Urban Edge
What's Your Bold Idea For Public Spaces in Houston?
Recent Houston visitors are sending the city the same message: don't be afraid to think outside the box.
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How to Rethink Urban Design in the Wake of Flooding
To prevent devastating floods, experts say, the region may need to adjust the way it grows.
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Houston Policymakers -- and Residents -- Giving Criminal Justice Reform a Boost
Support for change grows as officials look to reduce jail population and address racial disparities.
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Most Houstonians Support an Equal Rights Ordinance, Survey Finds. So Why'd They Vote Against It?
Months after HERO failed, support for an equal rights ordinance still strong.
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Cities Need to Change the Way They Examine Rising Sea Levels
New research suggests cities need to adapt a new way of modeling -- or else prepare for the consequences.
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