Triad Sees Population Growth But Lags Behind Some Other Regions
The population of the Triad has grown by nearly 9 percent since 2010. That's according to newly released figures from the U.S. Census Bureau.
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What You Need To Know About The 2020 Census
Why is the census important? How is it conducted? When does it officially start? NPR answers your questions about the upcoming national head count required by the U.S. Constitution once a decade.
For The First Time, U.S. Census To Collect Responses In Arabic Among 13 Languages
Households can respond to the 2020 census in more than double the number of languages supported in 2010. But some Arab-American community leaders are worried many Arabic speakers won't participate.
Census: North Carolina, And The South, Continues To Grow
A recent analysis by the U.S. Census Bureau shows North Carolina is continuing its growth spurt. It's just the latest evidence of a population boom in the Tar Heel State.
New Census Data Shows Texas Cities Are Growing Faster Than All Other States
The study found seven of the nation's fastest-growing cities are in Texas, with San Antonio expanding by the greatest number from 2016 to 2017.
2020 Census To Count Deployed Troops At Home Bases, Prisoners At Facilities
The Census Bureau says it will change how it counts service members deployed overseas and continue counting prisoners as residents of their correctional facilities for the upcoming national headcount.
No Middle Eastern Or North African Category On 2020 Census, Bureau Says
The Census Bureau's announcement about its race and ethnicity questions disappoints advocates who for years have been pushing for a check box for people with roots in the Middle East or North Africa.
Idaho Leads U.S. As Fastest Growing State, Census Bureau Reports
The population of Idaho increased by 2.2 percent, making it the fastest growing state in the U.S. Three other western states were just behind it: Nevada, Utah and Washington.
Who Put The 'Hispanic' In Hispanic Heritage Month?
As Hispanic Heritage Month gets under way, it's worth noting that the idea of people from the Latin American diaspora referring to themselves as 'Hispanic' or 'Latino' or 'Latinx' is a fairly new one.
Here's Why The Census Started Counting Latinos, And How That Could Change In 2020
On the Code Switch podcast this week, a look at concerns and issues facing people of color in the 2020 Census, and a look back at the reasons why "Hispanics" became a word in the first place.