Urban Edge

Stories, perspectives and insights from the Kinder Institute

How the Worst Methane Leak in U.S. History Could Help Transform California’s Energy Grid

California officials advance plan to use restitution to spur energy innovation.

Could Better Data Keep Houstonians Safe During Floods?

Rice University leaders developing new technology to give more advance warning of flooding in problem areas.

Kinder Institute to Host Former NYC Transportation Commissioner Janette Sadik-Khan

The Houston talk comes on the heels of her new book "Streetfight: Handbook for an Urban Revolution."

Gentrification Apps; Police Reform; and Micro-Apartments: Urban Insights From Around The Web

Highlighting the week’s interesting, important and downright weird news about cities.

Sprawl Beyond Zoning

Some critics say zoning creates sprawl. But if that's the case, how do you explain Houston?

What Happens When Governments and Public Artists Don't See Eye-to-Eye

A million dollar contract, a city hall battle, and a public debate -- all about a bird sculpture.

Researchers Studied Data on 9,000 Students. Here’s What They Learned About Dropouts.

One factor, more than any other, is a major predictor of whether a student will drop out of high school.

In Defense of the Urban Freeway

Many of the people who choose to live downtown actually work in the suburbs. Ironically it's the much-maligned urban freeway system that makes this lifestyle possible.

Ugly Airports; the Budget Game; and Pricey Daycare: Urban Insights From Around The Web

Highlighting the week’s interesting, important and downright weird news about cities.

As Cities Encourage Pedestrians and Biking, Another Trend Emerges: More Deaths

Communities have done a great job encouraging residents to walk and bike more. But they're struggling to keep those same residents safe on the streets.