Chicago is consistently ranked as one of the most livable cities, and it’s not hard to see why. The Windy City offers a plethora of opportunities for both work and play, all while maintaining a more affordable cost of living compared to New York and San Francisco. For those considering a move to Chicago or...
We used facts and science to find the most boring small towns in the United States. Unquestionably, America has many small places that are full of fun things to do. These are the spots where you can feel the energy and where a young, busy community is together. You know these places well because you’ve...
These days, people want to rent homes, but there are fewer and fewer units offered each year. Also, rent is going up very quickly in many places, especially the bigger ones. Some apartments are becoming too expensive for students and people with low-paying jobs to afford. Along with these two bad events, there are more...
Parents probably need to start their kids early on if they want them to enjoy doing things outside. Now days, there are too many things going on around kids to keep their attention. Kids might have wanted to camp, hike, ride bikes, play cops and crooks, and fish a long time ago. A lot of...
Many dog owners think of their animal family member as part of the family. This means that when they move, their dog goes with them. It can be hard to do this when moving to a smaller place or one with shared areas like a lobby, elevators, or a backyard. Of course, if you already...
It could take years to fix your credit, so having a credit card that will help you through the process and give you other benefits while you use it makes your life a lot easier. That’s what the Menards credit card is, and more. If someone has said something bad about the card, it’s probably...
Giving our kids the best schooling possible is something we all want to feel like we’re doing the best we can for them. It’s too bad that not every school in America is the same. Some schools have great results, inspiring teachers, and lots of clubs and groups outside of school to get students involved,...
One of the most common ways to punish thieves around the world is to put them in prison. There are different types of jails in almost every country. Criminals who break the law lose their freedom in these jails. Even though going to prison isn’t meant to be a vacation, people who do go through...
The number and spread of gangs in the US seems to be growing very quickly. According to WordPopulationReview.com, gang violence is linked to almost half of all violent crimes that happen in towns across the country. The National Gang Center says there are more than 30,000 different gangs in the United States that work in...
Cycling is not only a great way to get in shape, but it can also be a cheaper and better for the environment way to get to work. Not every city is bike-friendly, but many cities have lots of bike paths, slow speed limits, and beautiful views that make riding a bike fun. Here is...