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Maps
These Are the Hurricane Maps You Should Worry About Now
Hint: The really ugly part will be the storm surge.
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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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Videos
Animal Daredevil of the Day: A Cat on a Bike
A Philadelphia man cruises around with his cat on his shoulder.
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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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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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Online Grocery Shopping Is Returning to the Physical World
A Chinese supermarket giant has announced plans to build 1,000 "virtual" supermarkets.
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Philadelphia Adds Soundtracks to its Public Sculptures
Four musicians, four pieces of city art, four ultra-weird musical compositions.
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The Grim Consequences of Closing Urban Hospitals
New research from Philadelphia finds that the city's newborn mortality rate spiked after a spate of hospital closures.
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Smartphones As Bicycle Lights: Still Not Catching On
The latest entrant claims to be more convenient than a standard bike-safety light, but we've got a few concerns.
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Photos
The Most Elegant Transit Maps Ever
The Brooklyn couple behind Lineposters discuss their creative process and inspiration.
