These U.S. destinations are perfect for a winter girls trip, whether you want wineries and shopping or skiing and sleigh rides.

The Painted Lady Bed and Brew in Albuquerque has become a destination for those seeking a spooky experience, with its history dating back to 1881 when it was a saloon and brothel.

Her parents forbade it. “Girls are vanishing,” her father warned, his voice low. “Swallowed whole by the night.” But Maria’s heart was a splintered thing, and her friends promised music was the cure.

A man has been charged with attempting to strike a Minnesota woman with his car after they had met for a first date. The ...