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fromwww.cbc.ca
1 day ago

Weeks after Toronto's record snowfall, some residents are still struggling to use sidewalks | CBC News

Some residents are still struggling to get by as snow clearing efforts continue three weeks after Toronto's record-breaking snowfall. The lack of snow clearing on sidewalks forced Regal Heights neighbourhood resident Megan Rodd to walk on the road when taking her two young children to daycare. It's pretty dangerous because there's traffic coming from both ways, she said. I was super frustrated.
Canada news
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

Op-Ed | Mayor Mamdani must prioritize services for people over politics | amNewYork

City government must prioritize prompt snow removal, garbage collection, and protection of vulnerable residents during storms over performative politics.
California
fromPadailypost
2 months ago

City introduces AI chatbot to answer residents' questions

Palo Alto launched CityAssist, a Citibot-powered AI chatbot on the city website to help residents with services and municipal information.
fromenglish.elpais.com
6 months ago

$350 per body: Mafias take over a public cemetery in Ecuador

When Luis, 80, died this past April, his daughter Mariana discovered that the cemetery would charge her $350 for a burial mound, contingent on his background.
Public health
Mobile UX
fromFuturism
6 months ago

Detroit's Using Robots to Pick Up Garbage, Mow Grass, Clear Snow, and Much More

Detroit is integrating robot technology like BeBot and others to enhance municipal services.
Toronto
fromwww.cbc.ca
7 months ago

Toronto's proposed rat attack plan faces 1st hurdle | CBC News

A new rat control plan in Toronto focuses on preventing food and shelter availability rather than extermination.
NYC politics
from48 hills
8 months ago

What the Lurie budget does-and doesn't-offer - 48 hills

The mayor's budget prioritizes law enforcement and public safety over essential services for vulnerable populations, reflecting a significant policy choice.
Miami food
fromMiami Herald
9 months ago

Water bills may soon get cheaper in Miami Gardens - and go up in 5 other cities

Lillie Barr voices her concerns over high water bills due to a surcharge, catalyzing legislative changes to remove it for her community.
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