Dallas-Houston High-Speed Rail Takes A Step Forward
Good news for people eagerly awaiting the high-speed connection.

Remaking Houston Schools' Food System
"I'm not running a damn Luby's," said the new nutrition officer.

Q+A: Energy and Houston's Future
Innovation is everything, but is Houston up to the challenge?

Streetlights and Crime in Houston: What's the Connection?
A new report sheds light on a much-debated topic.

Infill Development Could Make or Break San Antonio
Commentary: "It’s getting ugly out there," says architect Jim Bailey.

Pension Obligation Bonds Will Be on Houston’s Ballot
So what does that mean?

A new mapping tool overlays current demographic data with historic redlining maps.

Q+A: The Persistent Appeal of the Suburbs
Once racially exclusive, suburbs are now diversifying. But with renewed interest in cities, what will this mean for residents?

Access to Jobs Is About Access to Transit
Why better connecting low-income neighborhoods with transit is key for strengthening job opportunities.

Compare Cities Side by Side With New Tool
The Urban Observatory creates maps from a variety of data sources.

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