Government / Politics
America's Most Liveable Cities
The U.S. Conference of Mayors meeting names the nation's most liveable large and small cities.
Interview With CA's HCD Director
The director for Housing and Community Delevopment talks about everything from population growth to housing.
Schwarzenegger Sets his Sights on Climate Change
In a departure from Republican Party rhetoric, California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger vows that his state will be "the leader in the fight against global warming."
Appraisers Forced Into Cheating Home Owners
Over 8,000 appraisers sign petition to force Congress to intervene in what they say is a case of widespread fraud.
The 'Perfect Storm' For Property Taxes
Faced with revolts by homeowners, legislatures from Maine to Nevada are coming up with possible fixes.
Fate of WTC Redevelopment Mired in Controversy
The meaning, purpose and future of both the WTC redevelopment and the "war on terror" with which it has been associated for almost four years are growing more uncertain as opposition to the war in Iraq deepens.
Is the 'Urban Renaissance' an Urban Myth?
The idea that American cities have made a comeback has been uncritically embraced. Unfortunately, cities aren't doing as well as we think they are, writes Joel Kotkin.
Bush Has A '60s Flashback
The Bush administration is backing away from urban programs that Republicans of a generation ago supported.
Wisconsin Planning Law Threatened
Wisconsin Legislators repeal comprehensive planning law and grant program in draft budget bill.
World's Most Interesting Mayors
A special series highlights some of the world's most interesting mayors.
Latest Foe Of Smart Growth: Dept. Of Defense
Harsh new security precautions for federal office buildings are threatening to derail otherwise successful Smart Growth efforts in the Washington D.C. region.
Energy Bill Targets Cornerstone Environmental Policy
A last-minute amendment to the Energy Bill passed by Congress seeks to free energy exploration on federal lands from any kind of environmental review.
Rapid Development Sparks Recall Of Murrieta Mayor
Voters in Murrieta, one of California's fastest growing cities, have recalled the mayor because of concerns about rapid development.
Is the US Economy Headed for a 'Perfect Storm'?
Widespread home re-financing, miniscule personal savings, huge trade deficits, and a falling dollar are all signs that the economy is heading towards an unprecedented crisis.
Behind The Lines In The Eminent Domain War
Property rights, common good and charges of classism.
On A 'Freeway To Disaster'
Richard Jackson is California's public health officer, and author of a new book, "Urban Sprawl and Public Health." Is the U.S. facing a sprawl-driven tipping point?
What Happens When Gas Prices Hit $6.66 A Gallon?
Norway's high gas and auto taxes lead to lower gas consumption. Is the US willing to pay the price?
New EPA Chief Confirmed
The U.S. Senate confirms agency veteran Stephen Johnson to head the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
Congress Passes 'Deeply Flawed' Energy Bill
"Industry-friendly" bill subsidizes fossil fuel production, leaves communities liable for clean-up of groundwater contamination caused by fuel additives.
Teetering Canadian Government Boosts Cities
In a controversial bid to shore up his scandal-plagued Liberal Party, Prime Minister Paul Martin has agreed to meet the demands of the left-leaning NDP party and re-write the government's budget to invest in social housing and environmental protection.
FREE Course: Walkable City 1: Why Walkability?
After describing his path towards focusing on walkability as the essence of good planning, Jeff Speck marches through his five principal reasons for making more walkable places.
Reinventing Malls: Planning Alchemy—Turning Gray Fields Into Gold
The course focuses on the opportunities and imperatives that shape reinvention of mall sites.
City of Wisconsin Rapids
Harvard University Graduate School of Design
KFH Group Inc.
The Architects Foundation
University of Cincinnati Online
The Pocatello Development Authority
The Urban Renewal Agency of the City of Pocatello
