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

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

Cincinnati announces RFP for mobile-friendly transit data tool

The tool is intended to promote innovation and help users optimize their mobility experience around the city. 

By Kristin Musulin • Oct. 26, 2017

Study: ‘No statistical evidence’ police body cams influence behaviors in DC

City police partnered with The Lab @ DC to gather data from the body cams and analyze how they influence police and citizen interactions.

By Katie Pyzyk • Oct. 25, 2017

Q&A: The roles cities can play in developing smart mobility

Nat Parker, CEO of moovel North America, discussed where he thinks the future of mobility is headed — and how cities will drive that development.

By Cody Boteler • Oct. 23, 2017

Report: Cities advance LGBTQ rights despite state, federal laws

An annual report notes municipalities of all sizes are making progress with equal rights, even in states without legislation that supports the LGBTQ community.

By Katie Pyzyk • Oct. 23, 2017

Toronto officially announces Sidewalk Labs as smart city partner

"Sidewalk Toronto" will become an innovation playground for Google's sister subsidiary.

By Kristin Musulin • Oct. 19, 2017

‘I still worry’: City utility leaders reflect on impact of Flint water crisis

Representatives from five water service providers spoke out on how the crisis, which started making headlines two years ago, affected their cities.

By Katie Pyzyk • Oct. 19, 2017

Dallas developer proposes ‘smart district’ with city’s tallest building

The development surrounding the landmark skyscraper could also be in the running for Amazon's new HQ2.

By Kim Slowey • Oct. 19, 2017

Oh, rats: Chicago tops list of rodent-infested US cities

The rodents are more prevalent in homes and businesses during the cooler months.

By Katie Pyzyk • Oct. 18, 2017

Civic groups to Amazon: ‘Pay your fair share’ in the city you choose

In an open letter to Amazon, representatives from 85 organizations provided requests for jobs, transparency and community-building in the future HQ2 city. 

By Katie Pyzyk • Oct. 18, 2017