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Lori Burgman
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Lori is an avid American highway traveler who never misses an opportunity to stop at a great spot along the way. She has journeyed extensively, traveling both east to west and north to south across the country.
Stories by Lori Burgman
8 stories
July 2026
4 stories: 2 explainers, 2 news stories
Thu

News: Environment · New Mexico
Bear on New Mexico utility pole dies after state wildlife response, agency says
A bear on a New Mexico utility pole died July 20 after wildlife officials advised leaving it alone, the Department of Game and Fish said.
Sat
News: Health · United States
Disney World guest dies after cardiac emergency on ‘It’s a Small World,’ Florida report says
Fri
Explainer · Environment · United States
BLM clears a major hurdle for Cadiz’s Mojave water pipeline. Here’s what that means
Tue
Explainer · Arts and Entertainment · United States
2026 Great New York State Fair tickets and parking go on sale July 7: what to know
Tickets for the 2026 Great New York State Fair in Syracuse, running Aug. 26 to Sept. 7, go on sale July 7, Governor Kathy Hochul announced.

June 2026
4 stories: 1 investigation, 3 news stories
Sun
News: Transportation · United States
Duck boat overturns near Charles River entrance in Cambridge, injuring at least 6
Sat
News: Travel · United States
Viral bear encounter in Alberta puts trail safety in focus for travelers
Fri
News: Politics · United States
Utah limits fireworks statewide for July Fourth amid wildfire concerns
Sat
Investigation · Travel · United States
World Cup travel boom points beyond stadiums, but small-town payoff is still unproven
Tourism Economics projects 1.24 million international visitors to the United States for the 2026 World Cup, boosting travel beyond host cities.
