Travis Meier

2 days ago | axios.com | Carrie Shepherd |Travis Meier

Reproduced from Untapped ; Map: Axios VisualsChicago is joining a national trend of new bars centered on women's sports. Women's sports bars are springing up in multiple cities, growing from one to 12 in just three years. Why it matters: With viewership and attendance for women's sports soaring, fans are building new hubs that are about creating community while watching their favorite athletes. Driving the news: Babe's Sports Bar in Logan Square is expected to open later this summer.

2 days ago | axios.com | Arika Herron |Travis Meier

Illustration: Sarah Grillo/AxiosBars dedicated to women's sports are having a moment — and Indy's joining in. Why it matters: With viewership and attendance for women's sports soaring, fans are building new hubs that are about more than simply watching games. Driving the news: The Sports Bra, a Portland-based bar dedicated to exclusively showing women's sports, announced new locations in Indianapolis, Boston, Las Vegas and St. Louis. Dates for the franchise openings haven't been set yet.

4 days ago | tbaytoday.6amcity.com | Bailey LeFever |Brianna Williams |Travis Meier

Yeah, the riverfront, Bayfront, and beachfront festivals have tapered off a tad due to the *ahem* overall weather, the civic news never sleeps around here. We’re sharing the latest updates you need to know across Tampa Bay: This year’s Cross Bay Ferry season ended earlier than expected. But we have some good news for those eager to enjoy one of TBAY’s coolest modes of transportation.

4 days ago | axios.com | Travis Meier |Torey Van Oot

Reproduced from Untapped ; Map: Axios VisualsMinneapolis is one of a growing number of cities home to a bar dedicated to airing women's sports. The local angle: A Bar of Their Own opened in Seward in 2024. The bottom line: Local women's teams are giving fans plenty of reasons to raise a glass. In addition to the Frost's recent Walter Cup win, the Lynx are 7-0 and the Aurora are 4-0. Go deeper

1 week ago | axios.com | Alex Fitzpatrick |Travis Meier

Data: Climate Central; Map: Kavya Beheraj/AxiosHot, dry and windy weather that helps wildfires spread is becoming more common across much of the U.S., including Kansas and Missouri, a new analysis finds. Why it matters: What used to be several months of fire season is stretching in some places into a yearlong phenomenon, straining fire departments and others tasked with controlling or containing wild blazes.