| TOP STORIES Ohio Invests in Opioid Detection Tech for Investigators
A pair of agencies in one of the states hit hardest by the opioid epidemic has invested in handheld devices that identify dangerous substances in minutes, saving time and potentially first responders’ lives. READ MORE Texas School District Gets Creative to Close Digital Divide
Like many public school districts with limited resources, Duncanville ISD officials had to think creatively to tackle the digital divide amid the pandemic. READ MORE New Flyer Introduces First Autonomous Bus in North America
The Xcelsior AV — an electric, autonomous transit bus, developed by New Flyer and Robotic Research — is headed for testing in a pilot project with the Connecticut Department of Transportation. READ MORE Changing Times, Funding Threaten Connectivity in Rural Texas
As state subsidies for Internet and phone service access for rural Texans hang in the balance, rural telephone service providers are staring down the barrel of substantial funding cuts. READ MORE New Procurement Software Aims for First-Time Purchases
The startup UrbanLeap, now about four years old, has made a name for itself helping local governments try new things. Now it's launching a new solution to help the public sector make purchases as well. READ MORE Practical Ways Older Adults Can Manage Their Security Online
The new book “Senior Cyber: Best Security Practices for Your Golden Years” by Scott N. Schober offers a timely resource for anyone, especially seniors, who wants an easy, fun read that helps safely manage online life. READ MORE | 
