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Housing Prices Outstripping Salaries
A new study shows that a great many working class Americans are unable to purchase their own homes.
$100 M In Federal Funds For Pedestrians
Four pilot projects will develop bicycle and pedestrian trails to encourage commuters to give up driving to work.
Fourth Annual List Of Overpriced Cities
Housing prices were a major factor in determining this year's list, ranging from Seattle to Los Angeles.
More Londoners Riding Bikes After Attacks
Some say bikes are a practical solution in a city that has seen repeated transit disruptions since the July 7th bombings.
Health Benefits Of Cobblestone Streets
A recent study finds that walking on cobblestone streets offers health benefits.
Supreme Court Rules Against Limits on Eminent Domain
In a narrow decision, the Supreme Court has ruled that cities may seize homes for any development purpose.
Invasion Of The Monster Garages
As people buy larger cars and trucks, cities try to balance the rights of property owners who want to build huge garages with their neighbors' concerns.
Tsunami Uncovers Indian 'Atlantis'
Archaeologists have begun excavations of what is believed to be an ancient city that was uncovered by the Dec. 26 tsunami.
Are Cars Bad For Babies?
A study suggests that pollution from cars may mutate genes and increase the risk of cancer in babies.
Where Clean Power Is Cool
By running cars, buses, trucks, and ships on hydrogen, a country aims to be entirely oil-free by 2050.
360-degree Architectural 'Revolution'
Each 300,000-dollar apartment occupying an entire floor in this unusual 11-storey apartment bulding can turn independently offering 360-degree views.
Surge In Growth Expected By 2030
Rapid population growth with result in unprecendented residential and commercial development in the next twenty-five years.
Friday Funny: The Humbler
The cartoon strip FoxTrot runs a special series on the appeal of massive SUVs.
California Housing Prices Driving Away Younger Population
A quarter of all Californians are considering moving to bring down housing costs.
Big-boxes Enter The Big Apple
K-Mart, Home Depot, and Target are now targeting New York City with their eye on expanding to other cities.
CA Revises Population Projection: 'Only' 51 Million By 2040
Due to declining fertility rates, estimates are 7 million residents lower than projected a few years back.
Low-flush Toilets: A Barrier For Businesses?
In a quest for water efficiency, Santa Fe instituted a 'toilet tax' to retrofit older plumbing. Opponents want the tax flushed.
Paris' Love-Hate Relationship With The Car
Paris is one of 1,100, most of them in Europe, to observe a "car-free" day.
Seattle's Fifteen Shortcomings
What Seattle lacks and how it compares with other cities.
Amsterdam Canal Plan Sparks Controversy
Amsterdam debates whether to reopen canals that were paved more than 100 years ago.
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