Urban Edge

Stories, perspectives and insights from the Kinder Institute

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.

Could Houston Become a Protest City?

The size, the sprawl, the history: what's kept Houston from earning the reputation of a protest city -- and could that change?

Why Does Houston Seem So Young?

Houston was founded in the 1830s, but a look at these maps reveals why it doesn't feel very old.

State Historical Commission Designates Astrodome a Landmark

The designation comes along with some protections for the "eighth wonder of the world."

Report: Fair Housing Faces an Uphill Battle in Texas

A new report shows 2013 changes meant to further fair housing in Texas were successful, but new changes threaten that.

Kinder Institute to Offer New Urban Data Resources

The Kinder Institute's new Urban Data Platform may be the most important, enduring effort we undertake this year.

Q+A: Houston Architect Jim Furr On His Favorite Buildings

Gensler's longtime Houston chief discusses the city's downtown tunnels, his favorite projects and the future of urban design in the Bayou City.

Houston’s Air Quality is Improving, but Asthma Disparities Persist

In Houston, black children have asthma at almost twice the frequency as white children.

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

New data sheds light on the reasons people change homes.

Hispanic Voting May Be Higher Than We Thought in Harris County

The number of Hispanic voters in Harris County increased an estimated 39 percent in 2016. And one researcher says Hispanic turnout may actually be even higher than previously thought.