FCC adopts new broadband data mapping rules

Lake County, Illinois, developed two online platforms to manage vaccine distribution to avoid subjecting residents and medical personnel to technical issues.

While none of the money is targeted directly at IT, state and local governments would be able to use the money flexibly to cover a broad range of expenses.

Bill Greeves, Wake County's chief information officer, chief innovation officer and deputy county manager, will depart for a role at software company SAP in February.

Financial shortfalls were not as bad as projected, but "we're going to see reduced spending models" for some time, NASCIO Executive Director Doug Robinson said.

Ryuk has been one of the most aggressive forms of ransomware since it appeared in 2018, and has collected six-figure payments from several local governments.

The nonprofit will receive additional support this year from the consulting group Ignite Cities, furthering its mission to close the gender and diversity gaps in the technology sector.

Officials said the new platform will help officials present data to the public in more engaging and helpful ways.

"Smart" traffic signals, pedestrian counters and other connected vehicle and infrastructure projects were recently funded by the Federal Highway Administration.

Tablets in correctional institutions have been criticized roundly, but a jail administrator said they create opportunities for inmates to find personal growth.

In places without centralized vaccine management systems, local governments are turning to ticketing websites more commonly used for concerts and happy hours.