At the kickoff to SXSW 2019, Harvard economist and senior fellow at the Manhattan Institute, Ed Glaeser, highlighted how big data and cities can transform policymaking – but how can Houston leverage these tools?
Judge Hidalgo's Civic Saturday on Transportation Sparks 'Much-Needed' Discussions on Street Safety
Simply put, improving safety for all road users benefits everyone.
Could Incentives for Public Transportation Be the Key to Boost Ridership?
Over the years, companies, government entities and non-profits have tried to get public transportation or alternative commuting to stick.
Portland Versus Houston: Density, Housing and Affordability
The two cities are viewed as regulatory opposites when it comes to housing, but how are they faring with different approaches?
Carol Coletta Pushes Citizens to Better Engage Their Communities to Increase Neighborly Trust
The phrase, "You can't feel 'em, if you can't see 'em," frames her discussion of how we all need to better connect with our neighbors.
In Northeast Houston, Residents, Nonprofits and the City Work Together After Harvey Toward Recovery
One of the many communities affected by Hurricane Harvey, Northeast Houston's recovery has been slow. But one community fair that sought to flip the top-down recovery script offered hope.
Sharing Space in the Modern City
OffCite | Debates about the "sharing economy" tap into fundamental questions about how we share space in a city.
It’s Time to Fix Houston's Dangerous Pedestrian and Bicycle Infrastructure
Several important planning efforts are underway, but we need results now.
Why the Flood Bond is Important But Not Enough
There's no way to flood-proof Houston, but making it more prepared will take a variety of approaches and a lot of coordination.
National Partisan Nastiness Is Now Poisoning Local Politics
Zocalo Public Square | "Sometimes we couldn’t even agree on what to call our city."
A new report sheds light on how assistance for refugees has shifted its focus to short-term employment, at the expense of the new arrivals' well-being.
In Fights Between States and Cities, It's Not Just Red vs. Blue
Governing | Preempting local laws is no longer a trend in just conservative states.
Cities Team Up To Tackle Urban Challenges With Data
Through the National Neighborhood Indicators Partnership, cities explore how to confront common challenges with data.
Why I’m Scared To Walk In Houston
The city needs a profound change in its motoring culture – not just from motorists themselves, but also from the authorities.
The Eight Elements of a Successful Innovation District
With a major renovation in the works, Houston's new innovation district should seek to have these characteristics.
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