Parking fees at Lake Tahoe rise to $40 for summer guests

Visitors to Lake Tahoe this summer are being cautioned to reconsider where they park, as local authorities increase enforcement and hike parking fees at popular locations. In busy spots like Kings Beach, daily parking rates can climb to $40 during peak holiday times. That’s a lot, right? More parking areas, once free by the lakeshore, […]
KJ Dillard from ‘Summer House’ shares his hospitalization and BPD diagnosis during a heartfelt reunion.

K.J. Dillard Shares Personal Struggles on Summer House Reunion K.J. Dillard, known from Summer House, recently opened up about his diagnosis of borderline personality disorder (BPD) and hospitalization. During the first part of Bravo’s season 10 reunion with host Andy Cohen, Dillard revealed, “I actually had to go to the hospital for self-harm.” He mentioned […]
Sunburn, soaring electricity costs, and other unpleasant aspects that can make summer secretly awful

The Gripe Report: Summer Edition So, it’s Wednesday, and that means we’re diving into the first summer edition of The Gripe Report. We’ve touched on this before, but honestly, I think summer kicks off with Memorial Day. For me, when the Indy 500 rolls around and I fire up the grill, I’m officially in summer […]
Yosemite faces increased crowding after the park eliminates reservations before summer.

Months after federal officials introduced new measures to increase visitors to Yosemite National Park, it seems tourists are coming back in droves. Visitor numbers have surged, with March recording 225,817 guests compared to 155,758 the previous year, according to reports. This marks the park’s busiest month since 2016, following the cancellation of advance reservations by […]
Elizabeth Hurley is set for summer, hockey goalie Mikayla Demaiter is raising the temperature, along with baseball and barbecue.

Today, I’m on the road sharing some Sunday reflections from a family wedding. Interestingly, it seems like some folks missed the memo that Memorial Day weekend kind of kicks off summer. It’s a bit chilly this morning—not quite the 80 degrees we might expect. But hey, Elizabeth Hurley definitely got the summer memo. Even at […]
Ciara Miller from ‘Summer House’ shines in diamonds at the Cannes Film Festival 2026

Diamonds might be forever, but trends definitely come and go. Ciara Miller turned heads at the amfAR Gala during the 2026 Cannes Film Festival on Thursday, her diamond necklace from Hassanzadeh Jewelry stealing the spotlight. The shimmering accessory paired perfectly with her elegant black satin dress, which featured puff sleeves, a corset-style bodice, and a […]
iGarden M1-AI robotic pool cleaner introduced just in time for summer

Your Dream Pool’s Hidden Challenges That pristine backyard pool you’ve been longing for can sometimes come with its own set of complications. Ironically, while you own a pool, maintaining it often takes away from actually enjoying it. Instead of lounging in the sun, you might find yourself feeling more like you’re still on the clock. […]
Little Debbie joins the excitement of World Cup 2026 with new ‘Summer of Soccer’ snacks for devoted fans

Little Debbie’s New Venture for the 2026 World Cup Could Little Debbie become a major player during the 2026 World Cup? The beloved snack brand, established in 1960 and with over 174,000 followers on Instagram, is seizing the excitement of this year’s tournament by launching a Summer of Soccer event. This includes a range of […]
Is the Vanguard Information Technology ETF Suitable for Your Portfolio Before Summer?

Tech stocks have seen a significant bounce back in recent weeks, gaining traction as we approach summer. Interestingly, the Nasdaq isn’t the only one climbing; the Vanguard Information Technology ETF has outperformed it. So far this year, the Vanguard Information Technology ETF is up 22%, and it boasts a remarkable 50% increase over the past […]
Upgrades at California’s Splash-n-Dash Aqua Park for the summer season

Exciting Summer Kickoff at California’s Unique Water Park Families in California eager to dive into summer this Memorial Day weekend should definitely consider bringing their swimsuits and a sense of adventure. The largest floating inflatable water park in the U.S. is set to reopen in the Central Valley, boasting an array of giant slides, obstacle […]