“ Washington residents can now officially call their home a top ten place to live. U.S. News & World Report released their "Best States" rankings for 2026 this week, and Washington ranked ninth overall. The state moved up slightly after being ranked 10th in 2025 and eighth in 2024. “ https://www.kitsapsun.com/story/news/2026/07/28/us-new-world-report-ranks-washington-ninth-overall-best-state-in-2026/91075358007/ #beststates #Washington