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Ohio ranks behind Kentucky, Indiana (but ahead of Michigan) on this list

Ohio ranks behind Kentucky, Indiana (but ahead of Michigan) on this list

US News published its 2026 Overall Best State Rankings this week. Here's how Ohio (and its neighbors) fared.
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Michigan Ranks Low in US News 2026 State Rankings

Michigan Ranks Low in US News 2026 State Rankings

Michigan has been ranked among the bottom five states in the US News 2026 Overall Best State Rankings. The rankings evaluated states across eight categories, including education, health care, economy, and infrastructure. Michigan performed best in health care, ranking 24th, but struggled in other areas, placing 45th in education and 43rd in economy. The rankings are based on 71 metrics and surveys conducted with over 56,000 people across the United States. Utah was ranked as the best state overall, while Louisiana was ranked last.
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USA250: The 10 greatest college athletes from Texas ranked

USA250: The 10 greatest college athletes from Texas ranked

As part of USA TODAY Sports' USA 250 initiative, here's a look at the top 10 greatest college athletes to ever play in the state of Texas:
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USA250: 10 greatest college athletes from Virginia ranked

USA250: 10 greatest college athletes from Virginia ranked

Virginia and Virginia Tech make up most of the 10 greatest college athletes in the history of the commonwealth - but not all the spots on our list.
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US News & World report ranks all 50 states and NC isn't far from top 10

US News & World report ranks all 50 states and NC isn't far from top 10

U.S. News & World Reports rankings were based on 8 categories. Here's how North Carolina ranked in the 2026 report.
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USA250: 10 greatest college athletes from Washington rankings

USA250: 10 greatest college athletes from Washington rankings

As part of USA TODAY Sports' USA 250 initiative, here's a look at the top 10 greatest college athletes to ever play in the state of Washington:
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USA250: 10 greatest college athletes from Tennessee

USA250: 10 greatest college athletes from Tennessee

As part of USA TODAY Sports' USA 250 initiative, here's a look at the top 10 greatest college athletes to ever play in the state of Tennessee:
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Trump's Plan Sees Five States Offering to Host Nuclear Waste for Energy Development

Trump's Plan Sees Five States Offering to Host Nuclear Waste for Energy Development

Under President Trump's plan, Tennessee, Utah, Louisiana, Idaho, and Oklahoma have agreed to host nuclear waste in exchange for federal support to develop the nuclear energy sector. This marks a significant step in addressing the challenge of storing nearly 100,000 metric tons of spent nuclear fuel. The states will host Nuclear Lifecycle Innovation Campuses, which will include waste sites and facilities for uranium enrichment and advanced reactor deployment. The initiative is expected to attract substantial private investment and generate significant tax revenues.
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Between prices and a diarrhea-causing parasite, lettuce is causing hard times at some restaurants

Between prices and a diarrhea-causing parasite, lettuce is causing hard times at some restaurants

It’s been a choppy year for restaurants that lean into lettuce
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Trump's Homelessness Policy Promotes Civil Commitment and Funding Overhaul

Trump's Homelessness Policy Promotes Civil Commitment and Funding Overhaul

In the year since President Trump signed an executive order to address homelessness, federal agencies have allowed states to expand civil commitment for homeless individuals with mental illness or substance abuse issues. The order prioritizes funding for states implementing involuntary psychiatric treatment and bans on urban camping. Critics argue this approach criminalizes homelessness and shifts focus from 'Housing First' policies, which provide non-conditional housing access. The policy has led to new laws in states like Utah, Indiana, and Louisiana, which penalize homeless encampments and expand involuntary institutionalization.
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USA250: 10 greatest college athletes from North Dakota

USA250: 10 greatest college athletes from North Dakota

As part of USA TODAY Sports' USA 250 initiative, here's a look at the top 10 greatest college athletes to ever play in the state of North Dakota:
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USA250: The 10 greatest college athletes from New York

USA250: The 10 greatest college athletes from New York

The state of New York has produced many great college athletes. We rank the 10 best with representation from several schools.