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Local leaders see data centers, which help power the world’s shift to artificial intelligence, as a way to keep their towns open. Residents worry their way of life — and water — is at stake.
Lawmakers approved a $17 million plan to replace expiring federal tax credits, preventing rate hikes of more than 300 percent for some households.
Some states that have dropped degree requirements for public-sector jobs still force non-degree training providers to navigate a labyrinth of rules as if they were traditional colleges. It’s a fundamental roadblock to economic mobility.
Many of our deepest political problems have the same surprising source.
California is set to adopt the nation’s first legal definition of ultra-processed foods, part of a growing red-blue wave targeting additives, dyes and school meals as childhood obesity rises.
Kindergarten readiness and degree attainment are improving, yet literacy challenges, soaring tuition and student well-being concerns continue to weigh on the system.
Columbus, Ohio, is one of the fastest-growing cities in the country, its economy driven by an unusual culture of cooperation led by Mayor Andrew Ginther.
State and local government leaders know their budgets are being swamped by federal changes. They need to act fast to mitigate the impacts.
Amtrak’s Mardi Gras line began running twice-a-day service between New Orleans and Mobile, Ala., in August. Gulf Coast cities are hoping it will bring new people to town.
This shutdown could last for a while, leaving states short of funds for a variety of programs. There’s no guarantee this time that they’ll be reimbursed in the end.
Gov. Abbott has his critics but there's no denying Texas' economic success during his time in office. The state's GDP has increased 60 percent on his watch.
Congress and the states run on different fiscal calendars. Blame Nixon.
Even in the days leading up to her assassination, Hortman offered an example of political bravery and smarts.
Clear, consistent planning and messaging helped New Rochelle, N.Y., build thousands of housing units with minimal blowback.
When police or other agencies face major lawsuits, figuring out how to fund settlements can be difficult.
State humanities councils connect Americans with their past and each other. That work is under threat due to federal cuts.
States are doing the bidding of big drugmakers by limiting the cost-saving role of pharmacy benefit managers.
State lawmakers are making the right move by curtailing the major middlemen of drug sales, known as pharmacy benefit managers.
Kentucky Secretary of State Michael G. Adams is one of the few public officials who's found a way to address both election security and ballot access concerns.
Felecia Alston Green, a tech leader for DeKalb County, Ga., has modernized many of its most important internal and public-facing functions.
As traditional development slows, accessory dwelling units now represent 30–45 percent of new permits and more than half of the affordable homes in unincorporated areas.
In recent months, major cities including San Francisco, San Jose, San Diego, Fresno and Los Angeles have significantly stepped up efforts to clear encampments. Officials say it's an overdue shift in policy around homelessness.
The only state with such a program didn’t get there overnight. Years of action at the state Capitol and the ballot box set the stage. It’s a lesson for lawmakers in other states facing the fiscal challenges of providing services families need amid diminishing federal aid.
State and local retirement systems should collaborate to develop an AI-powered digital assistant to help government employees make better financial decisions throughout their careers. Hand-me-downs from the private sector won't cut it.
Already, 1 in 3 counties receive federal disaster declarations each year. With disasters growing in strength and frequency, federal policies need to change.
Gov. Joe Lombardo struck a deal with the DOJ to expand cooperation with ICE, ending the state’s sanctuary label.
Officials have denied public access to findings on the Gas Co. Tower, one of the city’s tallest buildings, even as engineers warn it could be unusable after a major earthquake without costly retrofits.
The bill aims to get around federal protections for gun manufacturers.
Bringing generative artificial intelligence to bear on a staple of local government promises substantial improvements.
Ryan Walters departs amid clashes with the governor, controversies over TV displays and academic battles.
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