Evan Roberts

Assistant Professor of Population Studies and Sociology, University of Minnesota

Assistant Professor of Population Studies and Sociology at the University of Minnesota, and a member of “Neighbors for More Neighbors”

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Is Minneapolis the most radical city in America right now?

Minneapolis is upzoning, and LA should pay attention

Is Minneapolis the most radical city in America right now?

from Design and Architecture

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On a Friday morning in rural Kansas, the publisher of a tiny local newspaper hears a knock at the door. It’s the police—with a search warrant.

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The Rent Brigade says that six months after the January wildfires in Southern California, some landlords are still engaging in rent gouging.

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Nothing says “Los Angeles lifestyle” quite like a house in the hills. For one couple, the appeal is enough to make rebuilding a certainty in spite of the fire risk.

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The arrest of a student protester raises questions on free speech. Is the White House picking which speech is illegal, or are they enforcing anti-discrimination laws?

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This spring, the first residents will move into Cotino, a Disney-themed planned community. The entertainment giant is eyeing more real estate investment.

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Were the April special elections a win for Democrats? How will Trump’s “Liberation Day” tariffs affect American consumers? Plus, KCRW discusses the feasibility of a third Trump term.

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The shift in housing value is marking up prices for some communities, while others show only modest gains, according to a study from Crosstown LA.

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Many retirees who lost their homes to fire have to decide whether it’s worth rebuilding a house they may have few years left to enjoy – if they can even afford it.

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