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When Black Lives Matter Protesters Take to the Streets, It’s Part of a Long History of “Infrastructural Citizenship”
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Kyle Shelton | July 13, 2016
Protesters, in the 1970s and today, turned to the streets to force conversations into the public eye.
Report Sheds Light on Walkability Momentum in Houston
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Leah Binkovitz | June 14, 2016
The future of walkable urbanism in the U.S. will depend on places like Houston, Los Angeles and Miami, which have made great strides -- but still have a long way to go, according to a new study.
Where Transportation Makes Affordable Housing Unaffordable
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Andrew Keatts | May 23, 2016
In many parts of the country, federal low-income housing programs place poor families in locations that force them to spend big money on transportation.
What’s Your Bold Idea For Public Spaces in Houston?
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Kyle Shelton | May 20, 2016
Recent Houston visitors are sending the city the same message: don't be afraid to think outside the box.
New Census Numbers Show Houston, Other Texas Cities, Among Fastest-Growing in U.S.
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Ryan Holeywell | May 19, 2016
From 2014 to 2015, Houston added more new residents than any other city besides New York.
A Big Idea Emerges for a Tiny Space
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Ryan Holeywell | May 17, 2016
Kinder Institute sponsoring $10,000 effort to improve underused plot of land near light-rail stop.
You Can Now Visit Houston’s Trails Without Leaving Home (But You Probably Should)
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Ryan Holeywell | May 4, 2016
A new partnership means more than two dozen of Houston's parks and trails are now available via Google Street View.
Houstonians Want to Live in Walkable Communities. Often, That Doesn’t Happen.
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Ryan Holeywell | April 25, 2016
The findings suggest huge numbers of Houstonians want to live in a different type of community but have been unable to do so.
How the “Missing Middle” Can Make Neighborhoods More Walkable
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Ryan Holeywell | March 29, 2016
One designer argues that housing like the duplex can save cities.
Are Houston’s Transportation and Urban Revolutions Here to Stay?
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Kyle Shelton | March 25, 2016
Linking citizen-advocates, transportation officials, and public officials is big first step.
What’s the Big Deal About Houston’s New Street Lights?
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Kyle Shelton | March 23, 2016
The new bulbs are causing some criticism. But we need to look at the bigger picture.
How Atlanta Decided It Can’t Out Suburb the Suburbs
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Andrew Keatts | March 17, 2016
Atlanta's planning department is pursuing a zoning overhaul that would alter the character of the famously sprawling place.