Seattle business tax proposal would fund program to curb homelessness

The proposed tax could raise about $24 million annually to fund housing options for the homeless population.

By Katie Pyzyk • Oct. 16, 2017

London tests LED crosswalk that responds to real-time conditions

The "smart crossing" is designed to increase safety at intersections by responding to pedestrians, cyclists and motorists.

By Katie Pyzyk • Oct. 16, 2017

Denver mayor resists green roof measure

If passed, the legislation would require new buildings of 25,000 square feet or more be outfitted with at least 20% green roof and/or sustainable features.

By Kim Slowey • Oct. 16, 2017

Amazon’s HQ2 city could already be home to one of its R&D hubs

One-quarter of the company's employees work in research and development hubs around the U.S., shedding light on where it might expand its footprint.

By Kim Slowey • Oct. 13, 2017

Logistics companies are seeking P3s to overcome urban operating challenges

Transportation and delivery businesses are facing challenges with operating in cities — and they're seeking more public-private solutions.

By Katie Pyzyk • Oct. 12, 2017

Cities are growing so quickly that ‘megacity’ may face redefinition

Growth is happening most rapidly in less developed countries, fueled by migration and natural increase. 

By Kristin Musulin • Oct. 12, 2017

Hoping to build a more secure city? Follow these 5 steps

During the recent Smart Cities Week, Kelsey Finch of the Future of Privacy Forum led a discussion on what cities must do to safeguard privacy.

By Kristin Musulin • Oct. 11, 2017

Oracle to offer blockchain-based cloud service

As blockchain sweeps the service-provider industry, another top SaaS/ERP software company picks up the tech. 

By Jennifer McKevitt , Kate Patrick Macri , Alex Hickey • Oct. 9, 2017

10 cybersecurity experts to follow on Twitter

Twitter feeds should be equal parts self-indulgent thoughts and best cybersecurty practices. How is your feed measuring up? 

By Samantha Schwartz • Oct. 9, 2017

The 500-year storm: Quantifying Maria’s destruction

A look at the damage Puerto Rico has suffered from Hurricane Maria — and strategies cities can take to avoid similar fates.

By Cody Boteler • Oct. 5, 2017

Harvard survey: Only one-third of businesses have developed resiliency plans

If city leaders want businesses to get on board with resiliency and sustainability plans, they should target their concerns: costs and continuity of operations.

By Cody Boteler • Oct. 5, 2017

Missouri P3 is vying for a Hyperloop One route

The company has not indicated it is considering a route there, but the state hopes the move to secure public and private support puts it in contention.

By Mary Tyler March • Oct. 4, 2017

ITC seeks more details as solar sector battles over remedies in trade case hearing

More than 50 stakeholders crowded the ITC's hearing room to debate the merits of proposed tariffs as well as a quota and floor price in a 9-hour hearing Tuesday. 

By Krysti Shallenberger • Oct. 4, 2017

Study: These cities are most likely to win Amazon’s $5B HQ2 bid

New York City topped the list due to its transportation systems and supply chain access, though the high business costs there could be a deterrent.

By Kim Slowey • Oct. 4, 2017

Report: Urban greening is the key to improving public health

The Nature Conservancy highlighted how trees can improve air quality, minimize urban heat island effects, support water quality and create more aesthetic city environments.

By Kristin Musulin • Oct. 3, 2017

Bicameral legislation would authorize $1.1B over 5 years for smart cities projects

Three Democratic lawmakers have introduced legislation to support smart cities projects around the nation, but a lack of bipartisan support could spell trouble. 

By Cody Boteler • Oct. 3, 2017

Municipal cans, rats and recycling: Challenges and success stories from Baltimore

Three waste and recycling officials from Baltimore recently gave their takes on what Baltimore is doing well, and what challenges remain for the city.

By Cody Boteler • Oct. 3, 2017

Former California city employee pleads guilty to embezzling over $600,000

A former employee of the Glendale, Calif. City Attorney’s office has agreed to plead guilty to embezzling nearly $610,000 in taxpayer dollars over a 17-year period.

By Jason Axelrod • Oct. 2, 2017

Q&A: DC CTO Archana Vemulapalli on city projects and residents’ data collection fears

In the second installment of this two-part interview, the chief technology officer highlighted the city's current technological pilot programs and keeping residents' data private.

By Katie Pyzyk • Oct. 2, 2017

How Bigbelly is leveraging its compactors for smart city solutions

The Boston-based company, known for its solar-powered trash compactors, is now looking at ways to leverage the thousands of units deployed across cities.

By Cody Boteler • Sept. 29, 2017

Uber to appeal loss of operating license in London

Uber's license in London will expire at the end of September, though the company can continue to operate during the appeal process.

By Cody Boteler • Sept. 28, 2017

Nanogrid storage could prevent future Puerto Rico-style electricity disasters

As the island territory struggles to keep the lights on, a Cornell professor suggests a way forward: designing buildings that can generate and store their own power.

By Cody Boteler • Sept. 28, 2017

Q&A: DC CTO Archana Vemulapalli on mobility and diverse populations

In the first part of this two-part interview, the chief technology officer highlighted technology's role in mobility and meeting the needs of diverse populations.

By Katie Pyzyk • Sept. 28, 2017

Solar sector steels for tariff fight after ITC harm ruling

Industry groups are pushing for softer trade remedies after the ITC found harm to domestic solar manufacturers last week. 

By Krysti Shallenberger • Sept. 28, 2017

The future of the company town is high-tech and amenity-rich

But providing employment, housing and lifestyle amenities in close proximity may not be enough to attract and retain today's workers.

By Kim Slowey • Sept. 28, 2017