While other national parks are closed as the government shutdown drags on, Great Smoky Mountains National Park is open - at ...

Despite the government shutdown, a local coalition is keeping the Smokies open, letting “Walking Tom” Riley continue the ...

While federal agencies are stuck in a holding pattern, some effects of the shutdown are being felt locally right now; others could be weeks away.

From the lonely roads to coastal drives, gas up the car and check out 40 of the most scenic byways America has to offer.