Plus, Louisiana has launched a new program to expand device access, New Mexico has awarded new broadband planning grants, a city in Virginia has a new mobile library branch, and more.
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Kader Sakkaria will help guide the state’s governance, policy and adoption efforts. Officials created the role last year to be the principal executive and policy authority for AI and machine learning.
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In a move intended to thwart attacks, the Secretary of State’s Cyber Defense Team has expanded its drills to help election board workers hone their cybersecurity awareness by spotting suspicious emails.
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The massive, Texas-based gov tech supplier has recently touted how AI and payments will play a big role in the company’s growth. Franklin Williams and Ryan O’Connor will take over those positions.
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Flock Safety and its automated license plate reader tools have many supporters. But a growing backlash against the company around privacy and data sharing could impact its future in American cities.
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Introducing the 2026 Top 25 Doers, Dreamers and Drivers.
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San Diego CIO Jonathan Behnke said that despite some of AI‘s drawbacks, like a loss of knowledge among entry-level workers, most employees are seeing its upsides.
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In Latah County, CIO Laurel Caldwell doesn’t anticipate adding to her staff of six full-time employees, but rather embracing new technologies by expanding their skillsets.
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The Federal Communications Commission is re-evaluating the E-rate program, scrutinizing how funds are spent and whether technology is actually supporting student learning and safety.
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The National Council of Teachers of English published a guide to coach educators on how to use artificial intelligence tools in a way that enhances students' critical-thinking and writing skills.
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Duke University is building a two-story data center with "energy-efficient, carbon emission-aware infrastructure" to facilitate research. Some locals don't see an issue, and others are skeptical about environmental safety.
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Nevada's largest school district has seen declining enrollment over the last decade, but among 43 schools that have seen enrollment increase and been open for at least 10 years, 24 have magnet programs.
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The Texas-based electric vehicle maker has applied to build a charging hub with 56 stalls for autonomous cabs. The facility would serve its private ride-hailing fleet, and not the general public.
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A new report from the Urbanism Next Center and the Shared-Use Mobility Center examines the varied regulatory landscape for shared mobility. Regulations can help cities shape new forms of travel.
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The Ohio city’s chief innovation and technology officer is focused on continually evolving its processes to keep up with rapid tech advances. Residents, she said, want to interact with government “differently.”
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As e-bikes have become increasingly popular modes of transportation for students, injuries have become more common, and school districts are having to manage bike traffic and establish clear rules.
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In Charlotte, CIO Markell Storay is making sure his team has the skills they need to stand up new tech. He's also putting policies in place to support their efforts.
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Starting in the 2026-27 school year, K-12 students in Illinois will not be able to use wireless devices during the regular school day, with exceptions for issues like health management or special education.
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