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How the Worst Methane Leak in U.S. History Could Help Transform California’s Energy Grid
California officials advance plan to use restitution to spur energy innovation.
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Could Better Data Keep Houstonians Safe During Floods?
Rice University leaders developing new technology to give more advance warning of flooding in problem areas.
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What's the Big Deal About Houston's New Street Lights?
The new bulbs are causing some criticism. But we need to look at the bigger picture.
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Turnout in Local Elections is Terrible. There's an Easy Fix.
L.A.'s mayor won the election with fewer votes than any of its elected mayors since the 1930s -- when it was half its size. To raise the bar, officials just have to look at a calendar.
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Hispanic Voters in Texas May Be Teaching the Campaigns an Important Lesson
Anti-immigrant rhetoric, some speculate, could have an unintended consequence: boosting Latino turnout.
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