Last month before adjourning for recess and the campaign trail, Senate leaders introduced The Bipartisan American ...

The National League of Cities (NLC), in partnership with Bearing Advisors, announced the relaunch of Prevent+Protect, an ...

Cities are operating in varied circumstances and structures. Some may be focused on modernizing outdated staffing structures, processes, and policies to meet their city’s current needs. Others may ...

Authored by George M. Cook, Performing the Duties of the Director of the U.S. Census Bureau Right now, the U.S. Census Bureau ...

City governments are often navigating resource constraints and may not feel that staff time is available to undertake strategies to address workforce challenges. However, taking time to invest in the ...

Artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a transformative force in contemporary society. From improving diagnostics in healthcare to enhancing the customer experience in retail, AI has made ...

Cities across the country have been employing innovative practices to address the nuanced needs of their municipal workforces. From growing community awareness of public sector careers to improving ...

Nominate a Woman Leader for the WIMG Leadership Award! Each year, the National League of Cities Women in Municipal Government (WIMG) Constituency Group recognizes an individual for initiating creative ...

Every day, municipal leaders across the South navigate complex economic challenges. Barriers such as limited job growth, restricted access to capital and a lack of affordable housing make it difficult ...

In the dynamic realm of local governance, the State of the Cities report captures local leaders' collective vision and unwavering commitment. This comprehensive study, backed by a survey of mayors and ...

Local governments across the country are responding to rapid growth in data center development. Cities, towns and counties are adopting zoning standards, negotiating development agreements, reviewing ...

In their 2025-2026 term, the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) issued decisions that directly impact local governments on issues including local government tax foreclosure and the amount of ...