A police helicopter crashed on Wednesday evening in Flagstaff, Arizona, close to where officers had been involved in a shooting incident, according to investigators. The crash occurred in a neighbourhood situated just north of Route 66 in the southwestern US state.

U.S. News Insider Tip: There are plenty of opportunities to pull over and snap a photo of a Route 66 road sign – but perhaps the coolest photo op is at the Amtrak Train Station downtown, where you will find a painted mural on the asphalt. – Jill ...

About 2 miles south of old Route 66 near Flagstaff, Walnut Canyon National Monument offers a glimpse into ancient life carved right into the cliffs. More than 700 years ago, the Sinagua people built stone dwellings into the canyon walls, using natural overhangs for shelter and shade.

The Mother Road has shaped part of the American mythos around road trips, carried the hopes of entire generations and drove into the 20th century on a promise of freedom. In 2026, Route 66 is about to celebrate its centenary,