Transportation

Harvey to be a Turning Point for Equitable Transit-Oriented Development in Houston

OffCite: There is a window for a massive investment in equitable transit-oriented development, and it won’t be open long.

Rent, Commute Times Grow in Houston

New estimates from the Census Bureau show both rents and commute times are rising in Houston and other major metropolitan areas.

The Link Between Cars and Income Inequality

"If you have 20 percent multimodality and go to 25 percent, you should see some very significant differences in all kinds of social outcomes."

How Bikes Can Help Keep Houston Rolling After Harvey

One million cars were flooded during Harvey. One campaign sees bikes as part of the solution.

Bus Ridership is Down Across the Country

But Houston's ridership appears to be in better shape than most.

Dallas-Houston High-Speed Rail Takes A Step Forward

Good news for people eagerly awaiting the high-speed connection.

Access to Jobs Is About Access to Transit

Why better connecting low-income neighborhoods with transit is key for strengthening job opportunities.

In Houston, Those Crosswalk Buttons Actually Do Something

You push the button to cross the street. Then what?

In Los Angeles and Houston, Waterway Redevelopment Must Be Balanced With Gentrification

Revitalizing long over-looked urban waterways requires thoughtful execution.

Glissette Rides A Bike: A Reflection

Biking at night, just not today.

Glissette Rides A Bike: Multimodal

Sometimes, a bike can't get you everywhere.

Glissette Rides A Bike: Cars, Construction and Chaos

The most daunting task yet.

Glissette Rides A Bike: Biking on the Bayou

Or how I learned Houston has hills - sort of.

Glissette Rides A Bike: Welcome to Critical Mass

Cycling in Houston: dangerous, fun, all of the above? Part one of a week-long cycling series.

Architecture Firm Proposes 'Urban Trellis' to Reinvigorate Pierce Elevated

From freeway to park, it could be the perfect embodiment of a bold new Houston.