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Charts
Using Uber Ridership Data to Compare Cities and Neighborhoods
San Francisco's Financial District is more Manhattan-like than it is San Francisco-like, and other observations.
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The Case for Weird Buildings, Indianapolis Skepticism, and a Renter's Respite: The Best #CityReads of the Week
Our weekly look back at the stories you may have missed.
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Can Eminent Domain Solve Our Mortgage Woes?
Officials in California and Chicago are throwing their weight behind a proposal that would let homeowners refinance certain loans.
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The Startling Urban Dynamic in Pennsylvania's Voter ID Law
Philadelphia voters are in uncharted territory as the state fights over restrictive new ID legislation.
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Photos
The World's Biggest Gay Rights 'Tattoo'
Artist Steed Taylor unravels the story behind Chicago's "Galloon," a tribute to out gays and lesbians in the military.
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Do Basketball Arenas Spur Economic Development?
The latest research finds arenas are "not the cause of development so much as they are the effect."
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Maps
Mapping a City's Surnames
An amazing new tool tracks the names and nationalities that dominate parts of London.
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Maps
Living in Some Parts of Chicago Can Take More Than a Decade Off Your Life
Invariably, the impact falls the hardest on low-income minorities.
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Inside the Weird World of Tracking Gangs on Social Media
With gang members openly posting about their plans to commit violent acts on Facebook and YouTube, police departments nationwide find increased challenges and unique advantages.
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Photos
8 Truly Embarrassing City Souvenirs
From a Lady Liberty comb to 'I Heart London' nail clippers.
