Minnehaha Dog Park fencing approved by Minneapolis Park Board

A popular stretch of the Minnehaha Off-Leash Dog Park in Minneapolis that has been used for decades but never technically part of the dog park itself, could soon be fenced off to both humans and four-legged companions.

Joshua the goat escapes pumpkin patch to join town's half-marathon

Joshua’s owner didn’t know he was running in the competition until she saw photos circulating on social media of him with the runners.

Moo Deng isn’t the only viral zoo star: Meet these other adorable animals stealing hearts

Moo Deng isn’t the only viral zoo star! Discover other adorable animals like Pesto the penguin, Rocky the orangutan, and Fiona the hippo who are capturing hearts worldwide with their unique charm and lovable antics.

Moo Deng, the baby pygmy hippo, sparks viral makeup trend

Moo Deng, a baby pygmy hippo from Thailand, has inspired a viral makeup trend featuring glossy skin and soft pink blush. TikTok creators are recreating the look, making the hippo a sensation in the beauty world.

Hundreds of pelicans on Minnesota lake
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Hundreds of pelicans migrating south are hanging out on a Twin Cities lake this week, eating fish before continuing their journey south for winter. It's not uncommon for large groups of pelicans numbering in the hundreds to be spotted in southern Minnesota in the fall.

The Bond Between: How a nonprofit is helping dogs and owners after emergencies

Terry O’Brien and his dog, Castle, are often inseparable. This is why when O’Brien recently had a major and sudden health issue, one of his biggest concerns was Castle.

Cat swims to MN fisherman, now they're best friends

What started as a routine fishing trip turned into something special for one Minnesota angler after catching an unexpected guest.

MN angler catches cat while fishing
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A cat swam to a Minnesota fisherman, and now they're best friends. What started as a routine fishing trip turned into something special for a Minnesota angler. Erik Koffski heard meowing before heading out on his boat, which led to him finding a cat. The cat joined him while fishing ? and now Koffski and the cat have a new friendship. Photojournalist Scott Wise caught up with the pair.

Duluth family's cat found in sewer after being missing for 2 months

A Duluth family is overjoyed after reuniting with their cat, Drifter, after he was found in a closed-off sewer nearly two months after the cat went missing. 

West Nile virus: Horse in MN dies after contracting disease

A horse in Todd County, Minnesota, is dead after it contracted West Nile virus (WNV) in August, marking the first confirmed equine case in Minnesota this year. 

St. Paul man on a mission to walk blind, deaf dog on every bridge in Twin Cities

On a warm summer day, there is nothing better than getting outside to go for a walk. But for Abe Switters, it's more than just exercise. He's building a bridge to a better life for his dog, Nanna.

7-foot shark was eaten by even bigger shark, researchers suspect

A pregnant 7-foot porbeagle shark appeared to have been eaten by an even larger shark in what researchers believe is the first such evidence of the ocean hunter becoming the hunted.

Como Zoo welcomes birth of 2 rare Amur tiger cubs

The Como Zoo welcomed the birth of two critically endangered Amur tiger cubs — the first cubs to be born at the zoo in more than 40 years.