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Detroit's Main Street, Then and Now
A look at the city's major artery before, during, and after the automobile boom
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A look at the city's major artery before, during, and after the automobile boom
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Where we live makes a huge difference in our commuting choices -- but not always in the ways you'd think
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Abortion, poverty, unemployment—none of these factors is the main reason our metro areas are getting safer
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Nearly one fifth of gay couples are raising children -- but not in the cities where you'd expect to find them
Twice as many Americans now live in states that recognize same-sex marriage
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A nationwide analysis shows that towns where people bike to work are richer, fitter, and more successful in many other ways
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Cities drive our economy, but they won't be returning to full employment anytime soon
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A new FBI report reveals that big cities are the safest they've been in decades
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Towns across the country hope to capture their brand with a good catchphrase, but the task is not as easy as it sounds
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Where should they go? A look at what makes places attractive for our nation's young professionals—and a list of the 25 best metro areas.
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