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The Worried West
The five-year dry spell in the western U.S. may be climatic norm instead of a passing drought. Was the rapid development of the western states a "colossal miscalculation?"
Can Armor And Aesthetics Be Combined?
Does the design of the new Oklahoma City federal building answer the question about how to balance security and openness?
Looking To The West
East coast cities are becoming old school as the American West exemplifies new urban patterns.
Why The Field Of Planning Should Revise Its Goals
The American Planning Association and the planning profession as a whole have lost their way. Constant compromise has led to mediocrity. Now it's time to get re-focused.
Will The Smart Car Catch On In The U.S.?
Popular in Europe, the Smart Car is poised to enter the U.S. market.
Jerusalem Plans A Museum Of Tolerance
Will a new Frank Gehry building revive Jerusalem's declining commercial center?
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Why The Field Of Planning Should Revise Its Goals
The American Planning Association and the planning profession as a whole have lost their way. Constant compromise has led to mediocrity. Now it's time to get re-focused.
Jane Jacobs' New Book
"Dark Age Ahead" is a new book by the influential urbanist Jane Jacobs.
Whitman Defends Bush
Former EPA chief Christie Todd Whitman defends Bush administration's environmental record.
Wal-Mart's New Political Strategy
Increasingly, Wal-Mart is getting involved in local politics to overturn local ordinances that block the company's expansion.
Are Pedestrians Eccentric?
Columnist Jay Walljasper examines the psychology of public streets and walking in American culture.
The New Face Of Public Housing
New designs for affordable housing, feature masonry detailing, copper trim and lush landscaping.
A Touching Memorial
World War II veterans gather to see the newest memorial on the National Mall.
The Fight Over Seattle's Terminal 46
A developer's vision for terminal 46 is opposed by the Port of Seattle and the longshore workers.
African Americans Return To 'City Life'
Urban areas are the latest desirable neighborhoods for many middle-class African Americans.
Norway Hosts Creative Eco-Friendly Projects
A windblown island off Norway is being used to test ways of overcoming a big drawback of alternative energy: How to store it.
Friday Funny: How Americans Use Their Hummers
A website parodies the civilian version of the Humvee.
Schwarzenegger's Green Hummer
Schwarzenegger's election pledge to create a 'Green Hummer' has touched off a 'Hummerground' -- a real-world race to build the best and cleanest Hummer.
Hybrid Car Sales Are Booming
Drivers are switching and not looking back.
UIUC Unveils World's Most Advanced Building
The newly opened Siebel Center is a 225,000-square-foot computer shaped like a building.
City of Camden Redevelopment Agency
City of Astoria
Transportation Research & Education Center (TREC) at Portland State University
Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada
Toledo-Lucas County Plan Commissions
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