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New anti-violence PSA may hit home, but change depends on follow-up and other factors
November 09, 2023 | News, Digital GovernmentThe US attorney for the District of Maryland recently released a PSA to help stem the tide of violence in the state. But will it work?
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Sewer rates soar as private companies buy up local water systems
| News, InfrastructureNew state laws have unleashed dozens of buyout attempts.
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What’s driving post-pandemic downtown recoveries?
November 08, 2023 | News, ManagementData shows that many of the country’s largest downtowns have more residents now than before the pandemic, but residents alone can’t revitalize downtowns.
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What kind of transportation future do we want?
| News, InfrastructureCOMMENTARY | Autonomous vehicles should be thoughtfully integrated into a balanced transportation system that also accommodates pedestrians, transit riders and cyclists.
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Democrats prove they have staying power in state elections
| News, ManagementPlus, abortion rights and pot legalization win in Ohio, Philadelphia elects its first woman mayor, and a falsely accused member of "Central Park Five" joins New York City council.
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Feds hope more data access will improve states’ SNAP delivery
| News, Digital GovernmentThe U.S. Agriculture Department is working to help states address card skimming and other persistent problems in the SNAP program.
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Ohio voted on abortion. Next year, 11 more states might, too.
| News, ManagementThe push for sending the contentious issue to voters comes on the heels of last year’s string of ballot measure wins for abortion rights in six states.
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Statewide housing programs can be complex. A good website can help.
November 07, 2023 | News, Digital GovernmentAs Colorado embarks on an aggressive program to build affordable housing, the state is turning to a website to engage and involve residents as the projects unfold.
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DELETE Act closes ‘big loophole’ and tightens regulations on data brokers
| News, Digital GovernmentCalifornia is the first state to allow residents to request that data brokers delete their personal data, but some worry it will be difficult to implement and enforce.
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Amid high heating prices, emergency funding for energy bills dries up
| News, FinanceCongress approved one-time funding last year to help low-income families pay to heat and cool their homes. As winter approaches, states and advocates are calling for more money.