The National League of Cities (NLC), in partnership with Bearing Advisors, announced the relaunch of Prevent+Protect, an ...

The National League of Cities (NLC) is calling attention to proposed changes to the 2030 Census that could significantly impact cities, towns and villages across America by ...

Co-authored by Kiley Yuthas, NLC Graduate Intern On Aug. 5, 2026, the National League of Cities, the American Planning ...

The U.S. Census Bureau has released a proposed rule that would change some of the most consequential aspects of the decennial census: who gets counted, where they get counted and what questions get ...

Building on the historic foundation of the Early Learning Nation Initiative, this program recognizes a core truth: municipal staff – at every level of city government – play a vital role within a ...

The 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act offers incentives and support for both the public and private sectors to reduce housing costs and expand housing supply. For local governments, the bill enhances ...

Authored by Gerald Young, Senior Researcher, MissionSquare Research Institute Higher pay can improve employees’ financial ...

This month, NLC hosted the Congressional City Conference in Washington, D.C., observed Women’s History Month and advocated for cities, towns and villages on Hill Day.

America’s cities are not just surviving, they are innovating and delivering every day. Mayors remain committed to providing top-quality services to their residents. The National League of Cities’ (NLC ...

discourse and engagement. Membership on the REAL Council is open to any elected or appointed official from an NLC member city. Strengthens communication practices that encourage productive ...

From among the hundreds of articles, resources, and opportunities NLC offers each day to local leaders, “3 Things to Know” is ...

Authored by Deanna Dupuy, Comprehensive Planning Manager, City of Boise; Rachael Aziz, Principal, All Together; and Lena Walker, Associate Planner, City of Boise In 2023, ...