San Diego Zoo’s oldest resident, 141-year-old tortoise Gramma, dies
Gramma, the San Diego Zoo’s oldest resident and one of the world’s oldest Galapagos tortoises, has died at the estimated age of 141.
Gramma, the San Diego Zoo’s oldest resident and one of the world’s oldest Galapagos tortoises, has died at the estimated age of 141.
Dozens of snakes rescued after alleged abandonment in South Carolina
Authorities in South Carolina have rescued 52 nonvenomous snakes that were found confined in boxes on a property in Jasper County.
Authorities in South Carolina have rescued 52 nonvenomous snakes that were found confined in boxes on a property in Jasper County.
Teen boys rescued after going through ice in northern MN
Two teenage boys were rescued after falling through thin ice on a lake in northern Minnesota Tuesday afternoon.
Two teenage boys were rescued after falling through thin ice on a lake in northern Minnesota Tuesday afternoon.
Minnesota State Park entrances will be free on Black Friday
The DNR says admission to all 73 state parks will be free on Black Friday to encourage Minnesotans to enjoy the outdoors.
The DNR says admission to all 73 state parks will be free on Black Friday to encourage Minnesotans to enjoy the outdoors.
River fishing tips from expert guide
As the weather cools, anglers in the region are turning to moving waters like rivers to catch fish stocking up for winter. Here are river fishing tips from fishing expert Matt Johnson.
As the weather cools, anglers in the region are turning to moving waters like rivers to catch fish stocking up for winter. Here are river fishing tips from fishing expert Matt Johnson.
Largest male great white shark ever recorded pinged off New Jersey coast
The white shark is most likely on the move back down to Florida where waters are warmer and there are more food sources, but well have to see where he shows up next.
The white shark is most likely on the move back down to Florida where waters are warmer and there are more food sources, but well have to see where he shows up next.
River fishing tips from expert guide
As the weather cools, anglers in the region are turning to moving waters like rivers to catch fish stocking up for winter. Matt Johnson, a fishing expert, explained that moving water attracts bait, making it an ideal spot for fish looking to feed. He emphasized the simplicity of using a jig head with a plastic trailer, noting, "You can grab a backpack, one rod, a few baits, and just get lost on the shoreline." A jig and plastic is cost-effective compared to pricier options like crankbaits, and some bladed jigs when fishing a river where snags often happen.
As the weather cools, anglers in the region are turning to moving waters like rivers to catch fish stocking up for winter. Matt Johnson, a fishing expert, explained that moving water attracts bait, making it an ideal spot for fish looking to feed. He emphasized the simplicity of using a jig head with a plastic trailer, noting, "You can grab a backpack, one rod, a few baits, and just get lost on the shoreline." A jig and plastic is cost-effective compared to pricier options like crankbaits, and some bladed jigs when fishing a river where snags often happen.
Jane Goodall remembered at funeral service in DC
Jane Goodall, the conservationist renowned for her groundbreaking chimpanzee research documenting their personalities and use of tools, is being remembered at a funeral service at Washington National Cathedral in the nation’s capital.
Jane Goodall, the conservationist renowned for her groundbreaking chimpanzee research documenting their personalities and use of tools, is being remembered at a funeral service at Washington National Cathedral in the nation’s capital.
Florida gator caught on camera popping out of pond, charging at fisherman: 'That's my foot!'
A Florida fisherman was chased away from a pond by an angry alligator earlier this summer.
A Florida fisherman was chased away from a pond by an angry alligator earlier this summer.
Crappie fishing tips for fall: Best baits and locations
As fall progresses, crappie fishing enthusiasts are finding success in the weeds in lakes like Minnetonka.
As fall progresses, crappie fishing enthusiasts are finding success in the weeds in lakes like Minnetonka.
Catch crappies now: Late fall fishing tips
As temperatures fall, anglers adapt. Here are some tips for catching crappie in the late autumn months.
As temperatures fall, anglers adapt. Here are some tips for catching crappie in the late autumn months.
Body of second avalanche victim with Minnesota ties recovered, 1 still missing
Alaska authorities announced the recovery of the remains of a man who was killed in an avalanche that also took the lives of two other men he was heli-skiing with.
Alaska authorities announced the recovery of the remains of a man who was killed in an avalanche that also took the lives of two other men he was heli-skiing with.
Body of second Alaska avalanche victim recovered, 1 still missing
Three heli-skiers were buried in an Alaska avalanche in March 2025, and authorities have recovered two of the bodies so far.
Three heli-skiers were buried in an Alaska avalanche in March 2025, and authorities have recovered two of the bodies so far.
DNR reminders ahead of firearm deer season this weekend
Minnesota DNR Big Game Program Leader Barb Keller shared some helpful reminders ahead of the state's firearm deer season beginning this weekend.
Minnesota DNR Big Game Program Leader Barb Keller shared some helpful reminders ahead of the state's firearm deer season beginning this weekend.
2nd escaped monkey killed as search continues after Mississippi crash
Authorities in Mississippi say a second escaped monkey has been shot and killed following a truck crash that released several primates along Interstate 59 near Heidelberg.
Authorities in Mississippi say a second escaped monkey has been shot and killed following a truck crash that released several primates along Interstate 59 near Heidelberg.
Monkey truck Mississippi latest: Mother shoots, kills one fearing for her children
A Mississippi woman shot and killed one of the escaped monkeys outside her home Sunday, fearing for her children's safety.
A Mississippi woman shot and killed one of the escaped monkeys outside her home Sunday, fearing for her children's safety.
Going for Gold: Geologist finds flecks of treasure in the metro
Lucas Lundgren is a geologist by trade, but in his free time he pans for gold across the Midwest. He calls himself 'Glacial Gold Hunter', and he's created quite a following on YouTube and Instagram.
Lucas Lundgren is a geologist by trade, but in his free time he pans for gold across the Midwest. He calls himself 'Glacial Gold Hunter', and he's created quite a following on YouTube and Instagram.
Mosquitoes found in Iceland for the first time, leaving only one mosquito-free spot on Earth
If you want to visit a place with no mosquitoes, you’ll have to go south – far south.
If you want to visit a place with no mosquitoes, you’ll have to go south – far south.
3 monkeys still missing after truck crashes in Mississippi
A truck carrying 21 Rhesus macaques crashed on Interstate 59 in Mississippi, leading to several monkeys escaping and three remaining missing.
A truck carrying 21 Rhesus macaques crashed on Interstate 59 in Mississippi, leading to several monkeys escaping and three remaining missing.
Minnesota Zoo welcomes Snooki the sea turtle
The Minnesota Zoo is now the home of a loggerhead sea turtle named Snooki, in a nod to the “Jersey Shore" star.
The Minnesota Zoo is now the home of a loggerhead sea turtle named Snooki, in a nod to the “Jersey Shore" star.