Mexico’s Drought: Country Faces a Water Emergency
Mexico, or large parts of it, is running out of water.An extreme…
What if Public Funds Were Controlled by the Public?
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In a Michigan County, Stimulus Funds Are Remaking Public Health Programs
LANSING, Mich. — In an underserved neighborhood of Michigan’s capital city, a…
The Rise of the Crypto Mayors
For now, most crypto-enthused officials are focused on comparatively modest projects. Mark…
Seven Virginia School Boards Sue Over Governor’s Mask Order
Seven school districts in Virginia sued Gov. Glenn Youngkin on Monday, objecting…
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India Cities Ban Eggs, Drawing a Backlash
AHMEDABAD, India — The raid came just after sunset. Plainclothes municipal workers…
Cities Try to Lure Factories as U.S. Pushes to Fix Chip Shortage
TAYLOR, Texas — The shortage of computer chips has zapped energy from…