unveils New Economic and Demographic Data Portal
“[R]esidents, businesses and policymakers all have new tools to separate facts from fiction, and to make better data-driven decisions,” according to Ron Galperin.
Knight Cities Challenge Announces $5 Million in Funding for 37 Innovative Projects
Two themes—community revitalization and economic development—comprise more than 50 percent of the second-round winners list.
Why States Want Skills-Based Job Markets Amid Globalization and Digitalization
During a panel discussion in D.C., Colorado’s governor and Indiana’s former governor show why states are often better than the feds at adapting policies to fit the changing digital economy.
N.Y.’s Minimum Wage Set to Increase; Plan to Lift Anti-Nepotism Rules in Utah City Runs Awry
Also in our State and Local news digest: Colorado town saved by marijuana; dead dolphins on Gulf Coast; and a New Jersey town’s controversial motto and seal.
Rhode Island Scrambles to Fix Error-Riddled Tourism Promo; Critical Flaw for Driverless Cars
Also in our State and Local Daily Digest: Montana’s feisty AG; Alabama governor’s scandal again makes headlines; and Minnesota professors want more privacy.
How Small Communities Can Use Gigabit Fiber Expansion to Stand Out
Sandy, Oregon, near Portland, built its own high-speed Internet utility that’s now incredibly popular with residents. Here’s how similar localities have been developing their fiber networks.
Georgia Gov. Will Veto ‘Religious Liberty’ Bill; Indicted Texas Mayor Has Big Election Dreams
Also in our State and Local Daily Digest: Alaska volcano erupts; Ohio mayor’s strange dispute with neighbor; and Chicago aldermen vs. Mayor Emanuel.
How Closely Are State Economies Tied to Federal Spending?
The importance of federal funds varies by state and expenditure category.
A Big Data Tussle Over Phoenix ‘Brain Drain’ Rankings
Officials in Arizona challenge rankings on college grad retention rates for the state’s largest metro area.
L.A. Launches Advisory Council That Will Focus on Transgender Policy Issues
“We all have a fundamental right to be exactly who we are, regardless of gender identity or expression,” says Mayor Eric Garcetti.
San José Wants to Be the ‘Demonstration City’ for Smart Technologies
Tired of leading from behind, Silicon Valley’s capital plans to leverage its location and public-private partnerships to outcompete its municipal competition.
Local Governments Must Engage Residents to Transform Distressed Neighborhoods
"Planning for the physical appearance of a neighborhood is important, but equally important is engaging citizens to learn what programs and services they need.”
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