Grants once slated for trail networks and pedestrian improvements are being canceled or delayed, leaving state and local ...

With oil prices spiking at a time when voters are focused on affordability, states could find it even harder to pay for transportation needs.

Sweeping state limits — or eliminating the tax altogether — are politically appealing. But cuts in property tax rates combined with targeted state tax relief are less disruptive to local finances.

The notion that we can assume people suffering from substance use disorders will freely choose what is best for them and their children is regularly undermined by reality. Too many children have paid ...

With 17 percent of office space vacant and remote work reshaping demand, developers are pivoting toward residential construction that could help ease the region’s housing shortage.

Girmay Zahilay is the first new executive of King County, Wash., in 16 years. His restructure of the executive office sprouted rumors he "fired everyone" — but Zahilay says he's just organizing his ...

Corpus Christi leaders say a water emergency could arrive within months, with shortages potentially disrupting major industries and fuel distribution.

Officials from both parties have halted proposed warehouse conversions in several states, even as federal officials continue ...

While New York has ambitious climate mandates, deregulation and early infrastructure investments have allowed Texas to build renewable energy much faster.

After 24 hours of grinding floor debate, the Washington House approved an income tax on households earning more than $1 million per year.

Critical infrastructure that holds up the state’s foster care system is quietly collapsing, leaving children at risk. A well-meaning reform for sexual abuse survivors is contributing to the crisis.

Proposed legislation would allow schools to check immigration status and potentially deny enrollment or charge tuition, ...