Lessons from 20 years of CitiStat; Economic indicators of 2020; Digital equity work must continue

Initiatives to close the digital divide must last beyond the COVID-19 pandemic to work

By The Conversation

How hard would it be to provide free internet on an ongoing basis? A researcher who specializes in curriculum design and integrating tech into education explores the issue, looking especially at pandemic-time internet-for-all examples in D.C., Philadelphia and Chicago.

Economists are tracking these indicators to understand the recession and the election

By Stephen BabcockPlus, Comptroller Peter Franchot criticizes Gov. Larry Hogan's small business relief package. Here's a look at highlights from the Greater Baltimore Committee's Economic Outlook Conference.
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From gotcha to collaboration: CitiStat’s growing pains in Baltimore offer lessons for data-driven government

By Donte KirbyBaltimore was a pioneer in implementing data-driven management in local government, but over 20 years it wasn't always embraced. The lesson? Culture and leadership matter.
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A food delivery biz and IoT device maker sign on for new space near BWI

By Stephen BabcockImperfect Foods and JACS Solutions are moving to new spaces in Anne Arundel County.
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This Week in Jobs DMV: A Mouthful Edition

By Alan NeuhauserPo-boys, jobs and more.
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