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Illinois breaks top 20 best states for livability: Study

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The personal finance company WalletHub released the study to help individuals find new homes that are affordable, safe, and enjoyable.

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  1. Eyewitness News (WEHT/WTVW)

    STUDY: Illinois breaks top 20 best states to live in (opens Eyewitness News (WEHT/WTVW))

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    Eyewitness News (WEHT/WTVW)'s feed description

    A new study by WalletHub ranked Illinois as the 18th best state to live in, while Idaho secured the top spot based on various livability indicators.

  2. WGN Chicago

    Illinois breaks top 20 best states for livability: Study (opens WGN Chicago)

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    WGN Chicago's feed description

    The personal finance company WalletHub released the study to help individuals find new homes that are affordable, safe, and enjoyable.

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