When gas prices exploded this summer, it wasn’t hard to notice that Americans were changing their habits. Our streets were dominated with bikers and pedestrians; our mass transit systems packed with commuters looking to save time and money; and our driveways were full with unused cars as millions of us found easier, cheaper ways to [...]

A new study from the Brookings Institution says that Ohio needs to strengthen its cities while pulling back from the sprawling development patterns that have characterized much of its recent growth. (Columbus Dispatch — Joe Hallett)

New Brookings Institution report on five “megapolitan” areas in the southwest says that transit-oriented development is a key step towards helping these metros prosper. (Salt Lake Tribune — Editorial)