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Urban Wonk
Can We Finally Declare Peace in the 'War on Cars'?
Recent polling data suggests the public is much less divided than many headlines would have you believe.
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Videos
Why 3D Modeling Will Play a Huge Role in Tackling Rapid Urbanization
We can now simulate the effects of earthquakes, traffic jams and population expansion. From every angle.
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Does Human Capital Tend to Cluster in Center Cities or the Suburbs?
According to new research, where college-educated folks live has a lot to do with population size.
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The Big Fix
Is There Less Drunk Driving in the South, Or Just Less Data?
We've got a couple of theories.
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The Big Fix
Are Some Cities Built to Encourage Drunk Driving?
A look at which major U.S. cities have the most fatal car crashes per capita.
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Democracy in America
Seattle Tries Again to Outlaw Assault Weapons: This Week in Bans
Also, a Canadian city goes after bullies and a Chicago alderman takes the war on pigeons to a new level.
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What's Behind San Francisco's Sudden Building Boom?
Traditionally stingy with new growth, the city appears to be on the cusp of a major construction cycle.
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The Sad and Telling Reaction of School Districts Everywhere to Sandy Hook
Monday brings an awkward mix of grief and preparation.
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Year in Review
The 10 Healthiest U.S. Housing Markets Going in to 2013
Metros with strong job growth, low vacancy rates and low foreclosure inventory.
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Postcard
In Seattle, Hundreds of Same-Sex Couples Line Up to Marry
Gay marriage became legal in Washington today. And some couples weren't wasting any time.
