Issues

America's Conundrum: For Many, The Cities With Jobs Are Too Expensive To Live In

It's no surprise Americans are moving half as much as they used to.

In the Trump Era, Cities May Have to Pursue a Self-Help Approach to Affordable Housing

Housing advocates look to cities to lead the way in affordability.

Houston and Harris County Housing Conversation

A summary of a stakeholder conversation on housing issues held in February, 2017.

Lawsuit Seeks to End Housing Voucher Discrimination

A Dallas advocacy group that recently won a high-profile Supreme Court case is now mounting a legal challenge against policies that make it hard for renters to use Section 8 vouchers.

After HUD Investigation Found Civil Rights Violations, Houston Moves on Affordable Housing

City council approved 11 proposed developments, but only some will secure the competitive low income housing tax credits from the state.

For Those Facing Eviction, Minor Hurdles Can Trigger a “Cascade of Misery”

When tenants can't pay the rent, the consequences can be unrelenting.

Despite the Hype, Few Houstonians Made Big Airbnb Bucks During Super Bowl

Houstonians, it turns out, might have been a bit too optimistic about their ability to rent their homes for sky high prices.

New Study Examines How Historic Racism Shaped Atlanta's Transportation Network

As Atlanta considers a new approach to transportation, a report links the region's history of racism with today's transit inequities.

Social Capital, Race, and Magnet School Attendance

This report looks at the interaction between race, social capital and magnet school attendance.

Refugee Ban Reminds Us We Must Defend — Not Just Celebrate — Houston’s Diversity

Diversity is at the heart of the moral blueprint of Houston. Its residents must work to preserve that.

Why Do Houstonians Move? Better Homes, Better Neighborhoods and Better Commutes

New data sheds light on the reasons people change homes.

Hearing Sheds Some Light -- But Not Much -- on Carson's Vision for HUD

The HUD nominee gets caught up in the debate about Trump's potential conflicts of interest as he tries to share his view of how government assistance should function.

Latest Podcast: The Struggles of Homeless Youth in Houston

Houston is trying to solve youth homelessness. The Kinder Institute's Leah Binkovitz explains one young adult's journey.

How Affordable Is Houston?

The city touts its affordable reputation. But how affordable is it really?

Though Affordable Housing Programs Show Promise, Delivery Lags

City of Houston programs aim to revitalize areas and promote affordability.