Little Rock Approves Data Center Regulations Amidst Resident Concerns
The Little Rock board of directors has approved new ordinances to regulate data centers, voting against a moratorium proposed by concerned residents…
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High streets, parks, crossings, lighting, accessibility and civic space.
Lessons from Nuclear Plant Closures Offer Data Centre Host Communities a Cautionary Tale
As communities across the UK consider hosting hyperscale data centres, a new analysis draws parallels with the socioeconomic impacts of nuclear power…
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AI Tools Poised to Transform Public Sector Operations, From Potholes to Planning
A discussion with a Smart Cities Dive expert explores the burgeoning role of artificial intelligence in local government, highlighting its potential to…
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US Public Lands Access Broadened as Off-Road Vehicle Restrictions Lifted
President Trump has rescinded executive orders that previously restricted off-road vehicle use on federal lands, potentially opening up most national parks to…
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Streetsblog LA Headlines Round-up
A summary of key urbanism-related news from Streetsblog LA's Monday headlines, covering election links, street repaving, and specific neighbourhood developments.
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Experts Urge Mayor Mamdani to Act on Illegal E-Motos Following Fatal Queensboro Bridge Collision
A tragic collision on the Queensboro Bridge, resulting in the deaths of two individuals, has sparked renewed calls for stricter enforcement against…
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New York Police Department Cracks Down on Public Watch Parties, Raising Questions About Urban Space
The New York Police Department's decision to shut down large public watch parties for the Knicks playoff games outside Madison Square Garden…
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Pedestrian Fatality Highlights Chicago’s Ongoing Road Safety Challenges
A recent fatal collision involving a pedestrian underscores the persistent issue of road safety in Chicago, prompting calls for enhanced driver accountability…
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Urban Parks Evolving into Strategic Climate and Community Infrastructure
Urban Parks Evolving into Strategic Climate and Community Infrastructure
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What Makes a High Street Feel Safer and More Useful
Crossings, lighting, frontage, seating, speed and accessibility decide whether public space works.
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