Man chases squatting black bear from crawlspace with a paintball gun

A squatting black bear in the crawlspace of a home was 'asked' somewhat politely to please leave. But by asked -- we mean with a paintball gun.

We Energies falcon Indiana sighting, hatched this spring

A peregrine falcon chick born at a We Energies power plant in May was recently spotted in Indiana. "Iggy" was one of 11 banded chicks.

The Endangered Species Act turns 50: A reflection on its mixed legacy

The powerful law charged the federal government with saving every endangered plant and animal in America. It enjoyed nearly unanimous bipartisan support but soon became controversial.

Wisconsin Holiday Hunt, antlerless deer harvest begins Sunday

The Wisconsin DNR Holiday Hunt for antlerless deer takes place in select areas starting Sunday, Dec. 24. Here's what hunters should know.

These US national parks will require a reservation in 2024

If you’re planning on visiting a national park somewhere in the United States in 2024, be sure to check if you may require a reservation to enter. 

Glendale Kletzsch Park fish passage open to native species

A fish passage built along the Milwaukee River in Glendale's Kletzsch Park is now open to help native fish, especially those trying to breed, move upstream.

Massive skull of ancient 'sea monster' discovered in England

After investigating the remains, paleontologists learned that the pliosaur, a prehistoric monster, roamed the planet over 100 million years ago.

Massive 52-foot fin whale washes up on San Diego's Pacific Beach

“We thought it was a tarp from out in the water, but eventually we realized it was a whale and I’ve never seen anything like it," a local surfer told FOX 5 San Diego.

Milwaukee County Zoo introduces giraffe; get to know Kendi

The Milwaukee County Zoo has announced the arrival of a new giraffe, Kendi. He arrived from the Dallas Zoo in October.

Wisconsin state park, forest annual admission stickers on sale

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources recommends purchasing stickers by Friday, Dec. 8 to receive them before the holidays.