After the latest report of bodies in the bayou, City Hall needs to fill the information vacuum, identify solutions and show Houstonians that policymakers are taking action, writes the editorial board.

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In an era where data drives decision-making, city and county governments face the challenge of managing complex operations with precision and efficiency. From urban planning and emergency response to ...

Technology is increasingly taking a more critical role in the evolution of urban mobility. Cities worldwide are grappling with congestion, pollution, and inefficient transportation systems. As urban ...

Leadership is about much more than issuing orders or delegating tasks. One of your most essential roles as a leader is to serve as a role model. Your team is constantly observing how you conduct ...

Geocoding is rapidly becoming a critical tool for the insurance industry, enabling more precise risk assessment by pinpointing the exact location of insured properties. As insurers move beyond ...

The laugh-out-loud workplace comedy “30 Rock” (2006–2013) averaged more than seven jokes per minute, using the gamut of gags to get guffaws. Beyond a spectacular cast (Tina Fey, Alec Baldwin, Tracy ...

Ahead of the November presidential election, just 19% of Americans say democracy in the United States is a good example for other countries to follow, according to a Pew Research Center survey ...

Cognitive dissonance is a psychological term that describes the discomfort you feel when your beliefs don’t line up with your actions. Or it could refer to the tension of holding two conflicting ...