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The Big Fix
A Budget By (and For) the People
More and more cities are experimenting with participatory budgeting. But who really gets to decide how the money is spent?
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North America's Most Distinctive Theater Marquees
A sampling of some of the most vibrant, colorful signs.
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A Bacon Bacchanalia, Coming to a City Near You
The annual Baconfest Chicago has taken off, and others may soon follow suit.
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Unusual Urban Pastime of the Day: Subway Speed Riding
An international duo tries to ride the New York subway from end to end faster than anyone else.
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Why This Chicago Non-Profit Wants Your Trash
They train the disadvantaged to transform garbage into beautiful furniture.
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Next Great Idea
The Enduring Effect of Neighborhoods
Harvard sociologist Robert J. Sampson on his new book, Great American City.
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Shoes Over Telephone Wires: This Probably Doesn't Explain It
Chicago residents are scratching their heads over this age-old mystery.
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Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Bus Rapid Transit
A new database corrals just about everything that's known about the 134 BRT systems in the world.
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The Big Fix
The Elusiveness of Police Accountability
If Trayvon Martin had been shot by an officer, his killing wouldn't have sparked a national outcry. Why it's so hard to hold officers accountable for excessive force.
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Fashion Accessory of the Day: Subway Map Cuff Bracelets
A sleek, sartorial way to show your love for public transportation.
