Social / Demographics
How Complex Is Your City?
A new study examines why it is so hard for so many of us to find our way around cities.
The Geography Of Poverty And Service Provision
On average, poor populations in urban centers have greater spatial access to social services than poor populations living in suburban areas, according to a new Brookings report.
Facts About Homelessness In Los Angeles
One part of a series, this four-page publication provides a summary of recent statistics about homelessness in Los Angeles.
More Single Women Becoming Homeowners
According to the National Association of Realtors, more single women are buying homes.
San Francisco's Homeless Problem
Can the Mayor make good on his committment?
Neal Peirce: The Responsibility Of Cities
While federal funding can help to address urban needs, cities have a responsibility too.
Boston: Urban Canvas
A program in Boston encourages young people to use collaborative outreach techniques to design and paint murals -- and foster community pride in many of Boston's neighborhoods.
Back To The City
Babay boomers are leaving the suburbs and moving to pedestrian-friendly cities.
Widespread Reductions in Housing Assistance
A new study details cuts in local housing aid caused by a Department of Housing and Urban Development funding change.
Retail Anthropologist Examines Mall Life
Author Paco Underhill's new book looks at the effects of psychology on the shopping experience.
A Movie About Gentrification
A film by Jim McKay explores issues of gentrification, race, and stereotypes.
No Difference Between Los Angeles And New York
New York City and Los Angeles once represented the extremes of American culture. Now they've become equally bland, writes Patrick Moore.
The Casino Problem
State efforts to generate revenue from tribal casinos is often at odds with local impacts.
Cabrini-Green Transforms Slowly
Columnist Mary Schmich of the Chicago Tribune shows a snapshot of Cabrini-Green as it undergoes its "transformation." She writes that in the end, its success depends on the people. The first of a series on Cabrini-Green.
The New American Ruralism
Technology and telecommuting are fueling the new migration from urban areas to rural areas.
The Cost Of Dating In The City
A new index shows which U.S. cities are pocketbook friendly when it comes to courtship.
Most Socially Deprived Cities
A new report evaluates the quality of life in the 100 largest U.S. cities and their suburbs.
Community Life Could Benefit From Retiring Baby Boomers
Retiring baby boomers could be a social asset.
Where Americans Are Moving
There are a couple of new trends about where people and jobs are moving that may surprise you.
Reagan And Homelessness
Homeless activists blame the Reagan administration for rise in homelessness in the 1980s.
Urban Design for Planners 1: Software Tools
This six-course series explores essential urban design concepts using open source software and equips planners with the tools they need to participate fully in the urban design process.
Planning for Universal Design
Learn the tools for implementing Universal Design in planning regulations.
New York City School Construction Authority
Village of Glen Ellyn
Central Transportation Planning Staff/Boston Region MPO
Chaddick Institute at DePaul University
Institute for Housing and Urban Development Studies (IHS)
City of Grandview
Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada
Toledo-Lucas County Plan Commissions
