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Surveys Indicate Most Houston METRO Riders Happy With Service
But only half of Houston survey respondents say their homes are well-served by transit.
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New Podcast Episode: Former Maryland Gov. Martin O'Malley
The former lawmaker discusses data, his time in office, and the 2016 presidential campaign.
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How Questions About Density Complicate the Sun Belt Growth Narrative
Sun Belt cities are growing -- but more often than not, it's happening in a less-than-urban way.
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Weekly Roundup: In the Country's Most Expensive Cities, It Takes Too Long to Build
In some places, it can take more than a year for a developer to secure a building permit, leading to higher housing costs for everyone in town.
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In New Transportation Plan, Nashville Offers Model For Sun Belt Cities
The plan focuses on relatively quick, incremental steps that can have big impacts.
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Millennials Aren't So Different After All, According to Analysis of Travel Survey
Researchers say millennials are showing signs of settling into the patterns of prior generations
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Houston METRO Chair Shares Five Big Ideas for System's Future
Carrin Patman discusses Houston METRO's plans for an Uptown connection; Hobby airport; and how she plans to coordinate with City Hall.
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Weekly Roundup: Some Cities Are So Broke They're Un-Paving Roads
In the face of tight budgets, towns say they can save money by reverting to gravel-covered streets.
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What the Ashby High-Rise Case Means for the Future of Houston Development
The ruling should help eliminate uncertainty around Houston development and promote more clarity around the city's brand of "zoning lite."
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"Ban the Box" Movement Gaining Momentum in Texas
A growing number of communities are enacting policies designed to prevent ex-felons from being blackballed from work.
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