The map below, based on data from the state’s Office of Coastal Zone Management, shows publicly accessible beaches and coastal access points along the Massachusetts coast.

County health departments routinely collect water samples to test for bacteria levels to ensure water is safe for swimming.

Why go to other nations when you have those serene and beautiful beaches in your God’s Own Country? Yes, Kerala, the beautiful Indian state is dotted with a plethora of beaches that are loved by ...

Santa Marta is our preferred beach destination in Colombia… at least for personal use. It’s an intrinsically beautiful Caribbean getaway that conveys a friendly, local feel. It’s a favorite for ...

25 beaches are closed in Massachusetts over 4th of July weekend due to bacteria. Here's where ...

The secondhand clothing and accessories store Thrifty Beaches has opened a location in Santa Barbara. The new store, located at 710 State Street, offers 10,000 square feet of retail, featuring ...

A 63-year-old Tustin man has been arrested on suspicion of fatally hitting a pedestrian in Santa Ana over the weekend then fleeing.

Several beaches in Lake and McHenry counties remained closed for another day Sunday due to high bacteria levels. The closings, some of which have been in place since Thursday, come as high ...

Investigating rumored FEMA map of potential nuclear targets in the US The map dates to 2002 and illustrates hypothetical Russian nuclear attacks on the U.S.

SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – Thousands showed up to protest against the selling of public lands in Santa Fe. The protest was held outside the El Dorado Hotel in Santa Fe, where the Western Governor… ...

Several public swim beaches are currently closed across the state because of high E. coli levels as the Arkansas Department of Health works to get them reopened.

The mayor offered a reward of $12,000 for information leading to the capture of Alessandro Coatti's killers. Police said the reward led to a breakthrough in the investigation.