Houston unveils 20-year plan to rebuild its downtown

"Plan Downtown" highlights multiple strategies for redevelopment, including creating a new transit circuit, enhancing walkability and establishing an "Innovation District."

By Kristin Musulin • Nov. 15, 2017

Cities impose taxes on Airbnb

As Airbnb and other short-term rental companies continue to gain prominence and widespread adoption, cities have begun levying taxes on the rentals.

By Jason Axelrod • Nov. 14, 2017

US cities, businesses highlight climate efforts at UN meeting

"There is nothing Washington can do to stop us," former New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg said of the efforts.

By Robert Walton • Nov. 14, 2017

New city logos and branding unveiled to mixed response

Cities are releasing new logos and slogans, but not everyone is thrilled with the new designs.

By Jason Axelrod • Nov. 13, 2017

8 Smart City Expo World Congress speakers to follow this week

The world's largest smart city expo is here — and Smart Cities Dive has a way for you to keep up with it.

By Kristin Musulin • Nov. 13, 2017

Seattle mayor announces expansion of affordable housing plan

The plan is part of a larger Housing Affordability and Livability Agenda goal of creating 20,000 affordable homes by 2025.

By Katie Pyzyk • Nov. 13, 2017

Philadelphia leaders prioritize community while developing a smart city roadmap

The City of Brotherly Love is placing a strong focus on community needs instead of simply pushing government agendas or technology trends.

By Katie Pyzyk • Nov. 9, 2017

Election 2017: The cities facing new leadership and legislation

Democrats swept major mayoral races on Tuesday night while a number of ballot measures were preliminarily passed.

By Kristin Musulin • Nov. 8, 2017

Atlanta pilots ‘Rides to Wellness’ program to increase healthcare access

The program aims to increase collaboration between health and transportation providers and train participants to confidently use public transportation.

By Kristin Musulin • Nov. 6, 2017

Federal report: It’s ‘extremely likely’ that humans cause climate change

The report says there is "no convincing alternative explanation" for global warming over the last century.

By Katie Pyzyk • Nov. 6, 2017

The great hunt for Amazon HQ2: 3 cities on our short list

While Amazon is sifting through its several hundred proposals, with a result expected in 2018, the CIO Dive Editorial Team predicts three contenders. 

By Naomi Eide , Samantha Schwartz , Alex Hickey • Nov. 6, 2017

Without regulation by Congress, would you get in a self-driving car?

For the first time, driving is no longer about avoiding people and objects. In fact, it's the opposite. 

By Samantha Schwartz • Nov. 3, 2017

Report: 51% of city residents have mixed feelings about the sharing economy

Public safety is a top concern surrounding the sharing economy, specifically with ride-sharing and home-sharing.

By Kristin Musulin • Nov. 3, 2017

Trump dubs November Critical Infrastructure Security and Resilience Month

Despite calling for the need to safeguard national infrastructure, the president still has yet to relay any further details on his $1 trillion plan for public works.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 3, 2017

Election 2017: 4 ballot measures cities should watch

Four ballot measures, to be presented to voters in three states on Nov. 7, have particular focuses on smart city initiatives.

By Katie Pyzyk • Nov. 2, 2017

IoT leaders will ‘salivate’ over opportunities in Indiana, says local mayor

The state's first IoT Lab is slated to open in Fishers, IN in January.

By Kristin Musulin • Nov. 2, 2017

ITC proposes 3 solar trade case remedies with tariffs, quotas and capped imports

The agency will send three remedy recommendations to President Donald Trump, who has final say. 

By Krysti Shallenberger • Nov. 1, 2017

New York Green Bank seeks $1B in private sector funding for clean energy projects

The bank also plans to start working with other states to help them establish similar funding entities.

By Robert Walton • Nov. 1, 2017

Report: Federal support is key to smart cities’ success

The Center for Data Innovation reports that backing from the federal government should include funding and coordination assistance.

By Katie Pyzyk • Nov. 1, 2017

Michigan capital files zoning records lawsuit against neighboring Lansing Township

Lansing, Mich. is suing the nearby Lansing Township over a 2015 moratorium that the mayor says cost the city several million dollars.

By Jason Axelrod • Nov. 1, 2017

Cisco launches State Digital Acceleration program in Michigan

The company will work with Michigan to pilot a connected roadways program, advance citizen-centric government and increase enrollment in its Networking Academy. 

By Kristin Musulin • Oct. 31, 2017

Saudi Arabia announces $500B plan to build a new megacity

Leaders are talking with global companies like Amazon and Alibaba to develop technologies for the new city.

By Katie Pyzyk • Oct. 30, 2017

How collaboration facilitates smarter communities

When it comes to improving communities, electric companies, state utility regulators, consumer advocates and leaders are up against similar challenges — and working toward similar goals.

By Katrina McMurrian • Oct. 30, 2017

High times ahead: California cities prepare for impact of legal marijuana

The state's cannabis industry could be worth up to $7 billion — which creates a lot of pressure to get the governance right. 

By Katie Pyzyk • Oct. 26, 2017

From P3s to ‘invisible collection’: How state and local agencies are financing infrastructure fixes

As the nation's infrastructure continues to crumble, governments at all levels are grappling with how best to fund those public goods.

By Kim Slowey • Oct. 26, 2017