The Seattle Times

A drab World War II-era public housing project in Seattle has been replaced with what local officials hope will be an environmentally- and economically-sustainable community.

Its political climate geared more to reacting to crises instead of averting them, America's under-maintained infrastructure -- out of sight and, for many, out of mind -- is "coming apart at the seams."

A recent column calls on the city’s residents to come together to develop a 100-year plan to keep the 'Emerald City' green and livable.

Washington State Dept. of transportation offers 3 proposals for replacing the Alaskan Way Viaduct.

A quick look at the Seattle metro area shows the term may be obsolete.

More cities are calling for an end to dead ends, to the dismay of residents and developers.

Supporters and opponents of the controversial proposal are preparing for a major campaign in the fall.

By ignoring rail, federal and state plans for building America's transportation infrastructure through private investments will only serve to promote massive freeway projects, writes Neil Peirce.

With an aim toward affordable housing and helping homeowners pay their mortgage, Seattle considers allowing backyard apartments, much to the chagrin of local opponents.

Hybrid cars and fuel efficient motors are using fewer gallons of gas, a trend expected to decrease revenues from per-gallon gas taxes -- the main funding for road-building. The proposed system would track drivers' mileage with on-board GPS devices.

Alfred Runte, author of "Allies of the Earth: Railroads and the Soul of Preservation", calls on the United States to revive its passenger rail service in order to conserve energy and preserve the natural landscape.

The policy director of Climate Solutions (based in Washington state and British Columbia) opines that rising gas prices have beneficial effects on the environment, and consumers need to be given the truth so as to make real changes in lifestyle.

Once the world's tallest building, a New York City landmark will celebrate its 75th birthday.

Neal Peirce writes that there is a way to rebuild New Orleans in a responsible, sustainable way: make low-lying areas parkland, and build denser neighborhoods on higher ground. But there appears to be no political will to make it happen.

The Seattle city council passes sweeping changes to downtown height limits, allowing for taller buildings.

While options for what to do with Seattle's obsolete waterfront Alaskan Way Viaduct may seem limited, another plan has been thrown into the mix.

The city looks to join countries -- the U.S. not included -- who have agreed to meet the environmental provisions outlined in the Kyoto Protocol. Widespread car use is the biggest obstacle to compliance.

Tom Thompson argues that eminent domain has been abused throughout U.S. history.

Two comprehensive studies conclude that sprawl has negative effects on public health and pollution; however, many remain skeptical.

Six people from the Earth Liberation Front are arrested for arson. Officials think this is the group that burned the Center for Urban Horticulture at the University of Washington.