Cities Navigate Divergent Paths on Homelessness Post-Grants Pass Ruling
Three years after the Supreme Court's Grants Pass v. Johnson decision, cities are adopting contrasting strategies for addressing homelessness, with some increasing…
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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 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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Chicago Driver Fatally Strikes Pedestrian at Intersection Planned for Traffic Signal
A 62-year-old pedestrian was killed at an intersection where traffic signal installation had been planned for years, highlighting ongoing safety concerns in…
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US Homelessness Surges 27% Since 2013, HUD Report Highlights Shifting Trends
A new report from the US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) reveals a significant long-term increase in homelessness, despite a…
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Cities Excel at Documenting Crashes, But Fail to Learn From Them
A shift in approach from processing individual incidents to building a systemic learning practice is crucial for improving urban safety, according to…
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Seattle Mayor Proposes Doubling Transit Funding to Enhance Bus Frequencies
Mayor Katie Wilson has unveiled a plan to renew Seattle's transit measure, proposing a significant increase in sales tax to bolster King…
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Long Beach Ranked Among Top 10 US Bike-Friendly Cities, Second in California
A new study by Holland Bikes places Long Beach 10th nationally and 2nd in California for its commitment to cycling infrastructure and…
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Janette Sadik-Khan Appointed to MTA Board, Bringing Extensive Transit Policy Experience
Former NYC DOT Commissioner Janette Sadik-Khan, known for her transformative street design initiatives, has been appointed to the MTA board, signaling a…
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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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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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Illinois Housing Plans Stall Amidst Legislative Session Wrap-up
Governor JB Pritzker's proposals for multi-unit housing in Illinois faced significant hurdles during the spring legislative session, ultimately failing to advance.
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