Getty Images Former Marriott executive named Oklahoma’s new CIO Three months after the abrupt departure of its most recent chief information officer, Oklahoma has appointed Dan Cronin to be the new state CIO. 6 days ago By Keely Quinlan
(HaizhanZheng / Getty Images) Two-year agenda from Colorado Gov. Jared Polis makes digital service delivery a priority for state agencies Under a new operational agenda from Gov. Jared Polis, Colorado will focus on improving digital services through 2027. Jan 2, 2025 By Keely Quinlan
(Getty Images) Five big state IT stories that made 2024 In addressing common technology challenges, five big IT stories emerged across all U.S. states in 2024. Dec 31, 2024 By Keely Quinlan
(Getty Images) Here are the states getting new CIOs in 2025 Several CIOs have announced over the past few weeks that they’ll be vacating their state roles at the end of this year or in 2025. Dec 27, 2024 By Keely Quinlan
(Getty Images) Pittsburgh transit authority hit with ransomware attack The transit authority said it's investigating a ransomware attack that briefly caused disruptions to the city's public transportation system. Dec 26, 2024 By Keely Quinlan
(Getty Images) Texas awards $170M contract to SAIC for IT, cybersecurity services SAIC will assist Texas in providing its state agencies with cybersecurity monitoring and management services. Dec 26, 2024 By Keely Quinlan
A real-time pothole detection from the City of Memphis. (City of Memphis Public Works Division) Memphis piloting AI video tech equipped on city trucks to find, fix infrastructure issues So far, the AI-equipped trucks can detect potholes, clogged storm drain inlets, high grass and illegally dumped trash. Dec 24, 2024 By Keely Quinlan
Getty Images Alaska to overhaul ‘outdated’ permanent fund application process with AI tech The new AI tech is expected to shorten application review times for Alaska's Permanent Fund Dividend program. Dec 23, 2024 By Keely Quinlan
Washington, D.C., Mayor Muriel Bowser delivers remarks at the Legacy Leadership Luncheon Awards during the National Urban League ‘s 2022 Conference in Washington. (Brian Stukes / Getty Images) Washington, D.C., announces $3.8M in digital equity funds Mayor Muriel Bowser announced the city will provide $3.8 million to connect residents to high-speed internet and digital education services. Dec 9, 2024 By Keely Quinlan
(Getty Images) New Jersey shares AI translation tool materials with other states After accelerating its own AI translation services for unemployment insurance, New Jersey is sharing resources for use in other states. Dec 5, 2024 By Keely Quinlan