Urban Edge

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

Houstonians Are Pretty Happy with Their Neighborhoods, But Experiences Vary

Houston's black and Hispanic residents reported higher rates of abandoned buildings and other quality of life concerns than white and Asian residents.

What Houstonians Have to Say About Their Neigborhoods

Houstonians generally say they'd recommend the city as a place to live. But what do they think of their individual neighborhoods?

In Texas, Houston Dominates the Most-Congested Roads List

Twelve of the top 20 most congested roads in Texas are in Houston.

Four Days in February Show Kinder Institute's Impact

The Kinder Institute has become a leading voice on some of the biggest issues facing Houston.

Refugee Ban Reminds Us We Must Defend — Not Just Celebrate — Houston’s Diversity

Diversity is at the heart of the moral blueprint of Houston. Its residents must work to preserve that.

Could Houston Become a Protest City?

The size, the sprawl, the history: what's kept Houston from earning the reputation of a protest city -- and could that change?

Why Does Houston Seem So Young?

Houston was founded in the 1830s, but a look at these maps reveals why it doesn't feel very old.

State Historical Commission Designates Astrodome a Landmark

The designation comes along with some protections for the "eighth wonder of the world."

Report: Fair Housing Faces an Uphill Battle in Texas

A new report shows 2013 changes meant to further fair housing in Texas were successful, but new changes threaten that.

Kinder Institute to Offer New Urban Data Resources

The Kinder Institute's new Urban Data Platform may be the most important, enduring effort we undertake this year.