Urban Edge

Stories, perspectives and insights from the Kinder Institute

Despite Trump's Win, Texas Election Results Offer a Glimpse at Electorate's Shifting Demographics

Trump won Texas, but the numbers might reveal a shifting electorate.

Trump Victory Underscores the Important Role of Cities as Laboratories of Democracy

The future of America belongs not to Washington but to cities across the country.

Urban Nation: What's at Stake for Cities in the 2016 Elections

While many U.S. mayors have great power, they need the federal government – with its deep pockets, borrowing power and priority-setting capacity – to shape the future.

As Technology Improves, Should We Worry The Machines Will Take Our Jobs?

A pair of economists discuss the role of automation and artificial intelligence on wages.

Americans Aren't Voting in Local Elections

A new report shows just how low voter turnout is in local elections in many cities across the country.

Five K-12 Education Issues to Watch in Texas This Legislative Session

Funding, testing and other big education issues facing the 85th legislature in Austin.

In Houston, New Superintendent Faces an "Amazing Challenge" in State's Largest School District

Hopes -- and stakes -- are high for the new superintendent heading the Houston Independent School District.

Houston Courts Cuba, But Challenges Remain

Houston is eager to position itself as a gateway for Cuban trade and travel following the resumption of diplomatic relations with the U.S. But experts warn that won't be easy.

For Some, Applying for Social Services Means Compromising Privacy, Family

Navigating privacy concerns has real consequences for mothers applying for assistance

Do Atlanta Residents Value Transit More than Houstonians?

Houstonians and Atlantans alike are frustrated by traffic. How they want to address it is a different matter.