German soldiers never set foot on the speck of land at the far end of the Aleutian Islands during World War II, but the name ...

And now, an analysis by language blog WordFinderX has sought to uncover the trends behind these geographical namesakes, taking a deep dive into the the global origins of American place names.

Parts of New Orleans, including its international airport, are sinking nearly 2 inches per year, according to a new study. Wetlands and parts of the city's levee system are sinking, too.

States in the South and Midwest lead the nation in homebuilding and affordability, according to a new national housing report card grading each state’s response to the housing crisis.

Mapping state government efficiency initiatives is a complex challenge. Nearly half of states have recently created efficiency groups, had legislation proposed to make one, or were already well ...

Apple Maps has renamed the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America in its software on Tuesday, as was seen by a number of users. The change follows an executive order by President Donald Trump to ...

New York State Police Trooper Thomas Mascia, who claimed he was shot on Long Island, is now facing charges in the case.

The Friday Read The Stunning Geography of Trump’s Victory Here are the 14 places that explain Trump’s win.

In honor of the centennial anniversary of New York state parks, officials rappelled down the Rim Trail at Watkins Glen on Wednesday, April 17, 2024, to raise awareness about staying safe while ...

New York City and swaths of Long Island are vulnerable to being consumed by the rising ocean as sea ice melts in the coming century.