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The most sinister urban legends from every US state

Unnerving stories from every part of the country

The most sinister urban legends from every US state
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17/06/2025 22:00 ‧ 2 weeks ago | StarsInsider

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Local myths and legends have been a part of human culture for time immemorial. Much of folklore around the world is built around inexplicable events, seemingly impossible sightings, and phenomena that boggle the mind. Sometimes, creatures and curses are conjured up to explain the otherwise inexplicable failure of towns, plagues of bad luck, and natural occurrences that aren't easily understandable. The United States is no different, and in fact, has a long history of vibrant folklore and mythology. From Bigfoot to haunted highways, every state has a wealth of urban legends that continue to captivate the minds and imaginations of locals to this day.

Intrigued? Read on to learn about the creepiest urban legends from every state in the country.

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