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A New York-Style High Line Is Coming to Tokyo
A post-war mentality that prioritized cars in urban planning is making way for more pedestrian-friendly thinking in Japan's capital.

The Questionable Economics of the 15-Minute City
The goals of this trendy urban planning model are laudable, but cities need to be realistic about their ability to place retail, services and jobs close to all residents.

Detroit's Revival Moves Beyond Downtown With 'Little Village'
A new microneighborhood centered around a restored arts anchor will test the city's ongoing revitalization outside its urban core.

NY MTA Seeks Behavioral Expert to Combat Record Fare Evasion
Transit officials hope to develop behavioral interventions to reduce fare evasion, looking beyond physical barriers and police presence.

Chicago Wants to Enlist Remote Workers in Rescue of Downtown
The city is betting that the summer — when most Americans are eager to escape the office — will be the moment for more people to come back.

Houston Hits Reverse on Safety-Focused Street Changes
Mayor John Whitmire has halted several road projects aimed at improving pedestrian and bike safety, worrying Vision Zero advocates in the Texas city.

How to Fill a Hole in Rockefeller Center
A $50 million makeover by Milan-based ACPV Architects turns a sunken plaza in Midtown Manhattan from an "urban void" into a place to socialize.