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Elana is the associate editor of The Planning Report.
Rise of the Instagram City
Cities have become obsessed with going viral.
The Landlord's Case for Stronger Rent Control
A small San Francisco landlord argues for repealing state restrictions on rent control.
A Decade of the Millennial Urban Exodus
Time magazine charts which American cities have reached "peak millennial."
Historic Preservation vs. the Housing Crisis
How can cities balance the benefits of historic preservation with the need for new housing?
Women-Only Ride-Hailing: A Safety Solution?
In Mexico, one popular app illustrates the feasibility and efficacy of women-only transportation models.