FEMA's potential elimination threatens flood protection and infrastructure along the Mississippi River, said American Rivers, an environmental group based in Washington, D.C. The top 10 endangered ...

The Mississippi River is one of the most important bodies of water in the United States, but how much do we know about it?

Jennifer Nichole Baechle was charged with two counts of second-degree manslaughter for the 14-year-old cold case of the death of her infant, found dead in a bag in the Mississippi River.

Scientists say they have discovered the fossil of a massive prehistoric monster under the Mississippi River.

Author Lee Hendrix tells stories while navigating the Mississippi River in his book, 'Peep Light: Stories of a Mississippi River Boat Captain.' ...

They were among thousands of Catholics who converged on the Mississippi River Aug. 14 and 15 for the Fête-Dieu du Mississippi. The two-day boat procession traveled down the river from Baton Rouge ...

Preparation is underway in the city of Vicksburg as the Mississippi river continues to rise.The state of emergency was issued earlier this month as water from Kentucky, Arkansas, and Tennessee head ...

Explore the depths of the mighty Mississippi River in today’s video as we reveal the diverse plant and animal life that make up this unique ecosystem.

Mississippi skies are clear and sunny now, but a threat looms after last week's storms: Likely flooding of the Mississippi River and some tributaries.

A wild rice bed grows Sept. 12 on the Upper Mississippi River near Goose Island County Park in the town of Shelby, Wis. After disappearing for decades, wild rice is rebounding on parts of the ...