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Missoula, no longer per capita cannabis heavyweight in US, advances new moratorium

Missoula may no longer have one of the highest number of cannabis dispensaries per capita in the United States, a city official told a city council committee on Wednesday. Apparently, Missoula has 54 dispensaries within city limits and Bozeman now has 74, according to state statistics. At the meeting, the

Michigan township denies solar expansion after months of controversy

(The Center Square) – After months of public opposition, a southwest Michigan township has voted to deny an expansion for a utility-scale solar project. The Fayette Township Planning Commission voted Monday night to deny a special land use permit sought by Ranger Power, receiving a standing ovation from the community

A rare bipartisan housing victory faces a bigger problem – Americans still can’t afford housing

A rare bipartisan housing victory faces a bigger problem – Americans still can’t afford housing

The U.S. House of Representatives has passed what could become the most significant housing legislation in decades. But even supporters say it doesn’t do enough to ease America’s housing affordability crunch. On May 20, 2026, the House passed the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act by a

Council approves new development regs

City councilmembers unanimously took the last step this week to approve new subdivision regulations. The regulations were written to ensure the city is in compliance with the Montana Land Use Planning Act, according to a staff report to the council. "The State of Montana Enacted the Montana Land Use

Council moves forward with land use map, development regs

City councilmembers unanimously took the first step this week in approving new subdivision regulations that give city staff the authority to approve preliminary plat applications without needing to get council’s approval. A preliminary plat is defined in the proposed regulations as “a neat and scaled drawing of a proposed

City council to consider adoption of land use plan, subdivision regs

City council to consider adoption of land use plan, subdivision regs

Population could double in 2040s, according to city

‘Affordable’ Pittsburgh doesn’t have enough affordable housing – here’s why

‘Affordable’ Pittsburgh doesn’t have enough affordable housing – here’s why

(STATE COLLEGE, PENN.) Pittsburgh is widely regarded as a relatively affordable place to live. Overall, housing and living costs remain below national averages for midsize cities in the United States. Along with low home prices, Pittsburgh offers stable employment rates and close proximity to leading universities and high-quality hospitals.