Urban Edge

Stories, perspectives and insights from the Kinder Institute

Mayors Give Graduation Advice, Eye Presidential Runs

It's that time of year: celebrities, intellectuals and mayors offer guidance to grads.

Urban Review: HUD lawsuit, Atlanta gentrification and Houston's flooded homes

This week, housing advocates sue HUD, Atlanta credit unions take on gentrification, Houston investors target flooded homeowners and more.

Complete Communities Draft Plans Await Review, Approval

After months of meetings, the mayor's pilot program has produced a set of draft plans for the five neighborhoods.

Report: After Donald Trump Took Office, ICE Transfers Jumped 60 Percent in Most Populous Texas County

Texas Tribune | Even before last year's protests, lawmaker scuffles and marathon committee hearings over "sanctuary" legislation, Texas counties were some of the most compliant when it came to immigration enforcement, a new study shows.

Deciphering the City Network

A new report looks at how mayors and cities have tried to address concerns and fill federal gaps through new networks.

Urban Review: Austin Scooters, Houston Drains and Kanye's City Planning Aspirations

This week, an Adopt-A-Drain program yields results and funny names, Austin is overrun with scooters and more.

Why I’m Scared To Walk In Houston

The city needs a profound change in its motoring culture – not just from motorists themselves, but also from the authorities.

Asthma, Safety Among Concerns For Pasadena Residents

A survey from several neighborhoods near the Ship Channel shows significant health burdens and highlights Harvey-related concerns.

Newly Released Data Show School Discipline Disparities

Both nationally and locally, newly released data reveal disciplinary disparities, as well as other gaps.

Houston Gets Poor Ratings for Civic Health

A new study looked at everything from political participation and civic involvement to social connectedness.