There’s nothing quite like having your own little slice of the outdoors. But making it feel like the spot to kick back, sip something cold, and soak up the season? That takes some love (and a little ...

Summer entertaining is easier with the right supplies. Consider these 10 items to enhance your next soirée — from grill tools ...

Celebrate gorgeous flowers at the Lotus and Water Lily Festival, check out music and cultural festivals, and enjoy animals ...

Day trip or weekend escape, this dog-approved itinerary has everything you need: seaside strolls, pet-welcoming patios, ...

Here are the 10 best rooftops off the beaten path in. That means strong drinks and a light breeze without the Lower Broadway noise.

The Storm Prediction Center has downgraded Southeast Michigan’s severe thunderstorm risk to marginal, or level one of five, ...

For more than a decade his work has appeared in the Northwest alt weeklies Portland Mercury and Seattle Stranger, as well as ...

As summer moves along, the Journal-News is highlighting a few of the many patio dining options for community members to try.

The artichoke soup is a creamy revelation that captures the essence of coastal California in every spoonful. You haven’t truly experienced Northern California cuisine until you’ve tasted their ...

It’s time to ditch the heavy fleece and embrace lightweight blankets. Inspired by quiet mornings and slow afternoons, this ...

From bold patterns to traditional shapes, design pros share the biggest patio trends of the year—and how to bring them to ...

The best patio heaters are perfect if you need a little extra warmth when sitting in the great outdoors.