Anglers return to lakes for MN fishing opener
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During the 75th Governor?s Fishing Opener, Lt. Governor Peggy Flanagan talked with FOX 9 about the excitement of being back on the water fishing this weekend.

NYPD rescues horse in the Bronx stuck in muddy water

The officers used rescue equipment to safely hoist the horse out of the muddy water near Orchard Beach.

Bison Graze in Dakota County
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For the first time in 180 years, Bison are grazing on Prairie Land in Dakota County.

Bison calves bring joy to Spring Lake Park Reserve in Dakota County

Dakota County Parks is welcoming two bison calves to their growing herd as part of an effort to bring bison back to Minnesota prairie lands.

Bison herd in Dakota County welcomes calves
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Dakota County Parks is welcoming two bison calves to their growing herd as part of an effort to bring bison back to Minnesota prairie lands.

Black bear cub rescued at Elm Creek Park Reserve

The black bear cub was left alone for more than three days and park staff determined they needed to intervene for the animal's safety.

Curious baby owl caught peeping through house window

It’s that time of year for young great horned owls to start exploring Minnesota, and they might end up in some unexpected places. 

Bear destroys Diaper Genie in Pillager
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Not even a Diaper Genie is safe against a black bear. FOX 9 viewer Dan Hanson sent in video of a bear destroying a Diaper Genie that was left out on their front porch in Pillager, Minnesota. ?We thought for sure no animal would bother the Diaper Genie,? Hanson said in an email to FOX 9.

Mystery deepens as fanged fish wash up on Oregon beaches

Unusual-looking deep-sea lancetfish have been washing ashore on Oregon beaches recently, baffling experts as to why.

Blind Como Zoo cougar adjusting to life without eyes

Jasper, a 4-year-old cougar living at the Como Zoo and Conservatory in St. Paul, is adjusting to life without his eyes. 

Como Zoo cougar adjusting to life without eyes
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Jasper, a 4-year-old cougar living at the Como Zoo and Conservatory in St. Paul, is adjusting to life without his eyes. Jasper first came to Como Zoo in 2018. He was found alone in California after his mother was shot and killed by a hunter. In June of 2020, zoo staff started noticing changes in his eyes and eyesight.