Urban Edge

Stories, perspectives and insights from the Kinder Institute

Harvey Reflections: Opening Homes for Disaster Relief

The government response was critical during Harvey. But Ed Pettitt, who hosted evacuees in his Third Ward home through Airbnb, said citizen response was the most impressive.

Harvey Reflections: Community Organizing, Recovery and Frustration

With known and unknown environmental risks, an organizer on the east side of Houston reflects on a frustrating reality even after the rain.

Harvey Reflections: Strengthening Community

A Super Neighborhood president who wants to see his community stronger than before Harvey.

The World Series of Sun Belt Cities

I’ve lived in both cities. I’ve devoted most of my professional career to understanding the two of them. And I'm conflicted about who to root for in the World Series.

Harvey Reflections: Medical Needs, Pets and Guns at the Shelter

During Harvey, former mayor Annise Parker put in 14-hour shifts helping manage a critical emergency shelter.

Harvey Reflections: Forming Relationships

One young organizer with the Ahmadiyya Muslim Youth Association shares his experience after Harvey.

Housing, Equity Top Concerns for HUD Money As Houston Rebuilds

Housing advocates and officials raise concerns after HUD issues letter around recovery funding.

Reading Guide: Houston, Flooding and Design

When it comes to flooding and design, Houston has been here (and written about it) before.

How To Get Serious About Flooding After Harvey From the Feds to the Flood Control District

According to one expert at Rice University.

Most Influential Urban Thinkers? Hmm...Let Us Think

Who would make your list?