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Hurricane Sandy's Track: 10 Million People Could Lose Power
And that's the "conservative estimate," according to a Johns Hopkins engineer.
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Hurricane Sandy Provokes the Largest Preemptive Public Transportation Shutdown in U.S. History
As Sandy bears down on the East Coast, some of the biggest cities in America come to a virtual standstill.
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Hurricane Sandy: How Bad Is It Looking, Really?
The "Frankenstorm" approaches.
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Urban Wonk
Lessons From a Reinvented Military Base
The story of how this urban asset was re-purposed holds truths for cities engaged in similar transformations.
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Rankings
The Best Cities for Green Commuters
Which areas have the most bikers, the most walkers, and the most public transit riders?
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As Local Governments Shrink, Private Consultants Reap Rewards
Meet the high-paid experts who are pitching our cities and states on how to save money.
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Urban Wonk
What Are the 7 Keys to a Strong Community?
Parks, community schools, and other essential elements.
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Charts
Why Amtrak Keeps Breaking Ridership Records and Will Continue To Do So
The rail operator's recent success should end the debate over its privatization.
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Urban Wonk
This Is What a Neighborhood Revitalization Actually Looks Like
A low-income community in Boston taps homegrown business leaders for a brighter future.
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Maps
Mapping the Potential for Solar Power On Every Roof
Nearly every square meter of rooftop in Cambridge, Massachusetts, has now been evaluated for its suitability to host solar panels.
