Best Places To Live?

The 2025-2026 Best Places to Live rankings, as outlined by sources like U.S. News & World Report, evaluate 250 major U.S. cities based on criteria such as value (affordability, cost of living), desirability (resident satisfaction, amenities), job market strength (employment opportunities, economic stability), and quality of life (education, healthcare, safety, and recreation).

Cities are scored using a methodology that weighs these factors, often incorporating data from public sources like the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI crime statistics, and resident surveys.

For example, a city like Boise, Idaho, frequently ranks high due to its affordable housing, growing tech job market, access to outdoor recreation and high resident satisfaction.

Similarly, places like Raleigh, North Carolina, score well for their robust economies and family friendly environments. The exact rankings depend on how each city’s metrics (such as median home prices, unemployment rates, or school quality) stack up against others in the dataset.

Follow the link below to see a list of 250 best places to live!

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Don’t Bring The Baby!

During the University at Buffalo’s College of Arts and Sciences commencement ceremony on May 18th, 2025, graduate Jean Paul Al Arab, a criminology major, was chased across the stage by a university police officer after bringing his 6-month-old son, Mtanos, with him to collect his diploma.

Both were dressed in matching blue caps and gowns. The university’s rules prohibit anyone other than the graduating student from walking across the stage, citing safety and to avoid disruptions. Al Arab ignored multiple directives from event staff and police, leading to the brief foot chase.

A viral TikTok video showed him sprinting with his baby, shaking hands with officials and waving to a cheering crowd before being escorted off. Al Arab claimed it was a misunderstanding, stating he had asked about bringing his baby during a prep class.

The university decided not to penalize him, and he will receive his Bachelor of Arts degree as planned.

FULL STORY HERE