Making Algorithms Less Biased
In the smart city era, data is increasingly used in governments’ decisionmaking. But what happens when that data is flawed?
Decade-Old Rail Safety Measure Will Take Longer to Implement
Only eight railroads are expected to deploy positive train control, designed to prevent human-caused accidents, by the Dec. 31 deadline, according to a new GAO report.
Who Will Regulate Hyperloop?
Virgin Hyperloop One fancies itself a railroad, but the question is far from decided as the company nears the end of feasibility studies in several cities and states.
Lessons from Floods Past Show Challenges With Hurricane Florence
Louisiana and Texas are no stranger to deluges caused by prolonged rain.
Will Electric Co-ops Close the Digital Divide?
The Federal Communications Commission seems to think they’re part of the solution.
Second Bloomberg Mayoral Initiative Is Its Most Diverse Yet
St. Paul, Minnesota’s first black mayor shared his biggest takeaways from the program opener.
This Florida Fire and Rescue District Changed Its Outlook on Drones
The district started using drones for more than situational awareness and eventually ended up expanding the fleet.
Navigating Chicago’s ‘Labyrinth’ of Lower Roads Just Got Easier
A public-private partnership between the city, Waze and SpotHero installed more than 500 Waze Beacons to help drivers pinpoint their locations.
What to Include in a National Framework for Self-Driving Vehicles
State and local officials had some ideas for Congress at a Wednesday hearing on Capitol Hill.
FCC Prepares to Push Forward With Streamlining 5G Deployment
“My guess is they just ran out of time and patience for the process to play out,” said one local government advocate.
A New Accelerator for Community-Owned Broadband Networks
Some of the communities selected will be able to begin building within a matter of months.
Sanctuary Cities Get a Win on Law Enforcement Grants
The injunction preventing the Department of Justice from withholding them from certain cities is back in place.
Most Texas Localities Are Still Growing a Year After Hurricane Harvey
A new Moody’s report shows that a combination of reconstruction, continued population growth and federal assistance have helped.
On Hawaii’s Big Island Text Alerts Prove Critical During Hurricane, Volcanic Eruption
The Hawaii Police Department warned businesses and residents of flooding, landslides and toxic-gas spewing fissures during the events over the past four months.
Cities Release Their Own Broadband Model Code
While a federal committee struggles to reach consensus on a state broadband framework, the National League of Cities created its own, stressing local needs.
Hackers Press Secretaries of State to Support Independent Testing of Voting Machines
The Senate Intelligence Committee also touted the Voting Village’s efforts to probe election equipment while chastising its naysayers.
What Government Can Do to Ensure Pretrial Detainees Can Vote
Election education and access to polls or polling materials are key, says the Democratic-leaning Center for American Progress.
San Francisco’s Program to Link Startups to Cities Expands
The program will also help two transportation agencies on opposite sides of the country share ideas and create a technology advisory board.
Vermont Secretary of State Slams ‘Unfunded Mandate’ in Election Security Bill
Jim Condos says the latest draft will force states like his to spend more money on auditing. Meanwhile, the U.S. Election Assistance Commission says states are focused on cybersecurity ahead of 2018 midterms.
FCC’s State Broadband Model Remains a Work in Progress
Local government representatives worry a new code will let wireless providers preempt localities.
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