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March 3

Young mother swept away to her death while hiking in California, officials say

A mother was swept away in swift waters and drowned while hiking on a popular Southern California trail, prompting urgent safety warnings for other hikers.

February 24

Fired Yosemite worker sues National Park Service after hanging massive transgender flag across El Capitan

Former Yosemite employee Shannon "SJ" Joslin sued the National Park Service after being fired for hanging a transgender pride flag across El Capitan last year.

February 22

3 national parks slash red tape for Americans by boldly transforming visitor entry

Arches, Glacier and Yosemite national parks are dropping their advance reservation requirements for 2026, making spontaneous visits easier for travelers.

February 19

Hiker dies of hypothermia after slipping off trail near summit of New York's tallest mountain

New Jersey woman, 21, died of hypothermia after slipping off a trail near the Mount Marcy summit during a winter hike in the Adirondacks with her dog, officials said.

February 17

Judge deals blow to Trump administration, orders slavery exhibit restored at iconic Philly landmark

Federal judge orders National Park Service to restore slavery exhibit at Philadelphia's President's House, citing Orwell's "1984" in scathing ruling.

February 16

Los Angeles beaches could become national parks, NPS seeking input

The Los Angeles coastline could become a national park. Public input needed by April 6 on proposal covering Santa Monica to Torrance Beach.

February 3

UK govt-backed review says Britain’s national parks feel ‘white’ and unwelcoming

Britain's countryside authorities launch new outreach programs targeting ethnic minorities after review finds rural areas perceived as "white" spaces.

January 28

Vandals hit Yosemite National Park with graffiti on boulder, more

Vandals spray-painted "Yeti" graffiti on boulder, door and sign near Bridalveil Falls Trail at Yosemite National Park, sparking widespread outrage online.

January 28

Vandals deface boulder, more at Yosemite National Park

Vandals recently spray-painted graffiti on a boulder and other sites at Yosemite National Park. (Credit: Ando Arakelyan)

January 23

National Park Service removes climate change facts sign from Civil War landmark Fort Sumter: report

The New York Times reported that the National Park Service removed a sign warning about the effects of climate change on the historic Fort Sumter site.