New York, renowned for its iconic skyline and diverse culture, harbors a less flattering reputation: rampant corruption. According to a recent University of Illinois at Chicago report, New York tops the charts as the most corrupt city in the US, based on public corruption convictions spanning from 1976 to 2019. This isn’t a newfound status; …
Nestled in Kittson County, near the Canadian border, lies Pelan—a forgotten gem amidst Minnesota’s natural splendor, cultural tapestry, and historical tapestry. Once a bustling hub, Pelan now stands as a testament to time, with its secrets whispering through its few remaining structures and the winds that sweep across its quiet cemetery. Join me on a …
If you are looking for a place to discover the hidden history and secrets of South Carolina, you might want to visit the lost town of Ellenton. This old town, located in the Savannah River Site in Aiken County, was once a thriving community of farmers, merchants, and families. Now, it is a ghost town …
Florida is known for many things: sunny beaches, theme parks, oranges, and alligators. But it is also known for something less flattering: corruption. According to the latest report from Transparency International, Florida is the most corrupt state in the United States, scoring below the global and regional averages on the Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI). This is …
Alabama holds a rich tapestry of history and culture, yet within its borders lies a lesser-known facet awaiting discovery. Amidst the array of attractions and landmarks, a ghost town quietly whispers its tale of former glory. Blakeley, once a bustling hub, now stands as a testament to time’s relentless march. The Rise and Fall of …
Texas is renowned for its oil, cowboys, and barbecue, yet it grapples with a grave issue of corruption. According to recent findings from the Institute for Corruption Studies, Texas holds the unenviable title of the most corrupt city in America, based on the number of public officials convicted of federal crimes between 1976 and 2019. …
California is renowned for its innovation, diversity, and prosperity, yet it grapples with a shadowy side marked by corruption, fraud, and abuse of power among public officials. A recent report by the University of Illinois at Chicago labels California as the most corrupt city in the U.S., citing federal public corruption convictions between 1976 and …
Louisiana boasts a wealth of history, culture, and natural splendor, but within its borders lie some of the nation’s most eerie and enigmatic locales. Among them stands Frenier, a ghost town once bustling along the shores of Lake Pontchartrain. Frenier’s narrative is steeped in tragedy and mystery, believed by some to be cursed by a …
Arizona, famed for its natural splendor, cultural diversity, and sunny climate, harbors a darker aspect: corruption. Recent findings from a Harvard University survey have designated Arizona as the nation’s most corrupt state, based on the perceptions of nearly 1,000 reporters nationwide. This isn’t the first time Arizona has earned such infamy; previous studies have similarly …
Ohio boasts a rich blend of history and culture, tinged with an air of mystery. Amid its diverse attractions lies one particularly intriguing locale: Helltown, Ohio. Once known as Boston, this abandoned town has garnered a reputation for being haunted by ghosts, mutants, and purported Satanists. But what truths lie beneath the surface of this …