PHILADELPHIA-Multifamily properties in suburban Jenkintown and King of Prussia receive awards from the independent Apartment Association of Greater Philadelphia. Boston-based Metropolitan Properties of America owns both complexes.

MARTINEZ, CA-Proponents of a newly passed "big-box" ordinance in Martinez say that the legislation is necessary to protect big businesses, but Wal-Mart sees the policy as anti-competitive.

CHICAGO-The already hot neighborhood northwest of Downtown should continue to see residential and retail redevelopment, and perhaps more around new Chicago Transit Authority stations, according to a 20-year plan by the city's department of planning and development.

SAN FRANCISCO-A proposed development project could bring affordable housing and employment opportunities to Tenderloin residents, while playing a major role in revitalizing the neighborhood.