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Have Guitar, Will Sing Songs About Urban Planning
Melanie Hammet wants to turn obscure zoning ordinances into the universal language of song.
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The Fascinating Story of How Those Tropical Insects Made It Into Your Starbucks Coffee
Starbucks has said it's stopping the use of bug-based red dye. Why? Making the stuff looks like so much fun!
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The Big Fix
Why Tourists Rarely Explore the Rest of Las Vegas
The city's famous marketing success highlights its primary appeal.
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Democracy in America
Rita Crundwell vs. Harriette Walters: Who Embezzled Better?
Walters stole nearly $50 million from the District of Columbia, but Crundwell allegedly ganked more than half that amount in a town with a budget of only $8 million.
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A National Mall People Actually Want To Visit
Right now, the National Mall resembles nothing so much as an empty high school football field. But it could be much, much better.
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How to Green Southern Cities Built in the Age of Cars and Air Conditioning
U.S. cities in the South have their own set of challenges to face in going green. But Atlanta, for one, is trying.
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What I Learned About Community By Working with Community Gardens
Just outside Washington, D.C., our small nonprofit collects extra food to help hungry neighbors.
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The Big Fix
Washington, D.C.'s Tourist Trap
The District of Columbia attracts millions of visitors every year, but they don't often venture far beyond the National Mall.
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Subway Platforms From Around the World
As iconic as anything above ground, these subway platforms leave riders with an added sense of the city they serve.
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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.
