How to Mentor Young Workers in a Remote World
COMMENTARY | As we approach year three of the pandemic, we need to (finally) change how we train people.
They Promised Quick and Easy PPP Loans. Often, They Only Delivered Hassle and Heartache
More than a million government-approved loans ended up being canceled, including some that would have gone to people who needed the loans and applied just as they were told.
Over $1B in Rental Aid Shifted to Places Moving Faster to Spend It
Most of the federal relief funding is being redistributed voluntarily within states, but some is getting clawed back from places that didn't hit targets for putting it to use.
Kids Who Lost Parents to Covid Deserve Help, Advocates Say
Last year, 14 states passed 36 bills that aim to improve children’s mental health.
Treasury Provides Added Flexibility and Clarity With Final ARPA Rule
State and local advocates seemed generally pleased with final guidelines for the relief law's $350 billion pandemic aid program. The rules offer a big win for smaller localities in particular.
America’s Covid Rules Are a Dumpster Fire
COMMENTARY | If you’re confused by the CDC’s new isolation guidelines, you’re not the only one.
Low- and No-Code Software Increasingly Popular Among State CIOs
As states struggle to find qualified developers, a report says using these quick turnaround applications saves time, money and personnel, but there are some challenges.
Governor Declares State of Emergency Due to Covid Surge
Coronavirus hospitalizations in Maryland are headed towards a record peak, said Gov. Larry Hogan, who is activating state National Guard members to help with response efforts.
Western ‘Zoom Towns’ Take Aim at Short-Term Rentals
The coronavirus pandemic has exacerbated the affordable housing shortage in the West.
More Cities Move to Adopt Vaccine Requirements for Indoor Spaces
The added mandates come as the omicron variant of the coronavirus is surging.
No Puppy for Christmas: Online Pet Scams Proliferate
Pet fraud comprises a third of online shopping scam complaints.
US Army Creates Single Vaccine Against All COVID & SARS Variants, Researchers Say
Within weeks, Walter Reed researchers expect to announce that human trials show success against Omicron—and even future strains.
Biden to Launch Federal Covid-19 Testing Centers, New Federally Run Vaccination Sites
The White House again ups federal agency deployments to confront the pandemic and the surging Omicron variant.
Don’t Panic About Omicron. But Don’t Be Indifferent, Either.
COMMENTARY | The next wave of the pandemic requires charting a middle course between dismay and dismissal.
Booster Mandates Are a Tough Call for States, Businesses
New Mexico is the first and only state to require boosters for its employees.
Pandemic Sweetens Lure of Smaller Cities’ Relocation Incentives
Communities in 24 states are trying to attract new residents with incentives.
NYC’s Supervised Injection Sites Face Pushback
A Republican New York congresswoman has introduced a bill to defund the “Overdose Prevention Centers.”
States Add Mask Mandates, Review Roles as Omincron Variant Spreads
New York's governor declares a major statewide shift in Covid-19 policy, while Colorado's governor says he's leaving masking up to localities.
Amid Omicron Uncertainty, States Resist New Mandates
“We may be through with covid even if it’s not through with us.”
How Governments Can Minimize Harassment of Public Officials
Complex factors are at play, including polarization, misinformation and social media. But there are safety measures localities can take to protect local leaders, according to the National League of Cities.
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