Robyn Lawrence

16 hours ago | urgentcomm.com | Robyn Lawrence

Local officials must act now to build emergency networks for community-based disaster resilience as federal support evaporates, experts say. By Robyn Griggs LawrenceWith the Trump administration slashing Federal Emergency Management Agency staff and pushing for decentralization, local governments are being forced to take on more responsibility for emergency management.

1 day ago | smartcitiesdive.com | Robyn Lawrence

An article from Dive Brief Bipartisan coalition says proposed cuts in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act would threaten jobs and local investments, raise energy costs and create economic uncertainty. Published June 6, 2025 Sen. John Barrasso speaks to reporters alongside U.S. Senate Majority Leader Sen. John Thune and Sen.

3 days ago | smartcitiesdive.com | Robyn Lawrence

Listen to the article 5 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. With the Trump administration slashing Federal Emergency Management Agency staff and pushing for decentralization, local governments are being forced to take on more responsibility for emergency management. Experts say cities need to prepare now by forging ties with state agencies, neighboring jurisdictions and local businesses and nonprofits.

4 days ago | smartcitiesdive.com | Robyn Lawrence

An article from Dive Brief As attacks targeting Jews and Jewish institutions surge across the U.S., one security expert demands a “coordinated, unapologetic and immediate” response. Published June 3, 2025 Lisa Turnquist of Louisville, Colorado, lays flowers and a flag at the site of Sunday’s attack on a vigil for hostages held in Gaza outside the Boulder County Courthouse in Boulder, Colorado.

5 days ago | smartcitiesdive.com | Robyn Lawrence

An article from Dive Brief The list was taken down after sheriffs, mayors and officials from listed jurisdictions pushed back, but DHS maintains the information remains valid for enforcement purposes. Published June 2, 2025 Denver Mayor Michael Johnston, Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson, Boston Mayor Michelle Wu and David J.