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Gallery: Hottest temperatures recorded in American cities during July

With summer coming to an end Sept. 23, cities across the United States are closing the chapter on a record breaking season for heat. July was the hottest month that’s ever been recorded globally, following the hottest June ever. National records fell, too. Pheonix, Ariz., for example, all 31 days in July were at or […]

The top 10 Asthma Capitals for 2023

September is Asthma Peak Month thanks to ragweed pollen peaking, higher mold counts, the start of cold and flu season, and kids headed back to school. The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) has released its 2023 Asthma Capitals report, which analyses data from the 100 most populated cities and reveals the most challenging […]

U.S. cities with the cleanest air from latest “State of the Air” report

The American Lung Association’s (ALA) recently released 24th annual “State of the Air-2023” report grades Americans’ exposure to unhealthy levels of ground-level ozone, air pollution, annual particle pollution and short-term boosts in particle pollution over a three-year period. This year’s report covers 2019-2021. According to the ALA, the three years covered by “State of the […]

The 10 most desirable places to live in the U.S.

Home is where the heart is. There’s no place like home. There are plenty of sayings quotes to make light of where people call home and how they feel about it. Are you in the city you are meant to be in? Would you be happier moving somewhere else? Where would you go? In a […]

10 American cities accessible and safe for pedestrians

Amid a recent increase in roadway deaths nationally, pedestrian safety has become a prioritized topic in city halls and county offices across the United States. Research has proven that traffic calming features and smart urban planning can dramatically reduce the risk for pedestrians. Some cities are better at it than others. A new ranking from […]

Top 10 American cities that saw the most wage growth over the last 2 years

With rising inflation, wages are growing, too—more so in some cities than others. A new analysis released this month by SmartAsset ranks the top 15 American cities that saw the greatest percentage of income growth over the past two years. The top 10 cities that made the list can be viewed in the gallery above. […]

10 of the most affordable cities in the United States

With interest rates spiking as federal administrators clamp down on inflation, a city that’s affordable is a key factor considered by prospective new and current residents alike. Leaning on a number of metrics, a new ranking from MarketWatch ranks which U.S. cities are the most affordable. Certain areas of the country were generally less expensive […]

The 5 American cities with the most vacant commercial office space

Across the country, American cities are struggling to contain the economic fallout of the pandemic’s impact on commercial real estate. Within a very short period of time, remote work shifted from being a fringe benefit that some tech organizations offered to a workforce norm across many different industries. Seeking to cut costs, businesses adopted the […]

10 most hurricane-vulnerable counties for 2023

This year’s hurricane season is on now, and will run through Nov. 30 2023. In May, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) predicted a 40-percent chance of a near-normal Atlantic hurricane season this year, with 12-17 named storms. Five to nine of those storms could become hurricanes, including one to four major hurricanes of […]

The American City & County 2022 Crown Communities and Exemplary Public Servant winners

Throughout the year, we have been introducing you to the 2022 winners of the annual American City & County Crown Communities and Exemplary Public Servants of the Year awards. The American City & County Crown Communities award recognizes projects that cities or counties have undertaken during the year that have had a positive impact on […]

Gallery: Hottest temperatures recorded in American cities during July

The top 10 Asthma Capitals for 2023

U.S. cities with the cleanest air from latest “State of the Air” report

The 10 most desirable places to live in the U.S.

10 American cities accessible and safe for pedestrians

Top 10 American cities that saw the most wage growth over the last 2 years

10 of the most affordable cities in the United States

The 5 American cities with the most vacant commercial office space

10 most hurricane-vulnerable counties for 2023

The American City & County 2022 Crown Communities and Exemplary Public Servant winners

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