How Diversification is Changing America’s Families
As both Houston and the United States become more diverse, study sheds lights on what that means closer to home.

Segregated Schools; Stadium Boondoggles and Trump State Park: Urban Insights From Around The Web
A new feature highlighting the week’s interesting, important and downright weird news about cities.

Why Residents Have Nuanced Views of Gentrification
Research reveals stark differences among how middle-class residents perceive redevelopment.

What Are “Road Diets,” and Why Are They Controversial?
Despite criticism, even the federal government says the technique is effective.

America’s Highways are Crumbling. Is That a Bad Thing?
Former Milwaukee mayor urges cities to re-think the urban highway and focus on the street grid.

Forget What You’ve Heard, Houston Really Does Have Zoning (Sort Of)
Space City has a reputation for being the only big American city without zoning. That reputation is undeserved.

Flood Response; A New Type of Bikeshare and PBR Apartments: Urban Insights From Around The Web
A new feature highlighting the week’s interesting, important and downright weird news about cities.

Shanghai’s Lessons On Urban Safety
Research says migrants aren’t to blame for problems facing Chinese cities.

As Cities Faces Climate Change, Competing Models For Flood Warnings Emerge
Experts say existing systems often don’t provide enough detailed information to be useful during emergencies.

How Your Career May Influence Your Thoughts On Immigration
It’s all related to the competitiveness of your occupation.

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