Meet the nominees for The Observer’s girls’ high school athlete of the week. The poll closes at noon Friday. Vote now. Vote ...

Residents were left to clean up the damage left by tornadoes and record-breaking hail in Kankakee County.

Meet the nominees for The Observer’s boys’ high school athlete of the week. The poll closes at noon Friday. Vote now. Vote often.

A reported tornado ripped through Union City, Michigan, killing at least three people and injuring 12. Rescue efforts are ...

Over the past couple of years, the surge in artificial intelligence fueled by apps, websites and other tech has created the need for the rapid expansion of massive data centers to handle the demand.

Severe storms were sweeping across the central U.S., and forecasters warned tornadoes could turn dangerous across several states.

It’s finally warming up in Charlotte, and we're ready to be outside. Here's our roundup of the 40 best patios in the Charlotte region, listed in alphabetical order. Context: We define patios as ...

Citing traffic-clogged roads, commissioners in November unanimously rejected the builder’s plan for up to 111 rental homes on 86 acres.

North Mecklenburg’s girls are heading to their first NCHSAA state championship game in 40 years after beating 2025 state ...

Three Falls State Park is now open to the public with cabins, expanded recreational opportunities and a nature center at the former Boy Scout camp.

Discover a tiny Ohio state park with big beauty, offering quiet hikes, nature views, and the kind of calm you will crave again.