Chatchawan Jaksuwong says he used to feel empty when he looked at the ocean.But after encounters with whales in the urban ...

In Palm Beach, a mystery buyer is quietly assembling one of the most valuable private estates in the country, spending around $250 million so far on a series of high-priced acquisitions near Mar-a ...

Fifty years ago, “Jaws” unlocked dread in millions about man-eating sharks. This summer, that fear may be somewhat reduced as ...

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Ocean Isle Beach officials discovered their mayoral election process doesn't align with the town charter. The town has elected its mayor at-large for over 40 years, while the charter stipulates ...

Community members have until July 4 to double the impact of their donations as the Pacific Beach Town Council tries to raise $20,000 for ocean safety and awareness.

The Port Huron area has its own lakefront beaches, but you can check out some of USA TODAY's 10BEST Readers' Choice Awards ...

Birmingham's nearest beaches are well worth a drive out on a sunny day. Take a look through our gallery of lovely seaside towns, all of which can be reached in two-and-a-half hours or less.

Discover Beach Bum Sandwich Shop, offering fresh gourmet sandwiches near Virginia Beach Oceanfront, for a quick yet delicious bite for beach-goers.

There have been five drownings near Verdun beach in the past four years, but that number doesn’t come from official sources because local authorities don’t track deaths or near-drownings at ...