Frontier Airlines to add Starlink high-speed Wi-Fi on flights

Frontier Airlines announced Tuesday that it plans to introduce high-speed inflight internet powered by SpaceX's Starlink beginning in early 2027, marking a major upgrade for the ultra-low-cost carrier as it continues investing in new amenities aimed at attracting travelers.

Tyrannosaurus rex fossil sells for record $50 million at auction

A Tyrannosaurus Rex skeleton known as Gus set a record for the most expensive fossil ever sold at an auction for $50 million at an auction Wednesday. 

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.

Boundary Waters closed: Wildfires burn in northern MN
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The entire Boundary Waters wilderness is officially closing to the public due to rapid wildfire growth in the Superior National Forest. Following a lightning storm on July 7th, multiple fires—including the 5,000-acre Thumb fire and the 3,000-acre Bear Trap fire—have rapidly expanded under dry, windy conditions.

Black bear activity leads to restrictions at a Chippewa National Forest campground

The U.S. Forest Service has placed a restriction on what camping gear can be used at the West Winnie Campground within the Chippewa National Forest due to black bear activity.

Wally Funk, North Texas astronaut and aviation pioneer, dies at 87

Grapevine resident Wally Funk, a pioneer who broke barriers as one of the first female astronaut trainees and the oldest woman in space, has died at 87.

23andMe data breach victims to receive $46.75 million payout

A United States bankruptcy judge ordered genetic testing company 23andMe to pay a nearly $50 million settlement for a 2023 hack that led to the data leak of millions of their customers. 

Watch: Heroic husky protects child from charging bear

A family’s husky showcased his protective instincts after a bear came charging at their driveway with a child standing there.

Lawsuit filed over veterans’ access to campsite
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A dispute over zoning rules and whether veterans can camp on a Lake Vermillion campground have the group and landowner suing St. Louis County. FOX 9’s Corin Hoggard has the details.

Global ocean temperatures hit record high for this time of year

Global sea surface temperatures have reached record highs for this time of year, surpassing previous records set in 2023 and 2024, according to new data.

World's first synthetic cell that can grow, divide and replicate created at U of M

The U of M has built the world’s first synthetic cell that can grow, divide and replicate, opening the door to new possibilities in medicine and engineering.