Detroit quietly pushes Airbnb out of residential zones

An update to Detroit's zoning code went into effect this week, making it illegal for property owners to rent out their homes or apartments in the city's R1 and R2 zones.

By Kristin Musulin • Feb. 9, 2018

Maryland maglev train construction could begin as early as 2020

Maglev technology may not only cut commute times, but could influence the development of other products, such as elevators for tall buildings.

By Kim Slowey • Feb. 6, 2018

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From worsening climate change to a shifting transportation landscape and the housing affordability crisis, cities have their work cut out for them.

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San Francisco proposal would convert parking garage into affordable housing, hotel

For cities that are hindered by a lack of land on which to build new homes, transforming lesser used properties with a sizable footprint is a promising plan.

By Katie Pyzyk • Feb. 6, 2018

FCC finalizes rural broadband auction details

The $2 billion auction aims to bring broadband to underserved rural areas.

By Katie Pyzyk • Feb. 6, 2018

Left out in the cold: Protecting smart systems from extreme temperatures

Electronics don't run optimally in frigid weather, but smart system protections are "built into the sauce," experts say.

By Katie Pyzyk • Feb. 6, 2018

Nonprofit sues Chicago for details on city's Amazon HQ2 bid

Chicago is one of 20 finalists in the running for the tech company's $5 billion second headquarters.

By Kim Slowey • Feb. 6, 2018

San Diego mayor proposes increasing live-work spaces

The goal is to increase housing supply and help the environment by reducing workers' need to commute.

By Katie Pyzyk • Feb. 5, 2018

Missouri coalition to study St. Louis–Kansas City hyperloop feasibility

Engineering firm Black and Veatch is leading the study and donating $400,000 worth of its services as part of the effort.

By Kim Slowey • Feb. 1, 2018

Minnesota using drones to scan aging bridges

The drones can hover near aging trusses, piers and bearings while collecting thousands of high-resolution images that are stitched into 3-D models.

By Laurie Cowin • Jan. 31, 2018

Developer of $15B Dallas-Houston high-speed rail unveils new details

High-speed rail projects across the U.S. are gaining popularity as states and municipalities look for new ways to decrease traffic and expand connectivity.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 31, 2018

Smart Cities Council announces grant finalists, gives special grant to Puerto Rico

Winners will be announced in March, but Puerto Rico received an early grant to aid with rebuilding after Hurricane Maria.

By Katie Pyzyk • Jan. 31, 2018

Trump proposes $1.5 trillion plan to fix 'crumbing infrastructure'

During his first State of the Union address, the president said that federal infrastructure funds should be maximized through partnerships with state and local governments, as well as private-sector investment.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 31, 2018

Amazon asks cities for secrecy in HQ2 race

In a CNBC exclusive, attendees at the annual U.S. Conference of Mayors winter meeting were tight-lipped about their plans for HQ2.

By Kristin Musulin • Jan. 26, 2018

Group of mayors, CEOs launch housing investment coalition

The Mayors & CEOs for U.S. Housing Investment was launched yesterday to advance public-private partnerships that tackle affordable housing and homelessness.

By Kristin Musulin • Jan. 26, 2018

Trump's infrastructure plan balloons to $1.7 trillion

The additional $700 billion could come from the increased investment states will be required to contribute to projects that accept federal funds.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 25, 2018

Boston Mayor Walsh to lead US Conference of Mayors housing committee

Walsh will be tasked with helping mayors across the nation develop housing strategies and address community development challenges.

By Kristin Musulin • Jan. 25, 2018

Dallas adds 6 smart programs to 'Living Lab' corridor

The projects include public Wi-Fi, smart irrigation, smart parking and a mobility initiative with Toyota.

By Katie Pyzyk • Jan. 24, 2018

Boston mayor proposes regulations for Airbnb-style rentals

The measure would impose fees and limits on short-term rentals in an attempt to incorporate the growth of the home-share industry into the city's affordable housing plan.

By Katie Pyzyk • Jan. 23, 2018

The art of easing a city's traffic gridlock

Congestion pricing strategies are surfacing around the country to address traffic flow and boost infrastructure funds.

By Katie Pyzyk • Jan. 23, 2018

AECOM report: National prosperity depends on civil infrastructure

The survey of more than 500 industry professionals worldwide identifies infrastructure's challenges, including funding struggles and lack of innovation.

By Laurie Cowin • Jan. 23, 2018

Leaked White House infrastructure draft suggests private investment on track

Details of the $1 trillion infrastructure spend were supposed to be unveiled this month, though reports have pointed to a possible reveal during President Donald Trump's State of the Union address next week.

By Mary Tyler March • Jan. 22, 2018

First cashierless Amazon Go store opens in Seattle

Amazon has smoothed out glitches in the futuristic store as one of the most anticipated retail concepts in years finally goes live. 

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 22, 2018

Report: Resilient design saves an average of $6 for every $1 spent

Building more resilient structures and those that surpass minimum building code requirements could create as many as 87,000 new jobs.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 19, 2018

The state of smart city development in 7 charts

A survey of nearly 650 utility, municipal, commercial and community stakeholders from across the U.S. found significant trends and perspectives regarding smart city progress.

By Kristin Musulin • Jan. 18, 2018

Amazon unveils top 20 contenders for HQ2

Let the jockeying begin: Amazon will make a final decision this year after a deeper dive into each city's potential.

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 18, 2018