Peoria spreads along the Illinois River with a skyline that will surprise you with its city feel. This river town is bigger than most on our list, but it still has that special connection to the water ...

A park employee at the Grand Canyon was exposed to hantavirus, and a separate case of exposure to rabies in the park has also been confirmed.

Illinois family discovers human remains near a trail in Rocky Mountain National Park, raising questions and concerns about park safety.

After nine months of being closed due to damage from Hurricane Helene, Chimney Rock State Park is officially reopening to visitors.

The park’s reopening comes after a new bridge was constructed, replacing the one washed away by Helene. Visitors to Chimney Rock State Park will need to make a reservation to enter.

Gateway Arch Park Foundation plans to expand into Illinois, creating a bi-state park in two decades to better connect with the Mississippi River.

A Yosemite National Park worker tragically fell to their death while rock climbing during free time. The incident is under investigation by officials.

The man who served nearly 60 years in prison for The Starved Rock Murders has died. Chester Weger died Sunday at the age of 86. In 1960, three friends from the Chicago-area -- Lillian Oetting, Frances ...