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Most Polluted Cities
American Lung Association's annual report ranks the nation's most polluted cities.
Open Space And Taxes
Connecticut smart growth advocates press for property tax reform.
Louisville Metro Merger: A Success Story
Cities around the nation a curious about Louisville's experience.
Wal-Mart's Low Prices Are No Bargain
Charlevoix group may hold edge in struggle with world’s largest retailer.
Urban Bix Boxes
Big box retail is moving into urban markets.
Detroit Can't Hear The Music
Detroit's musical heritage ignored as a tourism attraction strategy.
Brooklyn's Extreme Makeover
Ambitious redevelopment plans mark a radical conceptual shift for Brooklyn.
Doing a Double Take on Growth Controls
Amidst an economic slowdown, many Colorado communities are no longer willing to support growth restrictions.
Tuning Up Detroit With The Motor City Makeover
Mayor leads citizen effort to clean up the city.
That 70's Show
In New Orleans, the third act begins on a famous outdoor stage.
Taking What They Can When They Can
Car dealers mark up interest rates to make an extra buck. Studies show minorities are charged higher markups.
What Role Should Big Industry Play In Protecting The Environment?
British environmental groups upset over prime minister's backing of new climate change group supported by big business.
The Sound Of Diversity
City permits loudspeakers to broadcast Islamic call to prayer five times daily.
In Defense of the 'Creative Class'
Author Richard Florida responds to criticisms of "The Rise of the Creative Class."
Big Benefits to Designing Small Spaces
Whitney Gould of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel considers the value and opportunities for the renewal of marginal, residual spaces.
Budget Problems Causing Havoc With California Transportation Plans
Without money, even the best plans can go bad.
Recreating World's Columbian Exposition?
"If Las Vegas can re-create big chunks of Paris, Venice and ancient Egypt as casinos, why can't Chicago re-create the White City?"
Abundant Park Space Does Not Mean Easy Access
A new study from the Trust for Public Land finds that in many cities, 2/3rds of all children do not live within walking distance of a public park.
The Off-Mall Trend
Department store owners are beginning to forgo mall venues in favor of standalone stores, which offer greater flexibility.
Camden 2015 -- Rebirth Of A Hope-Filled City
How Camden plans to remake itself.
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Appalachian Highlands Housing Partners
Mpact (founded as Rail~Volution)
City of Camden Redevelopment Agency
City of Astoria
City of Portland
City of Laramie
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