WASHINGTON (AP) — America's small cities are losing some of their traditional appeal to upwardly mobile families seeking wholesome neighborhoods, a stable economy and affordable living. ...more

November 16, 2009

The issue: Moratorium on county impact fees. Our opinion: It won't help the housing market. ...more

March 15, 2009

The city received more than $5.2 million in 2008 from the federal government for community development block grants, money made available to local nonprofit organizations for building more affordable housing and creating employment programs. ...more

February 18, 2009

It's a chance to gain independence from welfare, to find a job and possibly buy a home. ...more

January 12, 2009

The calls started pouring in early this week, about the time the billboard went up announcing free pet vaccinations. ...more

January 2, 2009

Hillsborough County's affordable housing program exists to help low-income homebuyers. ...more

January 2, 2009

The calls started pouring in early this week, about the time the billboard went up announcing free pet vaccinations. ...more

January 1, 2009

Six months after accepting its last applications for grants and free home inspections, the My Safe Florida Home program has yet to reimburse thousands of homeowners for making hurricane-safety improvements. ...more

December 20, 2008

Six months after accepting its last applications for grants and free home inspections, the My Safe Florida Home program has yet to reimburse thousands of homeowners for making hurricane-safety improvements. Why the delay? ...more

December 19, 2008

The Tampa Housing Authority's new five-year plan represents an ambitious appeal for improvement and self-sufficiency. ...more

November 23, 2008