In September 1944, U.S. Marines landed on the island of Peleliu, beginning a campaign that would test the limits of American ...

The 4th Marine Division and the Army's 7th Infantry Division landed on several islands within the atoll. Four days later, ...

My dad, a born-and-raised Yakima man, at the young age of 80-something, has borne witness to many things in the Valley. He is a collector of history, local lore and a deep well of random facts. So ...

In 1776, the United States of America as we know it declared independence. And from the 18th century to today, the country ...

The iconic Coney Island Diner business is for sale at 98 N. Main St. Co-owner Aubrey Caugherty confirmed Jan. 15 that the business is available and she believes she needs to go in a different path.

CONEY ISLAND — Thousands ‘brrr-ought’ in the new year at the 123rd annual Coney Island Polar Bear Club Plunge on Thursday, Jan.1. The tradition challenges brave souls to take a dip into the frigid ...

After a few years of milder temperatures on New Year’s Day, 2026 began with frigid cold, bitter winds, and a dusting of snow over the streets and sidewalks of NYC. That, of course, didn’t stop the ...

If you're thinking about joining the hundreds of people who will take to the frigid waters off Coney Island on New Year’s Day for the annual Polar Bear Plunge, medical experts have some advice. The ...

Supreme Court Justice Amy Coney Barrett spoke with Bishop Robert Barron in an interview about how her Catholic faith keeps her grounded without unduly informing her high-stakes judicial decisions. On ...

Seymour Horner passed away on December 13, 2025 at the age of 99. He is survived by his wife of almost 70 years and his son and grandchildren. Sy grew up in the Great depression in the tough ...

After decades of advocacy, New York City has allocated $1 billion for a makeover of the historic Coney Island boardwalk. Community stakeholders say the investment marks a turning point for the beloved ...

CONEY ISLAND, Brooklyn (WABC) -- More skeletal remains were discovered in Coney Island on Wednesday afternoon following the discovery of a human skull off the boardwalk on Tuesday. The skull was found ...