What Berkeley’s encampment class action could mean for London’s homeless policies
A California class-action lawsuit challenges the removal of homeless encampments as unconstitutional. While the case is thousands of miles away, it raises…
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The Unsung Bureaucrat: Planners in Film and Television
An examination of how urban planners are portrayed in popular culture, exploring their depiction in films and television shows and the potential…
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New York City Considers Expanding Commercial Composting Mandates
A proposed law in New York City could significantly expand requirements for commercial composting, aiming to divert more organic waste from landfills,…
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California’s Return-to-Office Mandate Tests State Office Building Readiness
As California mandates state employees return to the office, the suitability of existing government buildings for modern work patterns is under scrutiny,…
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Exploring the Emotional Resonance of Urban Landscapes
A new piece delves into how urban environments shape and reflect human emotions, drawing connections between the built environment and personal experience.
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California Restores $900M in Homelessness Funding, Bolstering Local Response Systems
State officials have nearly doubled an initial proposal to reinstate significant funding for local governments' homelessness initiatives, a move praised as vital…
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Rethinking Public Engagement: From Planner Jargon to Lived Experience
A critique of traditional urban planning surveys highlights the need to ask residents about their experiences rather than technical planning questions, advocating…
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World Cup 2026 Stadiums Ranked: Vancouver and Seattle Lead the Pack for Urbanism
A new ranking by CityNerd highlights the urban planning success of Vancouver and Seattle in hosting World Cup 2026 matches, contrasting with…
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Joby and Toyota Forge Electric Air Taxi Venture
Aerospace firm Joby Aviation and automotive giant Toyota have established a joint venture to accelerate the production and certification of Joby's electric…
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Washington State Population Growth Slows as Seattle and Tacoma Lead Gains
New estimates show a significant deceleration in population growth across Washington state, with Seattle and Tacoma experiencing the largest numerical increases despite…
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