How will HQ2 impact hiring for the other employers in Amazon's next city?

Wherever HQ2 lands, the local economy is poised for a boon. But for local employers, it may mean stiff competition when it comes to recruiting and retaining employees.

By Riia O'Donnell • Feb. 16, 2018

Congressional Smart Cities Caucus to convene next month

The bipartisan caucus will look to bring together lawmakers with industry leaders and other government officials to share ideas and best practices.

By Chris Teale • Feb. 16, 2018

Bloomberg Philanthropies announces 14 finalists of 2018 Public Art Challenge

Projects from the finalists include efforts to promote cultural equity, transform dumping lots into art spaces and strengthen cross-border relations.

By Kristin Musulin • Updated July 18, 2018

Study: The top 20 cities for celebrating Valentine's Day

WalletHub assessed 100 of the largest U.S. cities on key metrics such as accessibility to activities, affordable dining options and jewelry and gift stores per capita.

By Kristin Musulin • Feb. 14, 2018

DC mayor sets up driverless vehicle working group

The city also released a request for information for an autonomous vehicle pilot.

By Katie Pyzyk • Feb. 14, 2018

Trump infrastructure plan promises brighter future for rural broadband

The plan provides $50 billion in federal funding for a rural infrastructure program, which would include improving rural broadband internet offerings.

By Chris Teale • Feb. 13, 2018

Pittsburgh residents push back on Amazon HQ2: This is 'our city'

More than 100 community members gathered to express concerns about Amazon HQ2's potential impacts on the city's affordable housing, transit and overall equity.

By Kristin Musulin • Feb. 13, 2018

Boston committee meets to officially launch 'zero waste' efforts

PAYT, commercial waste franchising and better illegal dumping enforcement were among many topics covered as members began a 9-month planning process.

By Cole Rosengren • Feb. 13, 2018

San Francisco sues California over ride-share licensing

The city is challenging a state law exempting ride-share drivers from needing local business licenses.

By Katie Pyzyk • Feb. 12, 2018

World Bank, GEF launch Urban Sustainability Framework

The framework lays out a four-stage approach for cities to improve their sustainability efforts through strategic planning and financing.

By Chris Teale • Feb. 12, 2018

No, Detroit is not banning Airbnb from residential zones

The brief enforcement of a zoning code update sparked backlash from city residents, who expressed disappointment and concern due to Airbnb being a source of income.

By Kristin Musulin • Feb. 9, 2018

Knoxville partnering with CNX to prepare for 5G network

The city will partner with the telecommunications company to evaluate existing laws and regulations, and determine if 5G receivers can be attached to city-owned property.

By Chris Teale • Feb. 9, 2018

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

Report: Internet sector has strong presence in all major US cities

The NLC and the Internet Association found that the internet has a strong presence in all major metro areas, and indicated that a city's policies, not its size, drive innovation.

By Katie Pyzyk • Feb. 8, 2018

Kingston, Ontario partners with Bell to employ smart city platform

The city of 120,000 is partnering to manage its carbon emissions and provide digital kiosks for residents and visitors.

By Chris Teale • Feb. 8, 2018

Louisville submits application to use drones for gunshot response

The drones could respond to the scene of a shooting up to a minute before someone calls 911 to report shots being fired.

By Chris Teale • Feb. 8, 2018

Energy tax credits included in Senate budget deal

Tax credit extensions for nuclear plants and a number of natural gas and renewable energy technologies are in a Senate budget deal, but are likely to face opposition in the House.

By Gavin Bade • Feb. 8, 2018

Tackling the silent health risk creeping across cities: loneliness

The U.K. recently appointed a minister for loneliness to combat "the sad reality of modern life." Should the U.S. follow suit?

By Katie Pyzyk • Feb. 8, 2018

Inside Baltimore's proposed Styrofoam ban

Baltimore is considering a politically-popular ban on polystyrene foam food service products. See how the debate is playing out.

By Cody Boteler • Feb. 7, 2018

Finalists chosen in NYCx challenge to test Wi-Fi, 5G on Governors Island

Three companies are vying to win the Governors Island Connectivity Challenge, which will provide high-speed wireless to an area currently underserved by such technology.

By Chris Teale • Feb. 7, 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

Columbus, OH issues RFP for smart city data hub

The Smart Columbus Operating System will power the city's mobility initiatives and capture data on traffic, parking, street closures and weather.

By Kristin Musulin • Feb. 5, 2018

Chicago to upgrade online fee payment system, add kiosks

The city's revamped payment platform, powered by CityBase, will enable residents to pay parking fines or utility bills from their smart phones.

By Katie Pyzyk • Feb. 2, 2018

New Orleans committee unveils plan to explore smart city tech

The committee unanimously passed a resolution to open a utility docket and require Entergy New Orleans to develop a grid modernization plan.

By Kristin Musulin • Feb. 1, 2018

Florida lawmakers consider statewide dockless bike-share regulations

The state will control all dockless bike-share oversight if the law passes.

By Katie Pyzyk • Jan. 31, 2018