Waukesha County dairy cattle test positive for EHD; expert weighs in

The same disease that has been spreading rampant among deer in southeast Wisconsin was just found in dairy cattle — providing the latest challenge in a year full of them for farmers.

Waukesha County dairy cattle test positive for EHD
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The same disease that has been spreading rampant among deer in southeast Wisconsin was just found in dairy cattle — providing the latest challenge in a year full of them for farmers.

Wisconsin deer EHD outbreak reaches Fond du Lac, Jefferson counties

An EHD outbreak among deer in southeast Wisconsin has expanded into Fond du Lac and Jefferson counties over the past week, according to the DNR.

EHD in Wisconsin deer; what DNR officials are seeing
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Hundreds of deer have died in Wisconsin due to an outbreak of EHD or epizootic hemorrhagic disease. What is it, and how are Wisconsin DNR officials handling the situation? Erin Larson, a DNR deer herd health specialist, joined FOX6 NOW with the latest information available.

Washington County deer EHD cases surpass 1,100

EHD cases continue to climb in southeast Wisconsin deer, according to the DNR, with more than 1,100 deer in Washington County alone reportedly sickened.

These US beaches are home to some of America's most venomous snakes

Beachgoers may be watching for rip currents, rough surf or even sharks, but snakes aren’t the first thing that comes to mind when heading to the beach.

New tiny wild cat species discovered in Bolivia’s cloud forests

Researchers have identified Leopardus tilcayo, a previously unknown species of tiny wild cat, in Bolivia’s cloud forests, marking the first formal description of a new living cat species in more than a century.

Wisconsin deer EHD outbreak; cases climb, identified in Dodge County

The Wisconsin DNR estimates there have been more than 100 additional cases of EHD in the past week as an outbreak continues to spread.

Michigan man missing at Isle Royale National Park

A Michigan man has been reported missing in Isle Royale National Park. A search operation is currently underway by the National Park Service.

Massive bird migration: Most over Wisconsin, 550M across US

Woah! Hundreds of millions of birds were migrating across the country on Wednesday night, with the highest concentration over Wisconsin.

Wisconsin EHD deer deaths continue to climb

An unusually high number of Wisconsin deer are dying of epizootic hemorrhagic disease this season and continue to contract the disease.

Unusually high number of deer deaths in SE Wisconsin
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The Wisconsin DNR is hearing from the public about an unusually high number of deer deaths for this time of year. FOX6 NOW spoke with Erin Larson, Deer Herd Health Specialist, Wisconsin DNR, about this phenomenon, and what, if anything, the public can do.

Yellowjackets problem in southeast Wisconsin
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If you've spent any time outside in the last couple of weeks, you know there is a problem with yellowjackets. What's going on, and what can you do about it? Charlie Koenen, a Milwaukee-area bee wrangler, joined FOX6 NOW for some answers.

Tahoe bear deaths: Mama bear tried to get her dead cub up, drag it off the road, witnesses say

Six bears have died on Tahoe roads in the last two weeks, a local non-profit said. In one case, a mama bear was seen trying to get her dead cub up and drag her baby off the road, witnesses recalled.

Watch: Mystery animal attacks man in New Hampshire parking lot

A mystery animal attacked a man in a Lebanon, New Hampshire, parking lot, surveillance video released by police shows.

Wisconsin DNR announces early goose hunting season opens Sept. 1

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources has announced early goose season opens Tuesday. The DNR has provided further information and guidelines on what to know if you plan to go out on a hunt.

Wisconsin early goose hunt; what you need to know
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The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds hunters that the 2026 early goose season opens Tuesday, Sept. 1. This early hunting opportunity is available to hunters throughout the state and will run through Sept. 15. The early goose season has an increased daily bag limit of five Canada geese and is uniformly regulated across Wisconsin. FOX6 NOW spoke with DNR Game Bird Ecologist Taylor Finger about what you need to know.

Wisconsin hunting season opens in September

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources has released guidelines and information for September's hunting season.