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 Mayors Explore Sports Franchises to Drive Economic Development
A cohort of US mayors is partnering with the U.S. Conference of Mayors and Amrize on the Game Changer Program to leverage…
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Charleston Aims for 3,500 Affordable Homes by 2032 with Accelerated Strategy
Charleston Aims for 3,500 Affordable Homes by 2032 with Accelerated Strategy
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New Platform Aims to Reduce Roadway Risk by Integrating Diverse Datasets
Replica and Arity launch Safety Hub, a tool designed to provide public agencies with integrated data to identify and mitigate road safety…
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Smart Cities Dive Launches 2026 Community Project Awards, Seeking Innovative Urban Solutions
Smart Cities Dive has announced the call for nominations for its 2026 Community Project Awards, aiming to recognise projects that leverage technology…
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US Homelessness Sees Modest Drop Following Record Highs, HUD Report Indicates
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has released its annual report, showing a 3% decrease in homelessness nationwide. This…
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US DOT Awards $466 Million for Washington Union Station Renovation
The U.S. Department of Transportation is providing significant funding to upgrade the historic Union Station in Washington D.C., aiming to boost its…
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Community Raffle Aims to Prioritise Local Residents in New Housing Development
Elk Grove Village, Illinois, has launched an innovative public-private partnership to offer a "first dibs" opportunity for new single-family homes to existing…
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Cities Rethink Hiring to Fill Public Works Jobs
Case studies from Baltimore and Columbus, Ohio, highlight innovative approaches to overcoming hiring bottlenecks and connecting overlooked populations with essential city careers…
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Data Centres Exacerbate Urban Heat Islands, Study Finds
New research indicates that data centres contribute to rising temperatures in surrounding neighbourhoods, potentially increasing energy demands for cooling during warmer months.
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