World Cup Boosts Transit Ridership in US Cities, Offering Lessons for London
Major sporting events can significantly increase public transport usage, as seen during the World Cup in US cities, highlighting potential benefits for…
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US Court Rules Against HUD’s ‘Rapid Overhaul’ of Homeless Funding Rules
A US federal judge has ruled that the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) improperly changed rules for allocating funds to…
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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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Hudson Tunnel Funding Restored by Federal Court, Paving Way for Project Continuation
A federal court ruling has reinstated funding for the crucial $16 billion New York and New Jersey Hudson Tunnel project, after it…
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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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Soil Banking Emerges as a Cost-Saving and Sustainable Solution for Cities
Treating excavated soil as a resource, rather than waste, can offer significant financial and environmental benefits to urban areas.
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US Court Upholds Stricter EPA Soot Standard, Impacting Air Quality Regulations
A federal court has rejected a legal challenge to the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) tighter standards for fine particulate matter (soot), a…
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Supreme Court Ruling Shifts Burden for Gun Restrictions on Private Property
A recent Supreme Court decision has altered the legal landscape for businesses and private property owners regarding gun policies, placing the onus…
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US Regulatory Shifts Could Pave Way for Cheaper Manufactured Homes, Raising Questions for Cities
New federal legislation and proposed rule changes aim to reduce the cost of building manufactured housing, but acceptance by local authorities remains…
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