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California lawmakers on Thursday will consider what is believed to be the nation's most far-reaching smoking ban in state parks as a way to get unsightly cigarette butts off the beach, eliminate second-hand smoke and reduce the threat of wildfires....

Oregon police say at least one person has been killed in a shooting reported at a suburban Portland office park.

Tough times are helping Americans rediscover our local natural treasures.

Queen Elizabeth II was at home at Windsor Castle, the sentries who guard her were on duty, and the large park surrounding the magnificent building was full of tourists on a Sunday afternoon.

An alligator bit off part of a man's hand at Lake Osborne just outside John Prince Memorial Park this afternoon, authorities said.