Talkeetna, AK

Columbus, OH

Alaska State

Waterfalls are these majestic cascade bodies of water that make up a scenic view for the eyes to witness and be comforted beautifully. And Alaska has some of the most unique and outworldly gorgeous waterfalls in its treasures of wild beauty. Alaska is one of the coldest states in the...

13 Majestic Waterfalls You Must Visit This Summer in Alaska

Montana State

Columbia Falls, MT

A 72-year-old Montana man shot and killed a grizzly bear after it attacked him while he was alone picking huckleberries, according to the Montana Department of Fish, Wildlife and Parks.

A 72-year-old was alone picking huckleberries in a Montana forest. Then, a grizzly bear attacked him

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Having lived in Alaska for over 35 years, I've seen tourists make lots of mistakes, like trying to do too much in one trip.

I've lived in Alaska for over 35 years. Here are 6 mistakes I always see tourists make when visiting the state.

New York City, NY

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Cheryl E Preston

Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

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10 things to know about visiting Alaska

Chicago, IL

Foodie in Chicago

Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

J. Souza

Royal Caribbean’s Utopia of the Seas, a $1.35 billion behemoth of the sea, has recently been introduced to the world since its maiden voyage on July 19th. The ship, boasting nearly 5,700 passengers and a crew of over 2,200, offers an array of amenities designed to cater to multi-generational families on shorter 3- and 4-day itineraries.

Cruise Passengers Not Happy About Feature on World's Newest Mega Ship

Nebraska State

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Duluth, MN

National Weather Force

Severe thunderstorms are expected across parts of the Northern Plains, particularly in South Dakota, Nebraska, and Minnesota, from the afternoon into the evening. The main risk with these storms will be damaging winds, large hail, and isolated tornadoes if ingredients align. Please check below for further details.

Multiple Rounds of Damaging Winds, Large Hail & Isolated Tornado; Upper Midwest; July 31st, 2024

Adventure On SI

Which National Park has earned the position of "most deadly" in the United States? Grand Canyon National Park took that title,.

Grand Canyon National Park Named 'Most Deadly' in United States

Missouri State

Fulton, MO

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Updated on July 17, 2024, concerning two of the missing children listed below. Bringing them home: for 40 years, the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) has been helping to locate missing children.

Seven teenagers have been missing in Missouri since June 2024

Minnesota State

DayTripper

The hit History Channel series "American Pickers" is gearing up for an exciting return to Minnesota this fall. The show's production team has announced plans to film episodes throughout the state in September 2024, offering locals a chance to showcase their unique collections and share their stories with a national audience.

"American Pickers" Set to Unearth Minnesota's Hidden Treasures

Jasper, TX

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Grand Prairie, Alberta, Canada — One of two raging wildfires menacing the town of Jasper in the Canadian Rockies' largest national park roared into town Wednesday and began burning buildings.Jasper National Park officials said the fire entered the southern edge of the community Wednesday evening and crews were battling multiple structural fires and working to protect key infrastructure. There were significant losses in some areas, they said. Forest firefighters and others without self-contained breathing apparatuses were told to evacuate to the nearby town of Hinton, with structural firefighters staying behind.Parks Canada spokesperson James Eastham told reporters outside Jasper that the...

Raging wildfire reaches resort town in Canadian Rockies' largest national park

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Imagine stopping for lunch while on a guided tour of Yellowstone, only to find some surprise guests nearby...a family of grizzly bears passing through! That happened recently when Wildlife Guide Bo Welden was leading hikers on a tour of the park, and he shared a video of the bears on Instagram on ...Continue reading

Hikers on Guided Tour in Yellowstone Get Surprised by Grizzly Bear Guests Passing Through

In a remote Montana forest, an elderly man's encounter with a protective grizzly bear ends with survival and underscores crucial bear safety advice.

Surprise Grizzly Encounter Leaves Montana Hiker Hospitalized

Alabama State

Powder

America has tons of ski areas, but we usually cover the same ones. We pick out some states with ski areas to show some love to the small but mighty ski areas in the U.S.

10 Unusual States with Ski Resorts

Illinois State

MOD Pizza has over 500 locations across the country with 22 restaurants in Illinois. The Washington-based chain offers fast-casual fare known for its customized, artisan-style pizzas. Customers can choose from over 40 toppings and 8 sauces to create their own masterpiece.

Bankruptcy Looms for Major Pizza Chain With Chicago Suburban Locations

Williamsburg, VA

Last week Roger Allan Holmberg Sr.made the news because of a disturbance on an Alaskan airline flight. 13 News Now said a social media page indicated the pastor and his wife Patty had moved to Williamsburg, Virginia in November, 2023.

Virginia pastor banned from Alaskan airline after assault charges are filed

Florida State

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Uncovering Florida

Most people are guilty of doing it at least once in their lives, many people do it by accident, some do it because they find it fun, and others do it for reasons like honoring loved ones. Regardless of the situation, just about everyone has released a balloon. The difference is that intentionally releasing balloons is now illegal by House Bill 321’s standards.

Law Signed By DeSantis Makes It Illegal To Release Balloons In Florida

Sam Westreich, PhD

It’s not humans. How a survivor of a super-extinction repopulated our planet. There are more than 8 billion humans alive at this moment on Earth (unless something has gone horribly wrong). But humans aren’t the only dominant mammals.

For Millions of Years, Earth Was Dominated by a Single Vertebrate Genus

South Carolina State

Colleton County, SC

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Some beachgoers were in for a surprise this week when a bizarre looking prehistoric fish washed ashore in Colleton County along Edisto Beach at Edisto Beach State Park. It turned out to be an atlantic sturgeon.

Rare Atlantic sturgeon washes ashore on South Carolina beach

Trapper Creek, AK

Willow, AK

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10 BEST Things to Do in Talkeetna (Gateway to Denali)

Explore the 10 best things to do in Talkeetna, whether you stay mulitiple days or you’re just passing through. Big on views and quirky charm, Talkeetna...

10 BEST Things to Do in Talkeetna (Gateway to Denali)

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