The United States can be divided and subdivided into ... a stretch in the South where religion plays an outsize role in the region's culture and politics. But what about the Jell-O Belt?

The Southern states include both sprawling farmlands and bustling cities. Often called "the South," this area played a pivotal role in shaping the identity of the United States.

Growing up on the West Coast, I often thought about the geography of the United ... regions. And my perception of the two regions has changed drastically. While neither region has a singular ...

The United States is made up of many different regions and subregions. Government agencies have different ways of grouping the states based on geography, culture, or other factors. We compiled ...