Colorado highway closed after rattlesnakes slow efforts to fight fire

Colorado officials say loose rocks and rattlesnakes are hindering firefighters’ efforts in Clear Creek Canyon after lightning ignited a wildfire.

Possible 'wolf-dog hybrid' spotted in northern Minnesota: Video

Researchers with the Voyageurs Wolf Project shared a video of a unique looking wolf that them scratching their heads. 

Possible 'wolf-dog hybrid' spotted in northern MN
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The Voyageurs Wolf Project shared a video on Tuesday of a possible "wolf-dog hybrid" spotted roaming in northern Minnesota that has left researchers scratching their heads.

Miss Monday's supermoon? When you can see it again

Monday's supermoon appeared 14% larger and 30% brighter, but more supermoons are on the way.

DNR stocks fish pond at Minnesota State Fair
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The Minnesota DNR on Tuesday stocked the fish pond at the Minnesota State Fair ahead of the opening of the fair on Thursday.

Polaris Dawn crew arrives in Florida ahead of first SpaceX spacewalk mission

SpaceX is preparing to launch two of its employees and two other private citizens on the company's most ambitious mission yet, including the first private spacewalk and sending humans into the deepest orbit since the Apollo program. 

Don't miss the rare Blue Supermoon rising Monday

Also known as the Sturgeon Moon, the eighth full moon of the year promises a rare and breathtaking celestial sight.

Hmong Garden Celebration in Chanhassen
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Many gathered to celebrate the 2024 "Seeds of Knowledge & Healing Hmong garden in the Garden Gallery at the Farm at the Arb in Chanhassen. FOX 9 Photojournalist Scott Wise captures the moment.

Mysterious bug bites could be from mites feeding on cicada eggs

With so many cicada eggs available for food, the more mites there are to feast, disperse and then land on humans to bite.

Man in Mississippi discovers rare mammoth tusk dating back to Ice Age

An avid artifact and fossil collector recently came across a stunning discovery before alerting the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality (MDEQ).

Backpacker dies hiking in Isle Royale National Park

A backpacker has died after suffering a medical emergency in Isle Royale National Park, the National Park Service announced on Wednesday.

Minnesota Zoo welcomes rescued pronghorn fawn, Marcie

The Minnesota Zoo has welcomed its newest resident, a pronghorn fawn rescued from Washington. 

Black bear euthanized after mauling toddler at Montana campground

A black bear in Montana was captured and euthanized after mauling a 3-year-old child at a private campground near Red Lodge.

Teenager going for a quick swim severely injured in shark attack

A 15-year-old girl from Aspen, Colorado, was severely injured in a shark attack while scuba diving in Belize this week, according to reports and a fundraising page set up for the teen.