Urban Edge

Stories, perspectives and insights from the Kinder Institute

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Survey Results Show Houstonians Feel Safer Than Ever Before

Just 18 percent of residents surveyed say they’re “very worried” that they or a family member could become a violent crime victim, marking a record low.

Houston Residents Increasingly Believe Post-High School Education Is Unnecessary

Today, just 54 percent of area residents say education beyond high school is needed to be successful.

In Los Angeles, 25 Years After Riots, Poll Finds Fears of Unrest Increasing

Saturday marks the anniversary of the start of the six-day riot that redefined a city.