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National Housing Policies Leave Poor Families Behind
"We already have a national housing program, it's just not for poor people," says author, Matthew Desmond.
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Why School Choice Is Also About Transit
Because a big part of school is getting there.
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"Can I Be Your Neighbor," Asks Houston Housing Campaign
A new campaign looks to shift the affordable housing conversation in Houston.
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What Happens When Pedestrians and Bicyclists Are Afraid of Certain Routes
We asked pedestrians and bicyclists to tell us about their close calls on the road. The results are harrowing.
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Houston Mayor Calls on Private Sector to Fill Gaps, Push City Forward
With a pension reform bill in the legislature, Turner said the city is on the path to a more stable financial future.
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Turns Out Houstonians Really Like Living in Houston
More than two-thirds of residents say even if they could move anywhere else, they'd still choose Space City as their home.
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Despite Drop In Oil Prices, Houstonians Are Unflinchingly Optimistic About Economy
Almost two-thirds of residents give the local job market a positive rating, even though the Houston area's unemployment rate exceeds the U.S. average.
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Houston Has Long Been A Car City. Today, Residents Are Seeking Something Else.
More than half of survey respondents say they'd prefer to live in a mixed-use area rather than a community dominated by single-family homes.
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Millennials Driving Increasing Acceptance of Immigrants In Houston
Houston's attitude towards immigrants is shifting, but it's not because people are changing their minds. It's because millennials are taking over.
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Is Houston’s Diversity More Than Just a Talking Point?
Though Houston's advocates often tout the region's diversity, survey data suggests residents are wary of actually living in diverse neighborhoods.
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