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These are the pros and cons of technology influencing urban mobility, according to transportation experts

During a panel discussion Thursday, transportation experts spoke on how technology is changing urban mobility.

Two Texas highways labeled as freeways without futures, new report says

Austin's Interstate 35 and Dallas' Interstate 345 need to be reimagined, according to a report released April 3.

Convicted felons on parole could vote if Texas bill passes. These are the potential voter demographics in Harris County

A proposed state bill would allow convicted felons serving their sentences to vote while on parole or probation.

Texas Public School Districts Get A-F Grades on Updated Tool From The Texas Tribune

The Texas Tribune updated their Texas Public Schools Explorer with 2017-2018 data this April.

Texas Republicans warn Trump about ramifications of closing U.S.-Mexico border

Among those voicing opposition to the move are U.S. Sens. John Cornyn and Ted Cruz, as well as Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick.

How Houston’s Decision On Affordable Housing Could Affect City Outcomes

The City of Houston may want to explore multilateral policies that intend to assist in rebuilding vulnerable communities.

How Immigrants' Recoveries Must Be Helped to Increase Our Region's Resilience, Report Says

A new report from the Houston Immigration Legal Services Collaborative highlights the inequities immigrants face in natural disaster recovery.

How METRO Is Upgrading Its Tech Game

Some of Houston's public transportation stops are getting digital signs to make transit more informed.

Unpacking the Power of Privileged Neighborhoods

A new study shows that growing up in an affluent community brings “compounding privileges” and higher educational attainment—especially for white residents.

'The Point Isn’t Technology; The Point Is Creating Great Urban Spaces' – How Can Houston Leverage Big Data And AI Tools?

At the kickoff to SXSW 2019, Harvard economist and senior fellow at the Manhattan Institute, Ed Glaeser, highlighted how big data and cities can transform policymaking – but how can Houston leverage these tools?