Digital Communities News

Federal Dashboard Tracks IT Spending

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 21:40:00 +0100

USAspending.gov revamped to track more than $70 billion in federal government IT spending, providing increased transparency for taxpayers.

Maryland State Police Overhauls its Vehicle Citation Process

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 17:52:00 +0100

Increased officer safety, improved efficiency and reduced paper use among benefits seen.

Virginia Governor Appoints Tech Board Members

Fri, 26 Jun 2009 08:11:00 +0100

Broadband Advisory Council, and the Wireless E-911 Board.

Emergency Notification System, Not Sirens, Alert Residents of Train Derailment, Fire

Thu, 25 Jun 2009 08:26:00 +0100

New siren signals might be confusing to residents.

Redesigned Web Portals Launched by California and Michigan

Wed, 24 Jun 2009 18:41:00 +0100

California and Michigan revamp their state portals to include social networking links.

Report: Virginia CIO Lem Stewart's Dismissal Probed

Tue, 23 Jun 2009 20:10:00 +0100

Assembly launches investigation into Lem Stewart's firing after he criticized Northrop Grumman's performance on a $2 billion contract.

Caltrans Director Kempton Resigns, Iwasaki Named as Replacement

Tue, 23 Jun 2009 19:01:00 +0100

"Will has been an incredible driving force behind rebuilding California's infrastructure and especially instrumental in quickly moving federal stimulus dollars out the door to transportation projects around the state."

Tennessee DOT, Text Messaging Bans, Secure Drivers Licenses and Other Transportation News

Mon, 22 Jun 2009 13:00:00 +0100

In case you missed it: transportation news wrap.

Bozeman, Mont., Rescinds Password Requirement for Job Applicants

Mon, 22 Jun 2009 08:28:00 +0100

Practice "appears to have exceeded that which is acceptable to our community."

Law Enforcement Database Tracks Gang Members Statewide

Mon, 22 Jun 2009 07:00:00 +0100

MassGangs database helps Massachusetts police departments share information on gang activity.