Illinois hires CIO to oversee tech in state education programs Kevin Parker, previously the leader of Rhode Island's government innovation office, started the role in July. Oct 8, 2018 By Jared Beinart
(Getty Images) In 2018, 44 states hold computer science education policies, new study finds New research from Code.org shows that policymakers have placed strong and growing support behind computer science education in recent years. Sep 28, 2018 By Colin Wood
Seattle pumps $400K into digital literacy through annual grant program This year's Technology Matching Fund recipients are fewer, but will receive more funding. Aug 16, 2018 By Colin Wood
Grandmothers, blind students among beneficiaries of 2018 Digital Literacy Alliance grants Philadealphia's seed fund to support programs that close the city's digital divide has announced nearly 75,000 in its second round of grants. Aug 10, 2018 By Colin Wood
Autonomous and connected vehicles, housing, public safety win in first ‘Georgia Smart’ challenge Four communities have been named as winners. They receive funding and research support as the governments now begin yearlong research projects. Jun 13, 2018 By Colin Wood
Proposed Louisiana bill could require IT agency to develop policies around ‘vulgar’ online content A proposed ban on access to harmful and adult content from within state government was rewritten to exclude universities due to cost concerns. May 3, 2018
Florida starts cybersecurity training through university, cyber range partnerships Technology leaders say they're hopeful that this type of collaboration can be replicated in other state governments. Mar 20, 2018 By Ryan Johnston
How one group is hashing out smart city ideas for the globe Commentary: Founders of the Urbanova project in Spokane, Washinton, share how emerging technology and human-centered design is preparing mid-sized cities for certain and abundant growth. Mar 6, 2018 By Colin Wood
Students build simple swipe system for county workers to borrow government vehicles Annoyed with tedious paperwork, the chief information officer for Los Angeles County's parks department took his idea to local university students. Mar 1, 2018 By Ryan Johnston
Cyber ranges are bolstering the workforce in these six states States and their university systems are building virtual environments for future IT security workers to hone their skills. Feb 26, 2018 By Colin Wood