The most stunning parks in North Carolina's Blue Ridge Mountains offer panoramic views, high peaks, scenic trails, and ...

The Kittitas County Department of Public Health also warned of floodwater contamination to wells. Affected residents should ...

Tens of thousands of residents in western Washington could face evacuation orders when another round of heavy rain drops on ...

As you jingle your way through this season’s holiday programming, carve out a little time for a homegrown movie or two. We’ve added some updates to our annual list of Christmas or holiday movies that ...

This elk has been seen roaming North Carolina’s Haywood County with a children’s swing stuck on its antlers. A rescue is being mounted. Haywood County Sheriff’s Office Facebook screengrab UPDATE: The ...

UPDATE: The Haywood County Sheriff’s Office reports the elk was captured early Monday, Dec. 1, and the swing has been removed. “We’re happy to report that the elk is doing just fine, and there is no ...

Tule elk scamper away through the hills – credit – released by Gov. Newsom’s office A California Indian nation celebrated the return of 17,000 acres of ancestral lands by releasing several of the ...

In an effort to meet the rising demand for service and the increasing threat of wildfires, three Colorado fire districts planned to merge in the Conifer area. However, due to ongoing litigation, Elk ...

In an effort to meet the rising demand for service and the increasing threat of wildfires, three Colorado fire districts planned to merge in the Conifer area. However, due to ongoing litigation, Elk ...

Tucked away in the majestic Blue Ridge Mountains sits Banner Elk, North Carolina – a place where nature puts on such a spectacular show that even the most dedicated city dwellers might find themselves ...

AVERY COUNTY, N.C. — A brush fire near Banner Elk has been fully contained Wednedsay and is now under control, according to the local sheriff’s office. ALSO READ: Crews battle wildfire in Avery County ...

Jason Rantala joined WCCO as a reporter in June 2023. He's a Minnesota native and is thrilled to be telling the stories of those in his hometown. Located 30 miles from Minneapolis, Elk River, ...