Chronic wasting disease confirmed in wild deer near Stillwater
A wild deer found near Stillwater has tested positive for chronic wasting disease, prompting new action from the Minnesota DNR.
A wild deer found near Stillwater has tested positive for chronic wasting disease, prompting new action from the Minnesota DNR.
Massive great hammerhead shark found dead on North Carolina beach
A 14-foot great hammerhead shark washed ashore on the north end of Carolina Beach, North Carolina, on Sunday.
A 14-foot great hammerhead shark washed ashore on the north end of Carolina Beach, North Carolina, on Sunday.
Leonardo DiCaprio, Jeff Bezos commit $200 million to save endangered species
Leonardo DiCaprio and Jeff Bezos are joining forces in an effort to help save some of the world's rarest animals.
Leonardo DiCaprio and Jeff Bezos are joining forces in an effort to help save some of the world's rarest animals.
Watch: Bison chases child at Yellowstone National Park during terrifying close encounter
A Bison at Yellowstone National Park suddenly chased a child during a close encounter caught on camera.
A Bison at Yellowstone National Park suddenly chased a child during a close encounter caught on camera.
Inside the 'Super Bowl of fishing': High-tech sonar, sea urchin baits and a surprising $80 winner
The world of fishing gear just got a major shake-up at ICAST 2026, where the latest tech and some surprisingly simple gear took center stage.
The world of fishing gear just got a major shake-up at ICAST 2026, where the latest tech and some surprisingly simple gear took center stage.
Scientists discover 'demon' cavefish tucked away in Alabama cave
Researchers have uncovered a new species of blind cavefish hiding in one of the most studied cave systems in Alabama.
Researchers have uncovered a new species of blind cavefish hiding in one of the most studied cave systems in Alabama.
Boundary Waters reopens some entry points for overnight access
After weeks of closures due to raging wildfires, some parts of the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness are reopening for day and overnight access on Thursday.
After weeks of closures due to raging wildfires, some parts of the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness are reopening for day and overnight access on Thursday.
VIDEO: Rattlesnakes spotted 'combat dancing' on Southern California street
A video captured by a FOX 11 viewer showing two massive rattlesnakes in Thousand Oaks served as a reminder that as heat rises, so do rattlesnake sightings.
A video captured by a FOX 11 viewer showing two massive rattlesnakes in Thousand Oaks served as a reminder that as heat rises, so do rattlesnake sightings.
Watch: Great white shark jumps out of water behind surfer at California beach
A surfer had no idea a great white shark was behind him – until his brother-in-law captured the moment on video.
A surfer had no idea a great white shark was behind him – until his brother-in-law captured the moment on video.
Black bears invade Lake Tahoe homes as break-ins surge and locals fortify defenses
South Lake Tahoe police received 174 bear-related calls so far this year.
South Lake Tahoe police received 174 bear-related calls so far this year.
Twin Cities regional parks hit 69.1 million visits in 2025, second-highest on record
Twin Cities parks and trails are more popular than ever, with new investments and improvements drawing millions of visitors.
Twin Cities parks and trails are more popular than ever, with new investments and improvements drawing millions of visitors.
‘Meadow Makers’ group tends to plants at Theodore Wirth Park
Did you know a group of volunteers gathers every week at Theodore Wirth Park in Minneapolis to take care of the plants there? They call themselves “Meadow Makers,” and it’s open to anyone. Susan Wilkins, the curator for the Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden at the park, joined FOX 9 News at 5 to talk about the group.
Did you know a group of volunteers gathers every week at Theodore Wirth Park in Minneapolis to take care of the plants there? They call themselves “Meadow Makers,” and it’s open to anyone. Susan Wilkins, the curator for the Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden at the park, joined FOX 9 News at 5 to talk about the group.
Fish mortality reports rising as prolonged heat continues, MN DNR says
Rising temperatures are leading to rising fish mortality rates, according to the Minnesota DNR.
Rising temperatures are leading to rising fish mortality rates, according to the Minnesota DNR.
Move over Jimothy: Dog with same short spine syndrome as raccoon melts hearts on internet
Jimothy, the viral raccoon, isn't the only internet star with short spine syndrome. Meet Cooper, the lovable rescue dog winning hearts on social media.
Jimothy, the viral raccoon, isn't the only internet star with short spine syndrome. Meet Cooper, the lovable rescue dog winning hearts on social media.
There are now more ‘mosquito disease days’ in 95% of major US cities: See the map
Climate change is lengthening mosquito season across much of the U.S., giving disease-carrying mosquitoes more time to spread illnesses. A new analysis reveals which cities are seeing the biggest increases.
Climate change is lengthening mosquito season across much of the U.S., giving disease-carrying mosquitoes more time to spread illnesses. A new analysis reveals which cities are seeing the biggest increases.
Woman attacked by brown bear while hiking with friend and 3 dogs near Alaska state park
A woman was attacked by a brown bear Saturday while hiking with a friend and three dogs near a state park in Alaska, authorities said.
A woman was attacked by a brown bear Saturday while hiking with a friend and three dogs near a state park in Alaska, authorities said.
Superior National Forest working to reopen parts of BWCA
Superior National Forest Supervisor Tom Hall said he was working outlined the status of the Boundary Waters Canoe Area closure and plans to reopen parts of the BWCA amid the wildfires fight.
Superior National Forest Supervisor Tom Hall said he was working outlined the status of the Boundary Waters Canoe Area closure and plans to reopen parts of the BWCA amid the wildfires fight.
Crews continue battling northern MN wildfires
More than a dozen wildfires are currently burning in the northern regions of Minnesota, spreading across thousands of acres burned so far. FOX 9’s Cody Matz provides a breakdown on the continuing efforts to control the blazes.
More than a dozen wildfires are currently burning in the northern regions of Minnesota, spreading across thousands of acres burned so far. FOX 9’s Cody Matz provides a breakdown on the continuing efforts to control the blazes.
FWC: 13-foot alligator attacked, killed Florida woman, DNA test confirms
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) said laboratory testing has confirmed that DNA from 31-year-old Brittany Clark matched a 13-foot alligator captured after the deadly attack on the Econlockhatchee River last month.
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) said laboratory testing has confirmed that DNA from 31-year-old Brittany Clark matched a 13-foot alligator captured after the deadly attack on the Econlockhatchee River last month.
West Nile virus detected in Wisconsin mosquitoes: What you need to know
Wisconsin health officials are urging people to take precautions after mosquitoes and a wild bird tested positive for West Nile virus — the first confirmed cases of 2026.
Wisconsin health officials are urging people to take precautions after mosquitoes and a wild bird tested positive for West Nile virus — the first confirmed cases of 2026.