Urban Edge

Insights, perspectives and stories about building better cities and better lives

The Results Are In: Houstonians Like Their Fire and EMS Service; Give Poor Marks to Streets and Sidewalks

A new survey finds consensus across communities in Houston around many city services and quality of life issues

It's the Kinder Institute's Birthday! Take a Look Back at Seven Years of Success

On this date in 2010, Rice announced the formation of a new "Institute for Urban Research."

Diversity is on the Rise in Urban and Rural Communities, and It's Here to Stay

Throughout history, notions of who belongs in American society have expanded to incorporate new groups. History could repeat itself for today’s immigrants -- if they're given a chance.

In the Trump Era, Cities May Have to Pursue a Self-Help Approach to Affordable Housing

Housing advocates look to cities to lead the way in affordability.

We Need Your Help to Study “Near Miss” Collisions in Houston

We need your help to better understand the threats facing pedestrians and cyclists in Houston.

Lawsuit Seeks to End Housing Voucher Discrimination

A Dallas advocacy group that recently won a high-profile Supreme Court case is now mounting a legal challenge against policies that make it hard for renters to use Section 8 vouchers.

Houston Ranks Last in Job Creation in 2016

Today, Houston finds itself in the company of cities like Hartford and Birmingham.

O'Malley on 2020: Keeping an Open Mind and Heart

"I don't have anything special planned just yet, but I'm keeping an open mind and an open heart."

Report: After Recession, Metro Areas Are Losing Businesses

The recovery has been uneven as a smaller number of cities account for a larger percentage of new businesses.

After HUD Investigation Found Civil Rights Violations, Houston Moves on Affordable Housing

City council approved 11 proposed developments, but only some will secure the competitive low income housing tax credits from the state.