Urban Edge
O'Malley on 2020: Keeping an Open Mind and Heart
"I don't have anything special planned just yet, but I'm keeping an open mind and an open heart."
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Former Maryland Gov. Martin O'Malley on the Role of Data in Government
By paying attention to data, O'Malley argues, cities can become more efficient -- and more livable -- places.
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When It Comes to Streetlights, Power Matters
In Houston, neighborhoods with higher incomes have more streetlights per mile. But that's only part of the story.
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Houston Refugee Resettlement Groups Scramble to Welcome Families
A ban on refugees was temporarily suspended by a court order. But refugees and resettlement agencies face an uncertain future.
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Four Days in February Show Kinder Institute's Impact
The Kinder Institute has become a leading voice on some of the biggest issues facing Houston.
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