A new report looks at reasons why public officials should evaluate their future network demands before rolling out Next-Gen 911 upgrades.

Each of seven companies developing solutions for urban areas will receive $150,000 and run through a 20-week accelerator program.

Four companies received more than $300,000 to fund innovative transportation and parking projects around Michigan.

A report from California State Auditor Elaine Howle shows four California law enforcement agencies aren't following their privacy policies, if they have one at all. One researcher told StateScoop the problem is far more widespread.

A state task force that published a report this week says the state's policy work could also be used by other states navigating the emerging ethical minefield that is artificial intelligence.

Data from California's eight largest police agencies includes demographics of people stopped on foot and in vehicles and what actions officers took.

Mississippi CIO Craig Orgeron says the state is currently revamping its IT job classifications to match the modern technology landscape.

Massachusetts CIO Curtis Wood says his experience in public safety taught him the importance of technologists paying attention to the action on the ground.

Wisconsin CIO David Cagigal says the introduction of digital networks into 911 call centers is presenting public safety officials with unfamiliar technologies.