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How the Suburbs Could Drive a Compromise on Gun Control
An intriguing theory about the geography of the "middle ground" on guns.
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Charts
How President Obama's Budget Proposal Would Affect Cities
Three programs to watch as federal budget negotiations kick off.
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Postcard
Luminous 'Light Paintings' of D.C.'s Cherry Blossoms
With a long exposure and a flashlight, Jacques Domenge brings out the surreal beauty of the cherry trees after the crowds have gone.
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Maps
America's Most Post-Industrial Metros
The cities that lead America's transition from a goods-producing to service economy.
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15 Ideas for Making Amtrak's Northeast Corridor Better
The federal government has prepared a short list that includes 220 mph trains.
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Photos
2013 Opening Day: Baseball Begins
Fans descend on ballparks around the country as Major League Baseball gets underway.
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Postcard
Pails of Water and a Fight for a Beer Bucket: Bizarre Easter Traditions
A collection of strange and lovely Easter traditions.
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Homeless in the Suburbs: The Best #CityReads of the Week
Our weekly roundup of the most intriguing articles about cities and urbanism we've come across in the past seven days.
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Parking Ticket of the Day: The One Rep. Louie Gohmert Isn't Paying
Will the Texas congressman pay up?
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Urban Wonk
The Strange Case of Squatters' Sovereignty
A new twist on property rights, in a suburb outside of Washington, D.C.
