Emu causes traffic back-up, hours-long pursuit on Maryland highway
An escaped emu led Maryland state troopers on a three-hour chase, dodged multiple capture attempts, survived being struck by a vehicle and kept running.
An escaped emu led Maryland state troopers on a three-hour chase, dodged multiple capture attempts, survived being struck by a vehicle and kept running.
Here's how much it costs to own a dog or cat in 2026
If it feels like caring for your pet has gotten a lot more expensive lately, you’re not alone: the cost of dog and pet parenthood has risen 15% over the past year.
If it feels like caring for your pet has gotten a lot more expensive lately, you’re not alone: the cost of dog and pet parenthood has risen 15% over the past year.
Happy the elephant, famous for mirror recognition study, euthanized
Happy, the elephant that gave researchers new information on how they behave, has been euthanized at the age of 55.
Happy, the elephant that gave researchers new information on how they behave, has been euthanized at the age of 55.
Deadly Cocoa dog attack: Arrest made in neighbor's mauling death
A Florida woman has been arrested on a manslaughter charge after authorities said her dogs escaped repeatedly from her yard before fatally mauling a neighbor earlier this month.
A Florida woman has been arrested on a manslaughter charge after authorities said her dogs escaped repeatedly from her yard before fatally mauling a neighbor earlier this month.
WA man accused of throwing rock at monk seal pleads not guilty in Hawaii court
A Covington man accused of throwing a rock at an endangered Hawaiian monk seal pleaded not guilty in a Honolulu courtroom on Wednesday.
A Covington man accused of throwing a rock at an endangered Hawaiian monk seal pleaded not guilty in a Honolulu courtroom on Wednesday.
No kids, more dogs, and family-style platters: Welcome to the future of dining
Ditch the kids, bring the dogs. That’s the message from diners who overwhelmingly want to eat at places where they do not have to worry about children interrupting their meals.
Ditch the kids, bring the dogs. That’s the message from diners who overwhelmingly want to eat at places where they do not have to worry about children interrupting their meals.
Several sea turtle nests disturbed on the Space Coast over holiday weekend
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) received a report from the Sea Turtle Preservation Society after multiple stakes were moved from turtle nests over the weekend.
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) received a report from the Sea Turtle Preservation Society after multiple stakes were moved from turtle nests over the weekend.
Missing Florida dog rescued from 40-foot sinkhole reunites with family
A dog has been reunited with its owners after first responders rescued it from a sinkhole in Florida.
A dog has been reunited with its owners after first responders rescued it from a sinkhole in Florida.
Lightning strike kills cattle on Marion County farm, NWS says
A lightning strike killed four cows and a calf on a Marion County farm during severe thunderstorms over the weekend, according to the National Weather Service in Jacksonville and the farm owner.
A lightning strike killed four cows and a calf on a Marion County farm during severe thunderstorms over the weekend, according to the National Weather Service in Jacksonville and the farm owner.
Family visiting Central Florida says dog died after attack at Kissimmee vacation rental
What was supposed to be a relaxing Central Florida vacation ended in heartbreak for one visiting family.
What was supposed to be a relaxing Central Florida vacation ended in heartbreak for one visiting family.
3 orphaned black bear cubs receive care at Brevard Zoo
Three orphaned black bear cubs found alone in the wild by Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission's bear management team are receiving care at the Brevard Zoo.
Three orphaned black bear cubs found alone in the wild by Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission's bear management team are receiving care at the Brevard Zoo.
Raaw Energy pet food recall expanded over listeria concerns, reported illnesses
A major pet food recall has been expanded after samples collected by state regulators all tested positive for listeria.
A major pet food recall has been expanded after samples collected by state regulators all tested positive for listeria.
Dogs in deadly attack on Cocoa woman now in custody of Brevard County Animal Control
A woman died after being mauled by two dogs while walking near her Cocoa home early Tuesday, according to neighbors and local authorities.
A woman died after being mauled by two dogs while walking near her Cocoa home early Tuesday, according to neighbors and local authorities.
2 dogs found tied to dumpster at Florida rest area, troopers say
Florida Highway Patrol is asking the public for information about a woman in a red van after two dogs were found tied to a dumpster at a rest stop in Sumter County.
Florida Highway Patrol is asking the public for information about a woman in a red van after two dogs were found tied to a dumpster at a rest stop in Sumter County.
Utah firefighters help save millions of honeybees
Utah firefighters help keep millions of honeybees cool after a truck carrying hundreds of hives broke down on a highway.
Utah firefighters help keep millions of honeybees cool after a truck carrying hundreds of hives broke down on a highway.
This social media star can't walk, but she loves to drive and dance
Kiki the sheep drives her own vehicle, changes the radio station, and inspires people across the globe. She’s also certified sassy.
Kiki the sheep drives her own vehicle, changes the radio station, and inspires people across the globe. She’s also certified sassy.
Florida alligator caught on video eating smaller gator at Gatorland
Nature’s brutal side was on full display at Gatorland in Orlando when startled visitors witnessed an alligator turn a smaller peer into a midday snack a couple of months ago.
Nature’s brutal side was on full display at Gatorland in Orlando when startled visitors witnessed an alligator turn a smaller peer into a midday snack a couple of months ago.
Sanford commissioners to buy zoo tickets for students as contribution to sloth recovery
Sanford city commissioners approved the purchase of dozens of student tickets to the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Garden as a way to contribute to sloth recovery.
Sanford city commissioners approved the purchase of dozens of student tickets to the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Garden as a way to contribute to sloth recovery.
Hawaii monk seal rock thrower arrested, to appear in Seattle court
The man accused of hurling a rock at an endangered seal in Hawaii was arrested and is set to appear in U.S. District Court in Seattle.
The man accused of hurling a rock at an endangered seal in Hawaii was arrested and is set to appear in U.S. District Court in Seattle.
Cherie DeVaux on making history at Kentucky Derby: 'I could not believe that he had won'
Cherie DeVaux made history as the first woman to train a Kentucky Derby winner when her colt Golden Tempo surged from last place.
Cherie DeVaux made history as the first woman to train a Kentucky Derby winner when her colt Golden Tempo surged from last place.