Snowy owl spotted in Milwaukee County; rare Arctic bird draws crowds
A rare snowy owl native to the Arctic has been spotted around Milwaukee County and drawing some large crowds, as experts urge people to keep their distance and protect the bird’s safety.
A rare snowy owl native to the Arctic has been spotted around Milwaukee County and drawing some large crowds, as experts urge people to keep their distance and protect the bird’s safety.
Milwaukee County Zoo closes aviary for foreseeable future
The Milwaukee County Zoo has closed the Herb & Nada Mahler Family Aviary for the foreseeable future due to a confirmed bird flu case in the parking lot.
The Milwaukee County Zoo has closed the Herb & Nada Mahler Family Aviary for the foreseeable future due to a confirmed bird flu case in the parking lot.
Giraffe dies at Toronto zoo in 'sudden and tragic' accident
The Toronto Zoo is mourning the death of its 13-year-old male giraffe after an unexpected accident in its habitat on New Year’s Day.
The Toronto Zoo is mourning the death of its 13-year-old male giraffe after an unexpected accident in its habitat on New Year’s Day.
Wisconsin DNR confirms case of CWD in Clark County deer
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has confirmed that a wild deer tested positive for chronic wasting disease in Clark County.
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has confirmed that a wild deer tested positive for chronic wasting disease in Clark County.
We Energies says peregrine falcon program reached milestone in 2025
We Energies announced its peregrine falcon program reached a milestone in 2025, according to a new report.
We Energies announced its peregrine falcon program reached a milestone in 2025, according to a new report.
Dashcam captures deer crashing into work van in Mequon on Christmas Eve
A dashcam video shows a deer crashing into a work van on Christmas Eve in Mequon, leaving the vehicle heavily damaged but still drivable as the owner finished his service call.
A dashcam video shows a deer crashing into a work van on Christmas Eve in Mequon, leaving the vehicle heavily damaged but still drivable as the owner finished his service call.
Dashcam captures deer crashing into work van in Mequon
A dashcam video shows a deer crashing into a work van on Christmas Eve in Mequon, leaving the vehicle heavily damaged but still drivable as the owner finished his service call.
A dashcam video shows a deer crashing into a work van on Christmas Eve in Mequon, leaving the vehicle heavily damaged but still drivable as the owner finished his service call.
Video: Deer slams into moving van in Mequon
A deer slammed into the side of a cargo van in Mequon, leaving a sizable dent but seemingly dodging serious injury, on Christmas Eve.
A deer slammed into the side of a cargo van in Mequon, leaving a sizable dent but seemingly dodging serious injury, on Christmas Eve.
Video: Muddy eruption at Yellowstone’s Black Diamond Pool
A muddy eruption at Yellowstone National Park was just captured on camera in an area that has been closed to the public for hazard assessments.
A muddy eruption at Yellowstone National Park was just captured on camera in an area that has been closed to the public for hazard assessments.
Body camera video shows capture of raccoon at Grand Geneva Resort
Guests dining at one of Grand Geneva Resort’s restaurants got an unexpected and unwelcome surprise Sunday night when a raccoon fell into the dining room and bit a customer. This is bodycam video of the creature's capture.
Guests dining at one of Grand Geneva Resort’s restaurants got an unexpected and unwelcome surprise Sunday night when a raccoon fell into the dining room and bit a customer. This is bodycam video of the creature's capture.
Must-see video: Father, son dramatically rescued from deep in the alligator-infested Florida Everglades
A father and son in Florida were rescued from the alligator-filled Everglades after their ATV ran out of gas -- stranding them shortly before sunset.
A father and son in Florida were rescued from the alligator-filled Everglades after their ATV ran out of gas -- stranding them shortly before sunset.
Milwaukee County Zoo Rhino Care Center opens to public on Dec. 9
The Milwaukee County Zoo will open to the public the Ladish Co. Foundation Rhino Care Center. A news release says the new building includes Robert Dohmen Hippo Indoor Haven.
The Milwaukee County Zoo will open to the public the Ladish Co. Foundation Rhino Care Center. A news release says the new building includes Robert Dohmen Hippo Indoor Haven.
Rare blue eel stuns divers in underwater footage: Floating ‘piece of silk’
Footage recorded of the rare fish shows the intricacies of the mesmerizing eel and its bright, colorful body.
Footage recorded of the rare fish shows the intricacies of the mesmerizing eel and its bright, colorful body.
2026 Wisconsin bear, turkey hunt application deadline; what to know
The application deadline for Wisconsin's 2026 black bear and spring turkey hunting seasons is approaching.
The application deadline for Wisconsin's 2026 black bear and spring turkey hunting seasons is approaching.
National Parks raising fees for international tourists visiting popular US parks
The fee change will impact 11 national parks, including the Grand Canyon, Yellowstone and Yosemite, according to the U.S. Department of the Interior.
The fee change will impact 11 national parks, including the Grand Canyon, Yellowstone and Yosemite, according to the U.S. Department of the Interior.
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.
White buck spotted in Waukesha County, woman captures video
A Waukesha County woman captured video of a white buck in her yard in the town of Ottawa last week. She said it was not the first time she saw it.
A Waukesha County woman captured video of a white buck in her yard in the town of Ottawa last week. She said it was not the first time she saw it.
Mequon sheep on the loose; police, residents try to capture the animals
A pair of sheep are on the lam. For the last few weeks, those sheep have been spotted all around Mequon. Police say they have been taking a half-dozen phone calls about them every day.
A pair of sheep are on the lam. For the last few weeks, those sheep have been spotted all around Mequon. Police say they have been taking a half-dozen phone calls about them every day.
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.