Urban Edge

Stories, perspectives and insights from the Kinder Institute

Houston Refugee Resettlement Groups Scramble to Welcome Families

A ban on refugees was temporarily suspended by a court order. But refugees and resettlement agencies face an uncertain future.

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.

As Anti-Sanctuary Bill Advances, Estimates Reveal Size of Undocumented Population

A proposed state bill seeks to punish so-called sanctuary cities and campuses, but what kind of impact could it have locally? A quick look at the numbers.

Latest Podcast: What's the Next Big Thing for Transit in Houston?

The Kinder Institute's transit expert discusses the questions METRO Houston will have to consider as it plans its next project.

How Elon Musk Thinks He Can Solve Traffic

And why the challenge might be more difficult than he may realize.

Houstonians Are Pretty Happy with Their Neighborhoods, But Experiences Vary

Houston's black and Hispanic residents reported higher rates of abandoned buildings and other quality of life concerns than white and Asian residents.

What Houstonians Have to Say About Their Neigborhoods

Houstonians generally say they'd recommend the city as a place to live. But what do they think of their individual neighborhoods?

In Texas, Houston Dominates the Most-Congested Roads List

Twelve of the top 20 most congested roads in Texas are in Houston.

Four Days in February Show Kinder Institute's Impact

The Kinder Institute has become a leading voice on some of the biggest issues facing Houston.