Santa Barbara RV camping plan sparks debate

Insomniac rebrands Beyond Wonderland Chicago as Beyond Wonderland Midwest, moving to Chicagoland Speedway for a three-day event on June 11–13, 2027. On-site camping, including RV and car camping, will be available for the first time. Tickets go on sale June 19.

The City Council of Waterloo, Oregon, voted to enforce city ordinances regarding RV habitation. During a June 9 meeting, the council discussed cases where RVs were used for temporary stays without septic hookups and with unsafe electrical connections. The council rejected a hardship clause for individual cases, citing the need for equal enforcement. Letters reminding residents of ordinances and cleanup days will be distributed.

Tom Svan, 82, from New Hampshire, converted a used Mercedes Sprinter into a motorhome for about 150,000 SEK ($14,000). The vehicle features solar panels, a 33 kg battery, a hidden toilet under the stove, and a quick-assembly shower. When snow falls, Svan leaves his house and travels south.

Logan County police reported arrests in a stolen camper investigation. Suspects have been taken into custody; the investigation is ongoing.

Former Argentine footballer Ricardo Bochini presented a motorhome prepared for a trip across the United States during the 2026 World Cup. The vehicle's exterior features an image of Bochini and the phrase 'MUNDIAL A BORDO'. Inside, it includes a kitchen, sleeping area, and a space for watching matches. Bochini plans to post daily videos of the journey on his YouTube channel.

In St. Louis County, Minnesota, a motor home caught fire on Tuesday morning while parked along Highway 7. The woman and her dog, the only occupants, escaped uninjured, but the vehicle was declared a total loss. According to the sheriff's office, the fire started in the engine compartment after the camper experienced engine issues.