Falcons return to We Energies power plants, sign of spring

Peregrine falcons have returned to We Energies and Wisconsin Public Service power plants, a sure sign of spring as the birds prepare to lay eggs.

Great Lakes ice lacking, fish and algae among possible impacts

A historic lack of Great Lakes ice amid a weirdly warm winter could impact fish populations, algae blooms and lake levels – impacting commerce.

Whale that vanished from Atlantic over 200 years ago spotted off Massachusetts: 'Shouldn't exist'

Scientists from the New England Aquarium (NEA) in Boston were flying off the coast of Nantucket on Friday when they saw a leviathan that has been extinct for over 200 years: a gray whale.

Las Vegas’ Bellagio helps rescue yellow-billed loon from its fountain

The Bellagio in Las Vegas had to pause its fountain show, as it worked with officials to rescue a yellow-billed loon who “found comfort" in the water.

White shark breaks records with historic journey from South Carolina to Mexico

A white shark, LeeBeth, recently made a historic journey from South Carolina to Mexico, marking the furthest westward tracking of a white shark in the Gulf of Mexico.

Milwaukee County Zoo free day, crowds enjoy sunny Saturday

It was a sunny and warm March day, and many people took advantage, heading to the Milwaukee County Zoo for Family Free Day on Saturday, March 2.

March Napness: Contest underway to find the sleepiest sanctuary bear

You’ve heard of March Madness and Fat Bear Week, but are you ready for March Napness? As hibernating season comes to an end, the search is on for the sleepiest sanctuary bear.

Wisconsin deer hunting licenses, out-of-state fee increase signed

Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers signed a bill Thursday that raises the cost for bow and crossbow deer hunting licenses for out-of-state residents.

Wolves and Wisconsin: Separating fact from fiction

This is a deep dive into the common misconceptions surrounding wolves in Wisconsin, but hopefully opens up a greater dialogue to their future in the state.

Joro spiders known for giant webs poised to invade more US cities, study warns

Joro spiders have been found in new research to be even more "urban tolerant" than previously believed, setting these creatures up to invade even more U.S. cities.

Flaco, NYC's famous escapee owl, dies after colliding with building

Flaco, the Eurasian eagle-owl who escaped from Central Park Zoo and became an NYC icon, has died after colliding with an Upper West Side building.

Wisconsin hunting, fishing licenses; Assembly OKs out-of-state fee hike

The Wisconsin Assembly approved a bill that would raise a variety of hunting, fishing and trapping license fees for out-of-state residents.

Watch: Donkeys interrupt meteorologist’s report, stealing the spotlight

Ohio meteorologist Matt Willoughby's broadcast took an unexpected turn when a herd of donkeys wandered into the frame, leaving him momentarily stunned.