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Most American downtowns are slowly fighting off the "urban doom loop." Minneapolis is on a good trajectory, but San Francisco is failing.

A man told KVUE that he was hired to work at Tesla's Texas plant a few weeks ago, but was impacted by the recent layoffs.

A millennial moved to Canada to "get cultured." Despite the great quality of life, he wants to move back to Texas.

Ingrid Sullivan, 48, is enrolled in San Antonio's basic-income pilot. She said it has helped her afford groceries, rent, and health insurance.

"America should not be stuck choosing between the 'King of Debt' (his self-declaration) and an 81-year old," Else wrote on his campaign website.

Thousands are moving from Texas to New Mexico, citing the high property taxes in the Lone Star State.

Monique Gonzalez, 41, was able to secure housing for her six children with money from San Antonio's basic-income program.

A press release from the Census Bureau noted six of the fastest-growing large counties were in Texas.

A retired American couple, both 70, moved to Italy after selling their home. They say healthcare and groceries cost less than in the US.

The typical person moving to Austin is young and single, probably without a home of their own and earning a higher income than locals.

Josephine, a small city outside Dallas, has more than doubled in size. Its growth is partly due to its cheaper homes, lower taxes, and quieter feel.

Jessica Nairns received $1,000 monthly as a participant in the Austin Guaranteed Income Pilot. It helped her afford essentials, but she's still unhoused.

Linda Ofshe, 71, was living in the US when she met a man across the border. After moving to Canada, she said she feels happier and safer.

"Tesla will move immediately to hold a shareholder vote to transfer state of incorporation to Texas," Elon Musk wrote on X.

Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene proposed a "national divorce" between Republican and Democratic states amid the escalating standoff at the Texas border.

After a few trips to Europe, Judy Walling moved to Lake Como, Italy, full-time. She loves the relaxing pace of life but says dating is challenging.

As big cities grow pricier, movers are eyeing these four smaller locales in Nevada, Kansas, Texas, and Utah for a more affordable way of life.

Eric Johnson proudly talked about the (unsurprising) things drawing Americans, specifically Californians, to Texas: cheaper homes and quality of life.

US workers are moving to Sarasota and Tampa but are leaving College Station, Texas, according to LinkedIn's January 2024 Workforce Report.

An ex-San Antonio resident who moved to Spain says he's never returning to the US or his job-focused lifestyle. Spaniards' work-life balance is better.

An American moved to Bermuda from Houston for her husband's job. She struggled with early retirement and the social aspect of living abroad.

Economic power is flowing to the Southern region of the country, with cities like Houston, Dallas, Nashville, and Miami becoming hotspots.