When Americans head to the polls, presidential races typically dominate headlines. However, local elections—often overlooked by voters—have profound and direct consequences for public library millages, affecting everything from funding and… read more →
When the federal government shuts down, public libraries across America face a cascade of disruptions that extend far beyond locked doors in Washington. The 2025 government shutdown, which began in… read more →
The library landscape is undergoing a remarkable technological transformation. As artificial intelligence becomes increasingly sophisticated and accessible, libraries worldwide are exploring how these tools can enhance services, streamline operations, and… read more →
As the American Library Association prepares to celebrate its 150th anniversary in 2026, libraries nationwide have a unique opportunity to participate in this historic milestone. Founded in 1876 during Philadelphia’s… read more →
Information is often synonymous with power; yet access to information remains starkly unequal. While 58% of offline households in the United States express no interest in being online, 18% report… read more →
Landing a library position requires more than just a passion for books and knowledge. Whether you’re applying for your first library assistant role or seeking a senior librarian position, thorough… read more →
The October 2025 closure of Baker & Taylor, one of the nation’s oldest and largest library wholesalers, has sent shockwaves through the library community, revealing the precarious state of the… read more →
American libraries, long considered neutral community anchors, have now become battlegrounds in the nation’s culture wars. The political polarization surrounding these institutions is taking a devastating toll on library staff,… read more →
As digital collections expand exponentially, libraries face an overwhelming challenge: cataloging materials faster than they can accumulate them. The Library of Congress is exploring whether artificial intelligence can help catalogers… read more →
Library cataloging has undergone a significant transformation in recent decades, evolving from traditional card catalogs to sophisticated digital systems. While Machine Readable Cataloging (MARC) dominated from the 1960s through the… read more →