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From NPR affiliates to local investigations, our research frequently appears in the news. Below is a selection of the reporting our analysis has empowered.

WHRONov 20, 2025 · Health care

Federal health-insurance subsidies are ending — thousands in Hampton Roads face premiums that could triple

CityWork provided analysis on the termination of ACA subsidies and the potential premium increases for Hampton Roads residents.

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WHROJan 8, 2025 · Housing

Hampton Roads cities continue to see some of the nation's highest eviction rates

Analysis of regional eviction data and how affordability concentrates in specific cities.

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WHROJul 29, 2024 · Housing

Building more homes doesn't guarantee lower rents

New analysis demonstrates that simply adding supply does not reduce rental costs in Hampton Roads.

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13 News NowJan 23, 2024 · Housing

Virginia's anti-rent-gouging bill

CityWork commentary on proposed legislation restricting how much landlords can raise rents.

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WHRO / NPRDec 26, 2023 · Housing

Which city has the highest average rent in Hampton Roads? The answer may surprise you

An investigation into regional rent levels drawing on CityWork's data.

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WHRO / NPRJul 28, 2023 · Climate

Rental data shows affordability concentrates in neighborhoods facing climate pressure

How affordable housing clusters in specific Hampton Roads municipalities that face rising climate risk.

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ABC 13Feb 28, 2023 · Housing

Rising housing costs in Norfolk

CityWork director Alex Fella discusses escalating housing expenses affecting Norfolk residents.

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Virginian-PilotDec 18, 2022 · Housing

Activists use data to explore Norfolk's rising rental costs and community burdens

An early feature on CityWork's data-driven approach to the region's rental affordability crisis.

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