Recycling costs have gone up over the past 30 years. Here is why and what can be done about it.

How local governments can build smart communities using GIS technology.

The last two decades have brought waves of significant change to state laws regarding medical and recreational cannabis, which in turn have implications for local governments.

Young leaders from U.S. local governments report on visits to Southeast Asian countries to learn how they are addressing sustainability challenges.

Climate change is posing an immediate threat to local governments. Here are some tips to help you plan for and adapt to climate change in your community.

Young leaders from U.S. local governments report on visits to Southeast Asian countries to learn how they are addressing sustainability challenges.

Courageous leaders build trust by following certain principles.

Chuck Marohn, founder of Strong Towns, gives curbside chat on resilient growth at ICMA Annual Conference in Baltimore

September is National Disaster Preparedness Month. Read about some "facts and stats" on local government disaster preparedness.