Centuries ago, maps weren’t just tools,they were stories, shaped as much by imagination as exploration. Among the most ...

Old maps of North America often included mysterious bodies of water that didn't exist, sparking curiosity and intrigue. One such example is the so-called "Sea" that appeared on several early maps, ...

At least 8 people are dead and flood rescues are ongoing after Tropical Storm Chantal dropped 12 inches of rain across parts ...

Iceland is one of the most active volcanic regions in the world, but its seismic nature is part of a much broader geological history.

Crossing the Atlantic in the 1700s was no easy feat. The fastest ships could make the voyage in as little as a month, but for ...

In two recent studies, researchers suggest a weakening ocean current system is to blame for a persistent cold spot in the ...

A 34-year-old man has been arrested on allegations of inappropriate contact with a child, according to deputies.

Two people died in New Jersey after their car was swept into a brook. Public transit was largely running normally a day after ...

Historic Hatteras Village is a popular destination for tourists and North Carolinians alike, yet its residents and the National Park Service help to maintain its adaptive, peaceful character.

Tropical Storm Andrea becomes the first named storm of the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season. Andrea is expected be short-lived, with weakening expected later tonight, June 24. Forecasters also are ...

Morris County has brought back the caravan tours of yesteryear when people filled up cars and headed to different parts of the country.

What spaces and places built memories for you, Minnesota? Share them with the North Star Story Map Over time, the goal is to create a people’s history of Minnesota, as told through its buildings ...