Coastal flooding gets lots of the attention, but corn- and soybean-dependent agricultural states in the Midwest could face downturns without adaptation. Read more
The Department of Justice skipped over Chicago (and other major cities with crime problems) and brought in the state capital for a new partnership. But the numbers suggest it's not an odd decision. Read more
To the many causes of the city's segregation, add the city's first zoning ordinance, which was set in place in 1923 and had profound implications for how the city grew from there. Read more
You've heard of gun violence described as a sickness, contagious to those with social ties. A new study shows how much time it takes to "infect" the next person, which could help us fight the disease. Read more
Many students say they choose friends for protection or safety—they're forced to think strategically in order to get by, a recent study shows. Read more
