Bansky’s Street Work Coming Down

It’s a sad day for street art. City councils in London have decided to remove from their walls the many works of Banksy, the anonymous guerilla graffiti artist. “Where his fans and wealthy buyers see brilliant artwork, the councils see plain old vandalism.”

Toronto’s Green Approach to Parking

Eco-Friendly Parking lots? It’s easy when the city demands trees, walkways, and enhanced landscaping.

Is it Time to Rethink Jane Jacobs?

Urban historians weigh in on the legacy of Ms. Jacobs as part of an ongoing forum in New York City.

Plans for New York’s New Penn Station Unveiled

What will the new Penn Station look like, and how can we keep it from becoming a megamall with railroad tracks inside?

San Francisco: Less Safe Than Calcutta?

The homeless problem and availability of guns make San Francisco feel less safe that poor cities cities like Calcutta

Green Mayor
Bloomberg joins the likes of Christopher Dodd and Al Gore by calling for a nationwide carbon tax

BART Riders Uneasy About Surveillance Program

Surveillance systems being installed in subway systems in response to the London Bombings have some passengers leery.

New Report: US High Schools Abysmal

1 in 10 high schools in the country is now a “dropout factory,” most of which are concentrated in, (surprise!) large cities and areas of rural poverty. What it looks like, and what we should be doing about it.

Gay Meccas

Cities specifically courting gay tourists, with Washington DC and Fort Lauderdale coming out on top.

Now here’s a great idea: TOD meets ART