Pedestrian Fatality Rates Remain High Across US Cities, Study Finds
A new study from Smart Growth America reveals that pedestrian death rates have continued to rise in most major US cities over…
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Fatal Overdose at SCORE Jail Highlights Safety Protocol Questions
A recent report into the death of an inmate at the South Correctional Entity (SCORE) jail has raised concerns about drug infiltration…
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San Francisco Pauses Proposed Smoking Ban on Restaurant and Bar Patios
San Francisco lawmakers have indefinitely suspended efforts to ban smoking on outdoor dining patios at bars and restaurants, signalling ongoing discussions with…
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FEMA Faces Scrutiny Over Disaster Preparedness Ahead of Peak Season
A new report highlights concerns over staffing, leadership vacancies, and federal-state relations, while the agency's acting administrator asserts readiness for hurricane and…
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Federal Cybersecurity Support for Local Governments Faces Potential Renewal
Legislation introduced by Senator Mark Warner aims to restore federal funding for the Multi-State Information Sharing and Analysis Center (MS-ISAC), a vital…
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US Wildfires Burn Millions of Acres Ahead of Peak Season
An unusually warm winter and prolonged drought have led to a significant increase in wildfire activity across the United States, with millions…
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Sound Transit Megaproject Head Departs Amid ST3 Funding Challenges
Terri Mestas, Sound Transit's Deputy CEO overseeing capital project delivery, is leaving the agency as it grapples with significant funding shortfalls and…
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Study Identifies Top 10 ‘Stickiest’ Downtowns in North America
A new study by Gensler Research Institute highlights the factors contributing to downtown vibrancy and visitor engagement, offering insights for urban planners…
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Seattle Social Housing Initiative Moves Forward with First Building Purchase
Seattle's ambitious social housing program has taken a significant step, with the Social Housing Developer agreeing to purchase its first building and…
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Seattle Updates Climate Plan Amidst Urgency for Action
Seattle is undertaking a comprehensive update of its 13-year-old Climate Action Plan, seeking to accelerate emissions reductions and build resilience to climate…
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Seattle’s First Social Housing Building Sees Overwhelming Demand
Seattle's inaugural social housing development, The Elara at the Market, has received over 10,000 applications for its 150 units, highlighting significant demand…
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World Cup Highlights Growing Urban Heat Risks
World Cup Highlights Growing Urban Heat Risks
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