AI, sensors enhance wildfire detection
A pilot program in Oregon’s Willamette Valley will test how well artificial intelligence-enabled sensors can identify and characterize wildfires, which will help with responder resource allocation and boost community resilience.
Digitized ID eases re-entry for formerly incarcerated
To streamline the re-entry process for released inmates, the Maryland Re-Entry Passport program launched an online portal that stores digitized copies of personal documents.
CDC map shows health impact of local environmental burdens
The Environmental Justice Index gives state and local leaders a holistic view of environmental, social and health issues in their communities.
Platform streamlines sharing, analysis of criminal justice data
The Justice Counts initiative is developing a cloud-based portal to address the long-standing lack of standardized, accessible criminal justice metrics.
Machine learning maps location of lead pipes
An open-source map will help communities find and remove pipes faster.
Where states can learn to turn data into decisions
The Data Labs program helps participating states design data projects that deliver operational efficiency and improved services.
Better data management makes digital services shine
Leveraging metadata and establishing data sharing frameworks across agencies can help government achieve higher data quality and security.
Dashboard helps city track diversity, equity, inclusion progress
Philadelphia’s workforce diversity dashboard collects and visualizes demographic data on city employees.
Urban heat map reveals priority spots for cooling efforts
Citizen scientists in Milwaukee collected air temperature and humidity data to help state officials focus where heat prevention efforts are most needed.
How AI helps one city spot damaged rooftops
The Baltimore Department of Housing and Community Department is using a mix of artificial intelligence, GIS-based flyover imagery and building code enforcement data to automatically detect at-risk buildings.
Stitching together health data and GIS for better decision-making
An enterprise geographic information systems platform is how the Washington Department of Health aims to get more useful data into the hands of health officials.
Data index helps officials allocate opioid settlement funds
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services recently launched a county-level social vulnerability index that officials can use to make data-driven decisions on how to efficiently spend opioid settlement funds.
State eyes sports betting kiosks
The Massachusetts Gaming Commission wants to know if and how it can safely and profitably introduce sports betting machines at retailers.
AI-enabled robots may increase recycling, workplace safety
Automating the recycling sorting process can increase waste management efficiency and play a valuable role in reducing environmental contamination.
Facial recognition: Can fake data produce real results?
Diversifying training datasets with computer-generated faces may help break down bias in the technology, but one expert says using synthetic images is a step too far.
Challenges quickly test creative solutions to operational snags
Long Beach’s annual smart city challenge focuses on improving customer satisfaction with service delivery.
How data sharing amplifies benefits programs
When information is shared across agencies, leaders can craft more equitable solutions and unlock the full potential of available resources.
Future-proofing smart cities with open standards
Open standards can help smart cities prevent tech obsolescence and maximize growth.
City to integrate fleet vehicles with GPS network
Cincinnati aims to modernize its fleet using GPS that tracks vehicle location, collects engine data and improves communication among drivers and dispatch.
No good deed goes unpunished: How phishing exploits gov workers
Phishing attacks target employees’ natural curiosity and their commitment to public service, experts say.
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