Alligator made famous in ‘Happy Gilmore’ dies at more than 80 years old
The gator was known for his work in popular films such as Happy Gilmore. He has been at a sanctuary in Colorado since his retirement in 2006.
‘Mallard Maternity Ward’ eggs hatch ducklings in St. Anthony Village
Ducklings have started to hatch the "Mallard Maternity Ward" in St. Anthony Village.
'Mallard Maternity Ward' ducklings hatch
A mother duck laid her eggs in a planter in a St. Anthony Village shopping center, and now her ducklings have hatched.
St. Louis Park canoeist found dead in Boundary Waters
The body of a St. Louis Park, Minn. man was recovered from Iron Lake in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area after a U.S. Forest Service worker came across a capsized canoe over the weekend.
New coloring book for grown up gives offers history lesson of Saint Paul Parks
"Parks & People: A Colorful History of Saint Paul Parks" is a new coloring book celebrating the beauty, history, and cultural significance of Saint Paul's beloved park system.
Anglers get out for fishing opener on Saturday
The 2025 fishing season kicked off at midnight on Saturday.
Fishing season officially underway in Minnesota
Fishing season has officially started in Minnesota. FOX 9's Babs Santos talks with some anglers.
Watch: Australian diver shares surprise encounter with a swimming scallop
An Australian diver’s video of a swimming scallop is making “waves" online, surprising viewers who didn’t know shellfish could move like that.
Lake Minnetonka carp: A bright idea to tackle problem makes waves with some homeowners
At 10 p.m., Jay Nygard wandered into his backyard and began recording on his phone. Just beyond his dock in West Arm Bay, a boat of bow fisherman were hunting carp.
Overnight carp fishing causing controversy
Overnight carp fishing is causing controversy on Lake Minnetonka. FOX 9's Rob Olson has the story.
Minnesota Governor’s fishing opener
The 2025 Governor’s fishing opener is underway at Cross Lake. Fox 9’s Jared Piepenburg talks with Gov. Tim Walz about the fishing opener and what he’s most looking forward to this season.
Watch: Rare all-white stingaree spotted off Australian coast
Stingaree is a species of stingray.
'Screaming' trees spread from South to Northeast as cicada brood emerges
Brood XIV is a cohort of periodical cicadas, in which each succeeding generation of the insects emerges every 17 years.
Member of beloved Grand Teton grizzly bear family hit and killed
A young grizzly bear from one of Wyoming’s most iconic bear families has died after being struck by a vehicle near Grand Teton National Park. Here’s what we know.
Florida woman killed by alligator while canoeing with husband at Lake Kissimmee: FWC
A Florida woman who was bitten and killed by an alligator at Lake Kissimmee State Park on Tuesday was canoeing with her husband when the attack happened, according to the FWC.
Whale euthanized after beaching on Hilton Head Island
Officials say the 20-ton, 31-foot long whale came ashore near the Marriott Grand Ocean Resort on Hilton Head Island on Saturday afternoon.
Deadly Florida bear attack: Man, dog killed after encountering black bear in South Florida, FWC says
A black bear killed a man and a dog in a rural area of South Florida, east of Naples and near the Big Cypress Wildlife Management Area, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC).
Dozens of rattlesnakes emerge in Colorado ‘mega den’ livestream
Look closely – it’s not an I Spy picture. In the latest “slow TV” phenomenon, you can watch dozens of Colorado rattlesnakes up close as they come out of winter ready for spring.
MN fishing opener: Things to know
Brad Parsons with the Minnesota DNR joined FOX 9 on Sunday with some reminders for anglers looking to get out for fishing season.
'Odd-looking' deep sea fish washes up on beach, surprising locals: 'Would not expect to run across'
Longnose lancetfish "look like they swam out of prehistoric time," NOAA says.