Parks
Jaws drop at dog photoshoot among the "decay" of abandoned steel factory
The 400-acre park was once a steel and coal plant and is now a well-loved park space.
Touching Video Captured 'Surprising' Reunion Between Bear Sisters
Although officials initially thought the reunion would be short, the family continued to spend time with each other.
'Magical' Ice Caves That Display Rainbow of Colors May Be Deadly
Though a dazzling photo, officials said ice caves are dangerous and may be unstable for visitors.
Family Accused of 'Deliberately' Vandalizing Ancient Wall Paintings
"It's not like it can be fixed either," one Reddit user wrote. "It's not some spray paint on a building."
Extraordinary Rainbow Waterfall in Yosemite National Park Captured on Video
The resurfaced clip was originally posted in 2017 by outdoor photographer and videographer Greg Harlow.
Woman Thought Halloween Came Early After Finding Giant Cobwebs in Park
Very Hungry Caterpillar - Woman Thought Halloween Came Early After Finding Giant Cobwebs In The Park
Citizens Blast NYPD for 'Harassing' Residents in Wake of Subway Shooting
"This sort of policing makes no one feel safe," one New York City resident said.
California Park Officials Search for Python After It Was Reportedly Dumped
The snake has not been seen since it was originally spotted.
Receded Reservoir Uncovers Ghost Town in Utah During Drought
Park historians said the Rockport Reservoir was constructed in the 1950s. European settlers first came to the area in 1860.
Bear Sits up at Picnic Table in Video, Sparks Debate over Tourists' Food
The video, which shows the wild animal sat up like a human in Gatlinburg, Tennessee, has caused a debate over how visitors should handle bears.
Infrastructure Funds Can Transform Lonely Places into Convivial Cities
We find purpose and meaning by caring for people and places. For all our residents to flourish, we of course need our neighborhoods to be efficient, clean and materially prosperous.
Proposal to Rename State Park for Donald Trump Panned by Ohio State Agency
A proposal to rename an Ohio state park for former President Donald Trump is not supported by Ohio's Department of Natural Resources as the agency defended the park's current name, Mosquito Creek Lake.
'Violent,' Hungry Bear Attacks Child in Alaska
The bear charged at the child in "a predatory manner," state officials said.
London Marathon 2020: Start Time, How to Watch
Even though the race is only open to elite runners this year, a form of the London Marathon will still take place on a closed course.
'Tiger King' Zoo Raided by Investigators in Search of Human Remains
Police were alerted of possible human remains during the filming of an episode for the television show "Ghost Adventures."
50 Years Ago a Whale Exploded in Oregon, Now There's Exploding Whale Park
Exploding Whale Memorial Park in Oregon commemorates a gory 1970 attempt to remove a whale carcass and is now open to the public.
NYC Cuts Parks Budget by 14% When People Say They Need Them Most
A coalition of parks advocates predict that a cut to NYC public parks will result in increased NYPD enforcement and a disproportionate impact on outer borough parks in lower-income neighborhoods.
California Memorial Day: Stores, Restaurants, Gyms, Other Places Open Today
Many of California's retail venues and recreational facilities including, restaurants, parks and beaches, are open with restrictions.
New York Governor: Avoid 'Cabin Fever,' Coronavirus Could Last 9 Months
Cuomo announced Sunday that the majority of deaths as a result of coronavirus are among people over age 70. He noted the state is testing an exponentially higher number of people than anywhere else -- so there will be far more cases.
New Jersey Unveils Nickelodeon Universe Theme Park
The long-awaited Nickelodeon-themed amusement park will open its doors this Friday.
7 Best Parks in Berlin
Berlin is one of the greenest cities in Europe and has some of the most bodacious parks boasting beer gardens and leafy, verdant vibes.
Oregon Governor's Husband Cleans Parks, Send Trump Bill
Gov. Kate Brown's husband Dan Little cleaned the bathrooms at Mt. Hood National Forest Sno-Park after finding it a mess amid the shutdown.
Most National Parks Closed During Shutdown
Not all federal parks have been affected by the government shutdown, and it's important to check the national park index ahead of time.
Austin, Texas Suggests Renaming Itself
In a preliminary report, the city highlighted the fact that even its name is linked with the Confederacy, and slavery.
Shoot Palestinian Kite Flyers, Israeli Minister Says
Gilad Erdan said Palestinians who use kites to set fire to Israeli fields should be assassinated by the Israeli military.
Mulvaney: Government Shutdown is 'Kind of Cool'
He also said he only found out he had to perform the task the day before.
Democrat Unfazed by Lack of Impeachment Vote Support
Al Green has compared his call for a vote on his Trump articles of impeachment to early actions in the Civil Rights movement.
What Can a Trump Presidency Do to National Parks?
The Arctic National Wildlife Refuge will likely by threatened by oil exploration, and a Trump cabinet can go after the Antiquities Act.
Dozens of Homes Destroyed in California Wildfire
Continuing threat forces authorities to close state park, recreation areas as firefighters seek containment.
Koch Bros. Hide Donations Behind Civil Rights Precedent
"Dark money" groups have been using the NAACP v. Alabama case in arguments designed to keep their donors hidden from view.