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The escalating health impacts of climate change, from extreme heat to sea level rise, highlight the urgent need for integrated medical education, proactive communication, and sustainable policy solutions to protect public health.

January 13 - Association of Health Care Journalists

BLOG POST

Solastalgia is an increasingly relevant word that refers to the homesickness one feels when still at home, caused by distress due to environmental change in one’s home environment – for example, after a hurricane or wildfire.

January 13 - April Economides

Rising global temperatures driven by climate change are intensifying and prolonging wildfire seasons worldwide, necessitating improved forest management, public awareness, and urgent action to reduce fossil fuel emissions.

January 12 - DW.com

In 1960, about 12 percent of the Twin Cities metro's land was already developed. By 2020, about 34 percent had been developed. Many factors influenced how the region has changed since 1960.

January 12 - Metropolitan Council: Metro Update

Seeking recovery from decades of failed urban renewal projects, New Haven rings in the new year by continuing a series of small-scale urban planning initiatives to reinvent its municipal spaces. 

January 12 - Governing Magazine

FEATURE

A pedestrian safety crisis, rising housing instability, and destructive extreme weather events set the stage for an eventful year.

January 12 - Diana Ionescu

An analysis of travel times in major world cities reveals how much time drivers spend in traffic.

January 10 - Bloomberg CityLab

The automatic braking systems on two major car models failed to stop for pedestrians wearing reflective strips in a test.

January 10 - Streetsblog USA

The city could install AquaFence barriers around its most important wastewater pumping stations.

January 10 - Fox 13 Tampa Bay

Lewisville, Texas, demonstrates how equitable planning and community-driven efforts can transform underserved areas by enhancing park access and promoting social and recreational equity.

January 10 - National Recreation and Park Association Open Space Blog

The agency says the changes are part of an effort to address its financial crisis and continue delivering “reliable service.”

January 9 - San Francisco Chronicle

The city’s updated Shade Master Plan calls for trees and built structures at bus stops to protect residents from heat.

January 9 - Smart Cities Dive

Swedish cities are encouraging designers to dramatically reimagine the humble water tower.

January 9 - Fast Company

City officials say the pause on permits for redevelopment projects aims to stop the displacement of long-term residents.

January 9 - Governing

A meta-study shows that public realm interventions can help reduce crime rates.

January 9 - Streetsblog USA

Bucking national trends, Milwaukee reduced homelessness in 2024 through Housing First policies and supportive services, but local advocates warn high housing costs will likely lead to an increase in the unhoused population in the coming year.

January 9 - Wisconsin Public Radio

The Blue Line will be the third bus rapid transit corridor in the city.

January 9 - Fox 59

Taking a wider view of communities could help keep schools open despite falling enrollment.

January 8 - Shelterforce Magazine

High housing costs are squeezing a record number of American households.

January 8 - Lexington Herald Leader

Dozens of videos reportedly show Tesla vehicles colliding with other cars, parking signs, and walls while using a driverless remote parking feature.

January 8 - The Verge