A top state authority has given approval of a plan to begin removing white pine plantations in an effort to restore native ...

Officially, Ohio’s state tree may not exist. In 1953, the 100th General Assembly decreed that “the tree, Aesculus globra, ...

State lawmakers are considering a whole slew of additions to Massachusetts' list of official "things", from a sedimentary ...

In order to determine America's best and worst state economies, WalletHub compared 50 states across 28 key indicators of performance and strength.

In order to determine America's best and worst state economies, WalletHub compared 50 states across 28 key indicators of performance and strength.

The Massachusetts high school softball state playoffs have reached the MIAA regional rounds as we march towards the state semifinals and finals.

Out of all 50 states, Massachusetts received the highest score, beating out the second-place state by over a full point. Here's what WalletHub had to say about the state's economy.

Since the early 1900s, lawmakers have designated specific symbols to represent the unique characteristics of their state. Here's Ohio's list.

At almost 400 years old, the Endicott Pear Tree in Danvers is believed to be the oldest living cultivated fruit tree in all of North America.

North Carolina has over 60 official state symbols. These symbols include the state bird (cardinal), flower (dogwood), and tree (pine). The state also has official designations for a reptile, fish ...

Massachusetts state officials announced that they are seeking public's input for the state's new seal, flag and motto.

Massachusetts is asking residents to help design a new state seal, flag and motto with the aim of reflecting the state’s diversity and heritage.