What's behind the growing number of bear encounters in the US this year
Bear encounters with humans are on the rise, especially in the Rocky Mountains, where the summer drought has bears seeking food in urban areas, leading to encounters with humans.
Bear encounters with humans are on the rise, especially in the Rocky Mountains, where the summer drought has bears seeking food in urban areas, leading to encounters with humans.
Over 160 farm babies born during Minnesota State Fair
Over 160 farm animal babies were born at the Miracle of Birth Center during the Minnesota State Fair's 12-day run. FOX 9's Shayne Wells takes us inside the barn to see some of the newborns.
Over 160 farm animal babies were born at the Miracle of Birth Center during the Minnesota State Fair's 12-day run. FOX 9's Shayne Wells takes us inside the barn to see some of the newborns.
WATCH: ‘Dead’ deer scares Texas deputy in viral video
Sometimes, even the bravest of us can get scared half to death.
Sometimes, even the bravest of us can get scared half to death.
Tahoe bear deaths: Mama bear tried to get her dead cub up, drag it off the road, witnesses say
Six bears have died on Tahoe roads in the last two weeks, a local non-profit said. In one case, a mama bear was seen trying to get her dead cub up and drag her baby off the road, witnesses recalled.
Six bears have died on Tahoe roads in the last two weeks, a local non-profit said. In one case, a mama bear was seen trying to get her dead cub up and drag her baby off the road, witnesses recalled.
2 more beluga whales, including recent rescue, die at Chicago's Shedd Aquarium, officials say
Two beluga whales at Chicago's Shedd Aquarium have died, including one that was rescued from a closed marine park in Canada just weeks ago, officials said.
Two beluga whales at Chicago's Shedd Aquarium have died, including one that was rescued from a closed marine park in Canada just weeks ago, officials said.
Endangered gorillas Kamba and Nora make their Como Zoo debut
Two new critically endangered gorillas have arrived at Como Park Zoo & Conservatory.
Two new critically endangered gorillas have arrived at Como Park Zoo & Conservatory.
Six beluga whales from Marineland in Canada arrive in the US, last of 30 rescued from closed park
The unprecedented rescue of 30 beluga whales from Marineland, a closed park in Niagara Falls, Canada that could no longer care for them, is now complete with the safe arrival of the final six whales to the United States.
The unprecedented rescue of 30 beluga whales from Marineland, a closed park in Niagara Falls, Canada that could no longer care for them, is now complete with the safe arrival of the final six whales to the United States.
Teen flips ultra-rare 1-of-1 gold Jimothy rookie card for major payday on eBay
A 13-year-old Seattle Mariners fan turned a free ballpark giveaway into a five-figure payday after a rare rookie card featuring the city's viral raccoon sensation sold for a whopping $21,100.
A 13-year-old Seattle Mariners fan turned a free ballpark giveaway into a five-figure payday after a rare rookie card featuring the city's viral raccoon sensation sold for a whopping $21,100.
North Carolina warns mobile petting zoo visitors of rabies exposure after baby goats test positive
North Carolina health officials are urging people who touched baby goats at a mobile petting zoo to contact their local health department after several goats tested positive for rabies.
North Carolina health officials are urging people who touched baby goats at a mobile petting zoo to contact their local health department after several goats tested positive for rabies.
State Fair fun: Monty’s Traveling Reptile Show
FOX 9 hosts are joined at the Great Minnesota Get-Together by the crew of Monty’s Traveling Reptile Show who stopped by to show off some alligators, lizards, snakes and more.
FOX 9 hosts are joined at the Great Minnesota Get-Together by the crew of Monty’s Traveling Reptile Show who stopped by to show off some alligators, lizards, snakes and more.
4-H shows off beef breeding heifers at State Fair
The Minnesota State Fair offers 4-H beef and dairy cattle shows during the first four days in the Cattle Barn and Coliseum. FOX 9’s All Day takes a live look on day one.
The Minnesota State Fair offers 4-H beef and dairy cattle shows during the first four days in the Cattle Barn and Coliseum. FOX 9’s All Day takes a live look on day one.
Meet Bolt, the TSA's cutest canine for 2026
Bolt, a “doggone dedicated” bomb sniffer at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport, has been named TSA’s top dog for 2026.
Bolt, a “doggone dedicated” bomb sniffer at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport, has been named TSA’s top dog for 2026.
Peekachu, rescued beluga whale at Shedd Aquarium, dies suddenly
Peekachu, one of eight beluga whales recently rescued from a closed Canadian marine park and brought to Chicago's Shedd Aquarium, died suddenly Tuesday evening.
Peekachu, one of eight beluga whales recently rescued from a closed Canadian marine park and brought to Chicago's Shedd Aquarium, died suddenly Tuesday evening.
Wisconsin Point sees first piping plover nesting in nearly 50 years
For the first time in nearly half a century, piping plovers have been spotted nesting on Wisconsin Point. This shorebird has been endangered for decades.
For the first time in nearly half a century, piping plovers have been spotted nesting on Wisconsin Point. This shorebird has been endangered for decades.
Fromm recalls wet dog food over potential metal contamination
Fromm Family Foods is recalling cases of wet dog food over potential metal contamination. It’s at least the second dog food recall announced this month.
Fromm Family Foods is recalling cases of wet dog food over potential metal contamination. It’s at least the second dog food recall announced this month.
"Very aggressive" donkey jumps into van, injuring 3 people
A "very aggressive" donkey on the loose jumped into a van, kicking and biting two motorists and a woman who intervened to try and help.
A "very aggressive" donkey on the loose jumped into a van, kicking and biting two motorists and a woman who intervened to try and help.
Felons may not have to pay for bigger pets in new Minneapolis ordinance
A Minneapolis ordinance that requires felons to pay to have a pet over 20 pounds is likely on its way out. A Minneapolis city committee passed an amendment on Wednesday to an ordinance that made it tough for people getting out of prison to own a bigger dog. Some residents feel that's unfair. FOX 9's Karen Scullin has more.
A Minneapolis ordinance that requires felons to pay to have a pet over 20 pounds is likely on its way out. A Minneapolis city committee passed an amendment on Wednesday to an ordinance that made it tough for people getting out of prison to own a bigger dog. Some residents feel that's unfair. FOX 9's Karen Scullin has more.
Can Do Canines hosting open house Tuesday night
Can Do Canines, which provides service dogs to people with disabilities, is hosting an open house Tuesday night from 6-8 p.m. in New Hope. Executive Director Jeff Johnson joined FOX 9 News at 5 to talk about Tuesday's event.
Can Do Canines, which provides service dogs to people with disabilities, is hosting an open house Tuesday night from 6-8 p.m. in New Hope. Executive Director Jeff Johnson joined FOX 9 News at 5 to talk about Tuesday's event.
Cass County Sheriff warns residents after bears enter homes, roam campground
The Cass County Sheriff has issued a warning as officials say bears have been getting a little too comfortable around people in the county with incidents of the bears entering homes and going into tents seeking food.
The Cass County Sheriff has issued a warning as officials say bears have been getting a little too comfortable around people in the county with incidents of the bears entering homes and going into tents seeking food.
Search warrant leads to rescue of over 40 dogs and puppies from alleged dog fighting operation
Over 40 dogs and puppies were rescued Tuesday from an alleged dog fighting operation in Berkeley County, South Carolina.
Over 40 dogs and puppies were rescued Tuesday from an alleged dog fighting operation in Berkeley County, South Carolina.