Quite some time ago, a friend offered me an idea for an article. Reserve Block 40 — why the hell is that little park named that? No one (at least, no one who walks among the living) appeared to know. It was a mystery that had been allowed to be. Finding this all very interesting, I took up the suggestion of my friend. Working my way back through materials on the topic, I wound up tracing a circuitous path back home. The piece wound up becoming a kind of oblique auto-biography, and wound up ...| Streets.mn
Top image: Hosmer Library at the Intersection of E 36th Street and 4th Ave South, 1940s. From the Department of Community Planning and Economic Development Records, Hennepin County Library. Imagine it is the spring of 1951, a weekday afternoon in May. You are nine years old, and you just got let out of Warrington Elementary School at 37th St. and 3rd Ave. for the day. It has been a strange school year, with the school strike and everything. You sniff the air outside, the smell of bread from t...| Streets.mn
Four months. That’s how long San Francisco has to change its rules to allow taller buildings and denser neighborhoods across much of the city. It’s a once-in-a-generation — maybe two generations — redesign to make room for tens of thousands of new homes. The plan’s opponents feel emboldened by the recall of Sup. Joel Engardio. […] The post SF’s Big Housing Plan Hits the Home Stretch. These Changes Are Still Up For Debate appeared first on The Frisc.| The Frisc
The local supervisor is the project’s City Hall champion — and a thorn in Amazon’s side. The developer won’t say if the online giant will be a tenant.| The Frisc
A powerful political backlash to the conversion of a roadway to a park on the city’s western seashore led to Tuesday’s downfall of the supervisor representing the neighborhood — a move Asian American leaders say signals the rising political power of a community long ignored on transportation issues.| San Francisco Public Press
The Hamline-Midway neighborhood in St. Paul — the crucial stretch between University Avenue and Interstate 94 from Snelling Avenue to Lexington Parkway — sits at the intersection of two major transit lines and should be thriving. Instead, it’s littered with empty big-box shells, struggling strip malls, and businesses that seem to exist in spite of their locations rather than because of them. The problem isn’t just vacancy or disinvestment. It’s that developers and property owners ha...| Streets.mn
San Francisco’s single-room occupancy hotels (SROs) have long been an important housing supply for the city’s working-class and low-income residents. Local law makes it difficult to demolish and rebuild these buildings, even as many age into disrepair, but a new law heading to California Gov. Gavin Newsom’s desk could override those restrictions. Backers of the […] The post Gavin Newsom Could Make SRO Demolition Easier. SF Affordable Housing Advocates Aren’t Protesting appeared firs...| The Frisc
Today’s New York neighborhood called NoHo, wedged between Greenwich Village and the East Village, holds many captivating stories from the 19th century, and the tales of many people and places that then went on to become associated with the Gilded Age. The Astor family began their dynasty here in both investment and real estate as did the well-known… Read More The post 19th Century NoHo: Glamour, Greed, Money, and Murder appeared first on The Bowery Boys: New York City History.| The Bowery Boys: New York City History
Situated along the rocky coastline of Southern Maine, Portland is a beautiful coastal city with both historic charm and modern […] The post Portland Maine Neighborhoods 🌊🏖️ | A Guide to the Best Neighborhoods in Portland Maine appeared first on Preferred Movers NH.| Preferred Movers NH
West Sixth Street & the Market District are must-visit destinations for foodies, craft beer lovers, sports fans, shoppers and those looking to experience Austin's nightlife. With late night diners and award-winning restaurants, unique boutiques, vintage and antique shops, local bookstores, and bars on almost every corner make time to explore the Market District and West 6th Street area in Austin, Texas.| www.austintexas.org
When Chair Nancy Tung announced that the Democratic County Central Committee of San Francisco would not take a position on the recall of District 4 Supervisor Joel Engardio, recall supporters cheered. In the lead-up to the vote, a narrative gained traction: if the DCCC opposed the recall, it would signal to west-side Asian American voters that their voices didn’t matter. While the decision is unlikely to change the outcome of the Sept. 16 special election, political strategists say it signa...| San Francisco Public Press
