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Harvard’s 2025 State of Housing Report: Five Key Findings
Housing affordability is at historic lows, and more renters than ever struggle to keep up with housing costs, even as federal support for housing programs is waning.
Brightline Sued Over Expansion Plans
The Florida East Coast Railway is charging the private railway with secretly making expansion plans despite a financial shortfall and insufficient infrastructure.
What US States Can Learn from Canadian Road Rules
Our northern neighbor has managed to slash traffic deaths as U.S. traffic fatalities remain high. What do they do differently?
Why NYC Needs More ‘Deliverista Hubs’
The city began construction on a facility that will provide seating, shade, and e-bike charging for delivery workers. Its 80,000 ‘deliveristas’ could use many more.
Palisades Homeowners Barred From Rebuilding With Duplexes
The California governor and L.A. mayor issued identical executive orders banning multi-family development in areas destroyed by the Palisades Fire.
‘Week Without Driving’ Highlights Needs of Non-Drivers
The event encourages public officials to use their local public transit and engage with the people who rely on it every day.
Texas DOT Approves $96M in Transit Funding
The funds will be apportioned between 64 transit agencies around the state.
Op-Ed: The Great Lakes Could Be a Key Source of Wind Energy
States, not the federal government, have authority over wind power leases in the Great Lakes.
Connecticut Governor Rejects Trump Homelessness Order
Gov. Lamont — who vetoed a highly anticipated pro-housing bill in June — says his state will not criminalize homelessness or force the institutionalization of unhoused people.
Feds Cancel Baltimore-to-DC High-Speed Rail Project
The Federal Railroad Administration cited concerns about disruptions to federally owned properties along the proposed HSR line, which would take passengers from Baltimore and D.C. in 15 minutes.
Revitalizing LA’s Historic General Hospital
Los Angeles County is transforming its historic General Hospital into a mixed-use community with housing, healthcare, and green space — an ambitious project aimed at revitalizing underserved neighborhoods while preserving a cultural landmark.
Electrified Caltrain Boosts Ridership 76%
The introduction of electric trains and faster, more frequent service has led to a dramatic increase in ridership.
What Happens When a Robotaxi Gets Pulled Over?
In Phoenix, a police officer who pulled over a Waymo driving in the wrong lane was “unable to issue citation to computer.”
Omaha Mayor’s Proposal Would Build 1,900 New Housing Units Along Streetcar Line
Mayor Ewing introduced a new plan that would allow the city to begin distributing affordable housing financing as early as next year.
Iowa Stormwater Infrastructure Needs Millions in Upgrades
More frequent flooding is prompting cities to evaluate their aging stormwater systems, but the necessary upgrades could be prohibitively expensive for small communities.
Miami, Houston Residents Spend Most on Transportation
South Floridians and Houstonians spent roughly 20 percent of their income on transportation in regions that offer few alternatives to driving.
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To Sprawl or Not to Sprawl: But Is That the Question?
As a debate rages in mainstream media about whether or not America should sprawl, a housing researcher says that's the wrong question. We need to do both.
Transit Bus Costs Rise Sharply Due to Tariffs
The cost of a transit bus has gone up by 68 percent since 2021, in part because of recent tariffs on steel and aluminum.
Hawaii’s Tsunami Scare Reveals Evacuation Shortfalls
A tsunami alarm revealed serious flaws in Oahu’s evacuation planning, prompting calls for urgent improvements in emergency infrastructure, coordination, and public safety.
Extreme Heat Prompts Trail Closures and Safety Warnings in San Diego
San Diego County has closed three hiking trails for August due to extreme heat, urging hikers to stay safe with proper planning, hydration, and early starts.
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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.
