When, exactly, do protests become riots?
Media coverage focused on “thugs” can distract from broader concerns
INSIGHTS: July 16, 2015 GOVERNANCE, URBAN DISPARITY
It’s Scary Just How Little We Know About Local Elections
There’s no centralized hub for elections info, so key questions about democracy remain unanswered. With new funding from the Knight Foundation, we’re changing that.
RESEARCH: July 15, 2015 GOVERNANCE
How to Get Your City Walking, DIY-Style
North Carolina-startup offers communities a fast and inexpensive way to encourage pedestrians to explore
INSIGHTS: July 14, 2015 HEALTH
Analysis shows huge differences in purchasing power between states
INSIGHTS: July 13, 2015 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
The Life and Death of the Urban Highway
Houston isn’t alone. A growing number of cities are tearing down infrastructure that cuts through downtown.
RESEARCH: July 10, 2015 TRANSPORTATION
To see the legacy of slavery, look at present-day school systems
Slavery has long since been abolished in the U.S. but the affect of its legacy may still linger in our education system.
RESEARCH: July 9, 2015 DEMOGRAPHICS, EDUCATION, URBAN DISPARITY
Moody’s Gives Houston Negative Outlook
The city's economy is booming, but the city's finances aren't quite as rosy
: July 8, 2015 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, GOVERNANCE
With $2.2 million in grants, a new type of education research thrives
A new model supports cutting-edge education research that has real-world applications
RESEARCH: July 6, 2015 EDUCATION
Five Lessons For Cities Building Shopping Districts
How cities can avoid the pitfalls that come with pursuing retail
INSIGHTS: July 6, 2015 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
What the Supreme Court’s discrimination ruling means for affordable housing
Some advocates hailed the milestone ‘disparate impact’ decision, but Houston’s housing authority says the situation is more nuanced
: July 2, 2015 HOUSING, URBAN DISPARITY
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