The Urbanist Hosts Events on Soccer and Endorsements
Seattle-based urbanism publication The Urbanist is holding two key events in July: a soccer social on July 19th and their annual endorsement…
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California Cities to Benefit from Discounted AI Services Through State Partnership
California local governments are set to receive significant cost reductions on AI productivity tools as part of a new agreement between the…
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Cities Pilot Cross-Departmental Approaches to Tackle Health Inequities
A National League of Cities initiative is equipping local governments with tools and frameworks to foster collaboration and develop policies that promote…
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NYC Advances Electric Air Taxi Plans with Vertiport Preparations
New York City is preparing its existing heliports to accommodate electric air taxis, a move that requires significant upgrades to charging infrastructure…
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Oregon’s Tax Experiment: Prosperity Amidst Higher Levies Challenges Economic Orthodoxy
A new analysis of Oregon's economic performance following significant tax increases in 2010 suggests that higher taxes did not hinder, but rather…
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Urban Form and Its Surprising Connection to Romance
A new analysis explores how the physical layout and design of cities might influence social connections and romantic relationships.
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Washington State Faces Ballot Measures Targeting Transgender Rights
A campaign has been launched to oppose two conservative-backed ballot initiatives in Washington state that critics argue will harm the rights of…
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Federal Court Quashes DOJ Subpoenas Against Minnesota Officials Over Immigration Enforcement
A federal judge has sided with Minnesota city and state leaders, quashing Department of Justice subpoenas that they argued were intended to…
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Cities Across the US Prepare America250 Celebrations to Boost Tourism and Civic Pride
Commemorations for the US's 250th anniversary are being used by cities and counties as a catalyst for community engagement, tourism, and local…
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Cities Push Back Against Restrictions on LGBTQ+ Symbols
As some jurisdictions consider or enact bans on LGBTQ+ symbols, a growing number of cities are publicly affirming their commitment to inclusivity…
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