How times change. St. Louis, Missouri which has been declared a 'murder capital' every other week has just been given a new title - Most family-friendly city in America.
I do not agree with this. I want to be clear that the concept that Illinois is a bad place to raise a family is the opinion of the internet and probably not from anyone that has lived in the Land of Lincoln. Let's explore why they think that's the case.
I realize that I'm going to have a lot of explaining to do with this one because it's a brand new 2024 ranking of the best cities to raise a family in the United States. One of the top ones is almost nearly in Missouri. It really might as well be in Missouri. The best parts kind of are in Missouri. Now, let the explaining begin.
Illinois is a state that is troubled in many ways and losing population, so where do you think Illinois lands on the list of the Best States to Raise a Family, the answer may shock you...
If you live in Missouri and always know where your next meal will come from, you are blessed. Many in Missouri don't have the assurance of having enough food to eat and their numbers are on the rise on a terrifying trajectory.
Some states are taking drastic measures to make sure minor's access to social media first has the approval of parents. Should Illinois and Missouri do the same?