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<p>A design competition for the new Transbay Terminal in San Francisco anticipates only the most high profile international architects to participate.</p>

<p>The controlled growth initiative in Solano County, California, is one of many currently on the ballot in the Bay Area which aim to promote smart growth.</p>

<p>Consultants find that city officials held back a glaring report detailing the city's failing finances to clear the way for municipal bond sales for a new downtown baseball stadium.</p>

<p>With a diverse economy no longer dependent on military spending, the city is trying to lessen Uncle Sam's influence in its affairs and exert more control over its own destiny.</p>

<p>A slideshow depicts the 10 worst real estate markets in the US right now, with San Diego coming out on the bottom.</p>