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As data centers see a surge in demand because of generative AI, Henrico County, Virginia, shows how local governments can turn the economic gains of this new industry into sustainable funding for affordable housing.
What makes college more affordable? Tuition increases are slowing and average student loan borrowing is declining. So is college getting more affordable?What is the real “damaging status quo” for housing? HUD Secretary Ben Carson views federal rental assistance as part of a “damaging status quo” that creates dependency in low-income Americans.That’s scary: America spends as much on Halloween as it does on Head Start Federal spending on children is projected to shrink as a share of the federal budget over the next decade.Who does the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program really benefit? There may be people doing nearly identical work for nearly identical pay, only some of whom are eligible for PSLF.California’s devastating wildfires reveal how urban sprawl can endanger communities Wayne Vroman discusses how trends in regional development can affect the future of wildfire preparedness.How will Hurricanes Harvey and Irma affect housing markets in Texas and Florida? Two key factors will have a big impact on the path and pace of recovery following Hurricanes Harvey and Irma.