Mayor Eric Adams plans to travel to El Paso, Texas, this weekend to visit the US-Mexico border, as the migrant crisis continues to escalate in New York City. His office did not immediately provide details of the trip, but said he will travel Saturday and return Sunday after “making multiple stops at and near the … Read more
Do you have plans to go on a cruise this year? Travel experts say January is the time of year when many people begin to book trips or cruises for the next several months. A recent AAA survey found 52% of adults are just as likely or more likely to consider a cruise vacation than … Read more
MADISON, Wis. — As lawmakers get ready to return to the floor in January, marijuana, especially medicinal use, could be one of areas where Democrats and Republicans find compromised. Spectrum News 1 Political Reporter Anthony DaBruzzi discussed the issue with Democratic Senate Minority Leader Melissa Agard as Gov. Evers plans to make cannabis a part … Read more
As the MTA faces deep financial challenges, politicians and riders’ advocates are championing new affordability efforts that they say would increase ridership across the entire system and help lower-income commuters at a time of worsening economic conditions. A newly announced legislative funding package for the system — called “Fix The MTA” — would freeze fares … Read more
WISCONSIN DELLS, Wis. — A recent edition of Travel and Leisure Magazine rated Wisconsin Dells as one of the best places in the United States to take in the fall colors. For this tourist-focused community, recognitions like this mean a lot more than bragging rights. Increased notoriety as a fall color destination means a way … Read more
STRONGSVILLE, Ohio — On Cheerful Lane, visitors will find upwards of 50 happy campers. Lavonia Allen is one of them. What You Need To Know Happy Campers Week is a getaway for nursing home and assisted-living residents from St. Augustine Health Ministries Upwards of 50 campers attend the event Some stay the night in handicap-accessible … Read more
CINCINNATI — With the end of summer near, it can be hard to find new and exciting activities to keep the kids busy. That’s why one Cincinnati mom helps vet those experiences for families. What You Need To Know Nedra McDaniel started Adventure Mom, a travel and lifestyle website, in 2011 After losing her brother … Read more
ROCHESTER, NY — A Rochester woman is living her best life, doing what most of us only dream of. But how do you travel the world on a modest salary? Budgeting. Kris Dreessen has been traveling since she was a kid. It’s a trail that’s taken her all around the world—literally. “I say I like … Read more
CINCINNATI — The Ohio River will be dotted with hundreds of colorful canoes, kayaks and paddle boards as thousands head to its banks for the annual Paddlefest on Aug. 6. Last year’s festival brought 2,000 people from across the region to test out the waters of the Ohio, all for a good cause. The event … Read more
LOS ANGELES — The Los Angeles City Council will vote on whether to ban encampments around schools and daycares Tuesday, just as a federal program that sheltered more than 10,000 Angelenos in hotels over the COVID-19 pandemic ends, sending many participants back to city sidewalks. What You Need To Know City Council voted 10-1 in … Read more