Urban Edge
The Dumping Grounds: Why Some Houston Neighborhoods Bear the Brunt of Trash
A new pilot program aims to change a persistent problem.
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In Houston's Underserved Neighborhoods, Entrepreneurs Hope to Make Change
With the help of a "mini-MBA" program, Houston entrepreneurs are making their way.
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Despite Drop In Oil Prices, Houstonians Are Unflinchingly Optimistic About Economy
Almost two-thirds of residents give the local job market a positive rating, even though the Houston area's unemployment rate exceeds the U.S. average.
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If Houston Wants To Become More Inclusive, It Should Consider These Four Steps
Despite Houston's long-held reputation as a relatively inexpensive big city, today, the city's affordability gap is widening. Smart public policy can reverse that trend.
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Houston Mayor Announces Complete Communities Initiative
Amid controversy, Mayor Sylvester Turner hopes his Complete Communities will turn the tide.
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