How to keep your kids and pets safe during a heatwave
As temperatures continue to rise, officials are reminding people of the dangers of leaving kids and pets in hot cars.
As temperatures continue to rise, officials are reminding people of the dangers of leaving kids and pets in hot cars.
Fox that bit 9 people around Capitol Hill tests positive for rabies; 3 kits euthanized
The wild fox that bit nine people, including a congressman and a reporter on Capitol Hill, has tested positive for rabies.
The wild fox that bit nine people, including a congressman and a reporter on Capitol Hill, has tested positive for rabies.
Mystery as dozens of dead sea lions wash up on the coast between Newport and Laguna Beach
More than 20 dead sea lions have washed up on Orange County beaches as of last week. Experts are having a tough time figuring out why.
More than 20 dead sea lions have washed up on Orange County beaches as of last week. Experts are having a tough time figuring out why.
Dogs’ faces evolved to improve human connection, study shows
Scientists believe man’s best friend developed those caring, “puppy-dog eyes” over time as a way to communicate and show empathy.
Scientists believe man’s best friend developed those caring, “puppy-dog eyes” over time as a way to communicate and show empathy.
Help needed: Ukrainian zoo continues evacuations after shelling amid Russian invasion
Feldman Ecopark appears to be continuing evacuation efforts and has asked for donations that will not only help rescue the animals and find temporary homes and care but assist in humanitarian efforts as well.
Feldman Ecopark appears to be continuing evacuation efforts and has asked for donations that will not only help rescue the animals and find temporary homes and care but assist in humanitarian efforts as well.
Invasive ‘jumping worms’ spreading across US
The Canandaigua Lake Watershed Association said that the worms are spreading through the transfer of mulch, compost, leaf litter and plants.
The Canandaigua Lake Watershed Association said that the worms are spreading through the transfer of mulch, compost, leaf litter and plants.
Grunion run ashore along Cabrillo Beach: What to know about the 2022 spawn season
Every year, thousands of grunion run ashore along the beaches of Southern California to lay their eggs in one of the more unique spawning rituals.
Every year, thousands of grunion run ashore along the beaches of Southern California to lay their eggs in one of the more unique spawning rituals.
Woman warns pet owners after dog gets bitten by rattlesnake
A woman is warning pet owners after her dog was bitten by a rattlesnake in her own backyard, causing her pup to need emergency veterinarian care to save its life.
A woman is warning pet owners after her dog was bitten by a rattlesnake in her own backyard, causing her pup to need emergency veterinarian care to save its life.
Veterans with PTSD can now train service dogs as part of new program
The Department of Veterans Affairs is launching a program for veterans experiencing PTSD to train service dogs at five VA facilities across the country.
The Department of Veterans Affairs is launching a program for veterans experiencing PTSD to train service dogs at five VA facilities across the country.
Great white shark killed California bodyboarder on Christmas
Tomas Abraham Butterfield, 42, was bitten in the head, chest and shoulder in the Morro Bay attack and died from “complications of multiple penetrating blunt force traumatic injuries,” according to a coroner’s report.
Tomas Abraham Butterfield, 42, was bitten in the head, chest and shoulder in the Morro Bay attack and died from “complications of multiple penetrating blunt force traumatic injuries,” according to a coroner’s report.
John Travolta adopts dog Jamie Lee Curtis featured during Betty White Oscars tribute
Mac N Cheese has found a new home with the Travolta family, one day after Jamie Lee Curtis featured her during the Oscars ceremony.
Mac N Cheese has found a new home with the Travolta family, one day after Jamie Lee Curtis featured her during the Oscars ceremony.
Invasive acid-spewing crazy ants population control possible with fungus, scientists say
The tawny crazy ant creates a formic acid as venom to protect itself from other ant species. The insects are able to spew the acid from their abdomen but are not poisonous, scientists said.
The tawny crazy ant creates a formic acid as venom to protect itself from other ant species. The insects are able to spew the acid from their abdomen but are not poisonous, scientists said.
No dog left behind: Retired military K-9 with collapsed spinal cord gets new lease on life
When a K-9 who once helped the military find explosives and missing people became paralyzed, a former Sarasota County deputy stepped in to help the dog roll into his retirement years.
When a K-9 who once helped the military find explosives and missing people became paralyzed, a former Sarasota County deputy stepped in to help the dog roll into his retirement years.
California groundbreaking set for largest wildlife crossing over 101 freeway
Groundbreaking is set for next month on what’s billed as the world’s largest wildlife crossing — a bridge over a major Southern California highway that will provide more room to roam for mountain lions and other animals hemmed in by urban sprawl.
Groundbreaking is set for next month on what’s billed as the world’s largest wildlife crossing — a bridge over a major Southern California highway that will provide more room to roam for mountain lions and other animals hemmed in by urban sprawl.
Dead birds washing up along the shores of Southern California
Bird experts say these seabirds are suffering from a parasite affecting the population from Santa Barbara down to Orange County.
Bird experts say these seabirds are suffering from a parasite affecting the population from Santa Barbara down to Orange County.
California man charged with smuggling 1,700 reptiles from Mexico, Hong Kong
A Southern California man is accused of smuggling more than 1,700 reptiles — including baby crocodiles and Mexican beaded lizards — into the U.S. since 2016, authorities said Thursday.
A Southern California man is accused of smuggling more than 1,700 reptiles — including baby crocodiles and Mexican beaded lizards — into the U.S. since 2016, authorities said Thursday.
7-year-old boy pens sweet letters for future adopters of his foster dog
Roman Duncan, 7, wrote a series of letters to Maggie’s "new famuley" [sic] — the one that would eventually adopt the pup Roman and his parents were fostering. Roman wrote, "Maggie is so cute. Maggie loves to play fech [sic] … Maggie is the best dog ever."
Roman Duncan, 7, wrote a series of letters to Maggie’s "new famuley" [sic] — the one that would eventually adopt the pup Roman and his parents were fostering. Roman wrote, "Maggie is so cute. Maggie loves to play fech [sic] … Maggie is the best dog ever."
VIDEO: Mountain lion runs around busy shopping plaza in Irvine
Irvine Police had what they called a "purr-ty scary situation" earlier this week, as a mountain lion led officers on a chase through a local shopping center.
Irvine Police had what they called a "purr-ty scary situation" earlier this week, as a mountain lion led officers on a chase through a local shopping center.
National Puppy Day: Top dog names, adopted breeds by state
In honor of National Puppy Day, Top Data has revealed the top names and adopted breeds by state.
In honor of National Puppy Day, Top Data has revealed the top names and adopted breeds by state.
Mountain lion struck and killed on PCH in Malibu
A mountain lion has died after it was struck by a vehicle in Malibu on Wednesday morning, officials said.
A mountain lion has died after it was struck by a vehicle in Malibu on Wednesday morning, officials said.