Population Growth Means a City Is Thriving, or Does It?
Public officials and reporters alike adopt the myth that bigger is better. That’s not always the case.
As Protests Escalate Under Trump, States Seek New Ways to Deter Them
Stricter rules and penalties for protesting are being considered in nearly half the states.
The Week in Public Finance: Latest Repeal and Replace Proposal Still Damaging for States, Pennsylvania's Downgrade and More
A roundup of money (and other) news governments can use.
The Next Big Technology to Transform Government
It's called blockchain. Some say it will have a bigger impact than the internet.
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Although many governors oppose the latest repeal bill, it has some of what they've asked for.
California Poised to Be a 'Sanctuary State.' Will Others Follow?
A couple of other states are considering similar bills. It was an uphill battle -- even in one of the most pro-immigrant states.
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An HR Expert's Dos and Donts of Managing
Sometimes you have to be the bad cop. Throwing out stereotypes about millennials is a good idea, too.
Intelligent Automation’s Untapped Potential for Government
Bots and cognitive systems can automate repetitive, routine tasks, freeing humans for more creative work.
To Wipe Out Corruption, Look to Philadelphia
The city went almost a decade without a single corruption scandal. What's its secret?
Stadium Shutout
Local governments are no longer as willing to take on the risky business of building a ballpark.
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Technology, declining ridership and changing demographics have spurred cities across the country to redesign bus systems that are more convenient. It's no easy task.
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Past rulings have "made politicians think there are no boundaries around what they can do." A Wisconsin case may lead to some limits.
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Illinois state lawmakers who have either resigned this year or said they won't seek re-election, which is about 15 percent of the General Assembly and an unusually large exodus. Many have cited the state's political gridlock and increasingly angry citizenry as reasons for moving on.
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Drinking Water Isn't Safe for Millions of Americans. It's Up to States to Fix.
A new report documents what environmental advocates say has been happening for decades: The federal government fails to protect Americans from potentially cancer-causing chemicals. And they have little hope that will change anytime soon.
The Autonomy a School Needs for Success
In transforming its public-education structure and bureaucracy, Indianapolis is showing that there is more than one route to excellence.
Attica Scott Is Tired of Being the 'Angry Black Woman'
The first black woman elected to the Kentucky state House in almost 20 years says she gets the label sometimes for simply speaking her mind.
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The companies that top the rankings have something in common: workplace practices that confirm employees are valued.
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Thriving Environment, Thriving Community
Fresh air, clean water and open spaces are fundamental pillars of a healthy community.
Incomes Are Rising in Most States, Yet Inequality Isn't Improving
The nation's median household income rose 2.4 percent last year, with significant increases in 30 states.
Food Deserts and the Policy Power of Maps
It's hard to fix a problem you can't see. So Maryland made its lack of healthy food options very visible.
Why Government Watchdogs Are Worried
Budget cuts and political retaliation, they say, are endangering their jobs and their ability to uncover information.
After 2016 Election Hacks, Some States Return to Paper Ballots
It's one of the ways states are trying to address growing concerns about the cybersecurity of voting.
• Top State Officials Join Bipartisan Fight Against Election Hacking