Cities

TRAVEL October 22

10 best places to celebrate Halloween in the US, with spooky spots ranked

A new report ranked the best Halloween towns in the U.S. ahead of the spooky holiday. WalletHub analysts compared 100 cities to create a list of cities with the best celebrations.

TRAVEL July 9

Here are the best and worst US cities to raise a family in 2024

Raising a family in a positive environment is a priority for many American families. WalletHub released a list of the top family-friendly cities in 2024. Check this out.

LIFESTYLE May 11

Stun guns, pepper spray and more: What you must know about self-defense tools and legal status

Personal safety tools are in high demand today. Self-defense experts weighed in on the best tools to defend yourself against crime and these tools' legal status across the country.

LIFESTYLE May 1

Stay safe with 4 self-defense tips from expert Rener Gracie: 'Not an easy target'

As Americans in big cities look to protect themselves, Gracie University head jiu-jitsu instructor Rener Gracie offers expert tips on mastering self-defense skills and staying safe.

Quizzes March 25

American Culture Quiz: Test your knowledge of iconic stars and popular pastimes

In this week's American Culture Quiz, see how much you know about some iconic musical stars — plus popular pastimes and gifts that keep on giving. Can you get all eight questions right?

LIFESTYLE March 19

Here are the 10 happiest cities in America, with some 'astonishing' locations

A new study found that these U.S. cities are the happiest based on emotional well-being, employment, environment and more. See if your favorite town made the list.

LIFESTYLE March 11

Top 10 cities for college basketball fans ahead of March Madness 2024 tournament games

March Madness is almost here, and a new study showed which U.S. cities are the best for college basketball fans ahead of the tournament. See the top listed spots!

Media March 1

Actor Terrence Howard ordered to pay almost $1M in back taxes after saying ‘immoral’ to tax slave descendants

Actor Terrence Howard reportedly said that it is "immoral" for the government to "charge taxes to the descendants of slaves" after threatening a Justice Department lawyer.

California February 29

Secretive tech billionaire-backed California city proposal faces obstacles to getting on ballot

After the company behind a proposed city in Solano County, CA, had to revise its initiative twice, time is running short to gather signatures it needs to get on the Nov. 5 ballot.

Media February 23

Urban charter schools bode success for low-income, non-Whites, college enrollment: Report

A new study from the University of Michigan that was released on Thursday showed that certain practices in charter schools bode success for low-income, non-White students.