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Mapping Montrose's Gay History
One researcher explores how Montrose came to be the center of gay social and political life in Houston.
: March 8, 2017 DEMOGRAPHICS
Bike Plan Rolls To Its Next Stage
The effort could transform Houstonians' relationship with their transportation system.
: March 7, 2017 TRANSPORTATION
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.
: March 5, 2017 DEMOGRAPHICS, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner Announces Homeless Housing Plan
He aims to build upon past successes. But the cost of the undertaking is unclear.
: March 2, 2017 HOUSING
Los Angeles Wants to End Traffic Deaths by 2025. Here's How.
It's an ambitious goal, but the city has a plan to get there.
: March 1, 2017 TRANSPORTATION
How Proximity to Clinics Affects Teen Birth Rates
The relationship between clinic proximity and birth rates isn't always a clear one.
RESEARCH: February 27, 2017 HEALTH
A new survey finds consensus across communities in Houston around many city services and quality of life issues
: February 27, 2017 GOVERNANCE
It's the Kinder Institute's Birthday! Take a Look Back at Seven Years of Success
On this date in 2010, Rice announced the formation of a new "Institute for Urban Research."
RESEARCH: February 23, 2017
Diversity is on the Rise in Urban and Rural Communities, and It's Here to Stay
Throughout history, notions of who belongs in American society have expanded to incorporate new groups. History could repeat itself for today’s immigrants -- if they're given a chance.
: February 22, 2017 DEMOGRAPHICS
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.
: February 21, 2017 HOUSING
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