The seeds of America's most destructive flood were planted the previous summer, but it shifted into higher gear this week in ...

A prolonged flood event is beginning to unfold along the lower Mississippi River, a consequence of the widespread heavy ...

the Mississippi National River and Recreation Area lists the length of the Mississippi as 2,350 miles. It’s the second-longest river in North America, beaten only by the Missouri River.

The more than 2,300-mile Mississippi River invites travelers to discover its multifaceted heritage, with a vast range of deeply rooted culture, music and history. A cruise is a fantastic way to ...