California

San Francisco has long been a favorite tourist destination, but in recent years, homelessness has raised concerns among many visitors. Popular spots like Union Square and Fisherman’s Wharf have often been filled with encampments, making some travelers uneasy. But with the city’s ongoing efforts to manage homelessness through shelter programs and support services, some areas …

After three years of being off-limits due to contamination concerns, parts of the Imperial Beach shoreline are reopening, bringing relief to local residents and tourists eager to enjoy the surf and sand once again.  The closures, which stemmed from cross-border pollution issues primarily caused by runoff from the Tijuana River, impacted water-contact activities like swimming …

The U.S. has long been behind on high-speed rail, while countries like Japan, France, and China zip their passengers across vast distances with trains that reach incredible speeds. But could the future of American transportation finally be catching up?  New projects are underway, and while they’ve been slow to materialize, the potential for high-speed rail …