Economic Development

Houston Poised to Become Country’s #3 City

Based on current growth trends, Houston’s population could exceed that of Chicago by 2030.

Why Cities Need to Help Millennials, Even if You Hate Them

If the country doesn’t build more apartments, demographer warns, gentrification will continue at a rapid clip.

How Foreign-Born Residents Benefit City Economies

Nearly a quarter of Houston’s population was born abroad, giving the city greater access to foreign trade.

‘Mixed-use’ is popular, but what does it mean?

Developers say as projects take hold in the suburbs, the term may need an updated definition.

Why Code for America Hired An Economic Development Director

Hiring Bycer to lead its economic development efforts is part of a new layer of organization for Code for America this year.