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Areas of the U.S. with the Most Floodplain Population Growth
Millions of Americans reside along the coasts, near major rivers or other flood-prone areas of the country. Despite the risks and long-term ramifications of climate change and sea-level rise, their numbers continue to increase.
Metro Area School Segregation
Elevated levels of school segregation between blacks and whites remain prevalent throughout many areas of the country. A number of factors might explain varying degrees to which schools are segregated.
Voter Turnout Steadily Declines in Big City Mayoral Elections
Voter turnout for local elections has historically lagged gbut is getting worse, prompting officials toe xplroe new ways to get people to the polls. Election data from Chicago, New York City, Philadelphia, and Los Angeles are explored.