Amanda Kolson Hurley
Amanda Kolson Hurley is a freelance journalist in the Washington, D.C., area. Her writing has appeared in the Washington Post, The Atlantic's CityLab, and many other publications.
Urban Forests Are More Vital Than Ever. Why Aren't We Managing Them Better?
Forest managers in cities need more data on climate change, pests, and other factors, and they spend much of their time and funding on invasive species.
Los Angeles Launches a New Phone App That Will Alert Users When an Earthquake Is Imminent
Thus far the program has had its fair share of issues, but it could set the precedent for other areas vulnerable to an earthquake.
How Our Climate Affects Our Personalities
A new study examines the influence that the climate we live in has on shaping our personalities, and what that means in the time of climate change.
A Newfound 'Octopus City' Resurfaces Old Questions About the Animal's Social Intelligence
Scientists were surprised to find that this smart and solitary species had built a cephalopod city. But why?
It’s Fine to Take Your Spouse’s Name
There are many reasons people still do it—and to misunderstand them is to misunderstand the possibilities of the modern family.