Alaska has a record cold temperature recorded in the Endicott Mountains. Temperatures reached -80° F that day, and more than likely, people decided never to go back to those mountains again.

Rescuers fetched two men struck by lightning from a Colorado peak in what they believe were the highest helicopter rescues on record in this mountainous state. One man remained hospitalized in fair ...

Exclusive: Two years after 32-year-old Warrant Officer Stewart Duane Wayment was killed during a training exercise, his ...

A five-day trek through Colorado's San Juan Mountain range includes alpine lakes, fields of wildflowers, and cozy huts.

From classic scoops to artisan creations, discover the best ice cream spots across the U.S.—one must-try favorite in every ...

The interactive Juneau Flood Dashboard shares maps, alerts, and water level forecasts for valley homes under different flood ...

Last summer, a heat dome “broiled” the Northeast and Midwest. This summer, it’s coming for big cities in the central U.S. and ...

Explore daily insights on the USA TODAY crossword puzzle by Sally Hoelscher. Uncover expert takes and answers in our crossword blog.

True Detective is not a true crime series, but the way the writers curate the episodes inspired by real-life incidents is truly genius. The realism, paired with the amazing writing and impeccable ...

Forces of tourism on one hand and climate change on the other are posing huge challenges for these marginal environments.

Moved to Boston, where he took a job appraising buildings for an insurance company. Became so fascinated with the buildings’ designs that he decided he would become an architect. Enrolled at the ...