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Why Doesn't Houston Have Scooters Yet?
Some see them as litter. Others as a simple transportation solution for short trips around town.
Urban Review: Midterms, Midterms and More Midterms
In case you can't get enough, we've got several looks at what the midterm results mean for transit and housing, a shifting suburban voter profile and more.
Traffic Is The Biggest Problem. Transit Is The Solution, According to Atlanta Area Survey
The survey asked Atlanta area residents about support for expanded transit, housing affordability and more.
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.
Election Day: Races and Measures to Watch
Several Sun Belt races hold the potential to make history, but a look at some of the other races and measures also offer potential insights.
Houston Community Data Connections Dashboard Aims to Create A Data Haven for Researchers
The new Houston Community Data Connections dashboard aims to "democratize data for the public."
Sales Tax Could be the Key to Alleviate Revenue Shortfalls
Government entities in the Greater Houston region are increasingly struggling to provide urban-level services to all residents, particularly those in unincorporated suburban areas. Raising or allowing high-growth urban counties to collect sales tax could improve the provision of public services to all residents.
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?
Kinder Institute's Community Data Dashboard Adds More Indicators
Learn more about the tool at a free workshop Thursday, Nov. 1.
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.
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