Urban Edge
Listen: Near Northside Awaits I-45 Project and the History of Houston’s Transportation Struggles
The podcast is back with a visit to one of the neighborhoods in the path of a major highway project and an interview with Kyle Shelton about his history of Houston transportation decisions.
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Excerpt: How Class, Race and Struggles Over Transportation Shaped Houston
Read from Kyle Shelton’s new book about the history of Houston’s transportation struggles and how they shaped today’s landscape and politics.
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Houston Studies Show Light Rail Did Bring Some Benefits
But not all were welcome changes.
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What Should Houston’s Regional Transit Network Look Like in 2045?
Now’s your chance to weigh in.
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Most Congested Roadways in Texas
Some of the worst are in Houston. Surprise!
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