Ramble around this sleepy neighborhood for steep delights, a weird octagon, and rejuvenated green space. Diego Rivera will be back soon too.| The Frisc
Some of you may have already seen local coverage of new six-unit homes being proposed near the University of St Thomas campus. You also may have heard about some pushback from neighbors in that area — specifically an ask for a moratorium on all multifamily housing construction in the area. The two multi-unit structures would replace two single-family homes at 2143 and 2149 Selby Avenue (both owned by Elliot Capital Group in Eden Prairie, according to Ramsey County records). The houses, one ...| Streets.mn
DOT's nascent effort to convert 70 curbside spots on the Upper West Side from free to metered parking is on hold after drivers threw a fit.| nyc.streetsblog.org
Zohran Mamdani vowed to complete street redesigns that Eric Adams killed due to political pressure and, in at least one case, alleged bribes.| nyc.streetsblog.org
Imagine destroying everything you've spent decades building to stop the city from building a bike lane. Welcome to Gina and Tony Argentos' world.| nyc.streetsblog.org
What's new in restaurant openings around Boston: Bakey opens in Faneuil Hall, and a fine dining restaurant takes over the former No. 9 Park.| Boston.com
Figuring out which neighborhood to move to is one of the best ways to induce choice paralysis. There are so many places to choose from, they all seem to have their pros and cons, and the stakes are really high if you choose a place that you end up unhappy with. After I moved two years ago, we recorded a podcast episode comparing my data-driven approach to Tim Marino‘s intuition strategy. Well, I moved again this year, and I had a new spreadsheet in my tool belt this time. I’d like to intr...| Streets.mn
The Minneapolis neighborhood of Kingfield is bounded by 36th Street to the north, Interstate 35W to the east, 46th Street to the south and Lyndale Avenue to the west. It is known for a great farmers’ market, hip restaurants and the landmark Church of the Incarnation. Local restaurant Bucheron recently won a James Beard award for best new restaurant while staples like Boludo, Petite Leon and Sebastian Joe’s are city favorites that keep people coming to Kingfield. The neighborhood also c...| Streets.mn
The bus-first transformation is an ambitious project that could speed buses by 20 percent while also calming the roadway's notorious traffic. But it's not perfect.| nyc.streetsblog.org
Explore the vibrant Vivienne neighborhood in Paris, featuring charming streets, trendy shops, and delightful cafes. Vivienne Paris Neighborhood Guide on Culture Travel| Culture Travel
This Sunday will mark one month since the beloved street vendor was detained and separated from her family. Although she is currently fighting for her release and proper medical care, she has taken it upon herself to help those who are incarcerated alongside her.| lataco.com
Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg dropped charges against a 30-year-old cyclist who NYPD falsely accused of fleeing the scene.| nyc.streetsblog.org
Wandering through Recoleta, one of Buenos Aires’ most aesthetically pleasing neighborhoods you can easily imagine the city as it was during its halcyon days at the beginning of the 20th century.| Wander Argentina
In this article, I’ll guide you through the best typical dishes to try in Trastevere and recommend the spots where you can enjoy them. All contemporary Romans know that Trastevere is one of the top foodie neighborhoods in Rome. Locals visit Trastevere mostly around lunchtime or dinner. The city’s most famous food tours take place ... Read more| Rome Travelogues
Palermo is Buenos Aires' largest barrio and also one of its most walkable, with tree-lined streets dotted by casas chorizos, long, built in the late 19th century| Wander Argentina
La Boca, the Buenos Aires’ neighborhood famed for its colorful houses, its tango and its soccer team, is the one spot that makes every visitor’s agenda. The centerpiece is the cobblestone strip, El Caminito, or little walkway.| Wander Argentina
Discover the best things to do in Georgetown DC, from historic sites and shopping to waterfront dining. Visit & explore this vibrant neighborhood!| DC Travel Magazine
District 4 Dallas Plan Commissioner Tom Forsyth came on the scene like a wrecking ball in February, determined to make good on a promise to Councilwoman Carolyn King Arnold and her constituents that he’s going to protect single-family neighborhoods.| CandysDirt.com
