Before Congress revisits the Internet-sales issue, states are developing a simpler and more uniform tax-collection process.

If Philadelphia can just clear away the rubble of its abandoned buildings, whole new neighborhoods might spring up. But it will cost a fortune, and there's no guarantee it will work.

Florida is launching a great experiment to cut health costs with better care for the chronically ill.

Maine's reformers believe they are washing the special interest money out of state politics. But critics say they are just laundering it.

Light rail may have sex appeal, but a growing number of cities are jazzing up a more affordable alternative--bus rapid transit.