Big Bear bald eagle Jackie shows signs of improvement, still facing critical recovery

Beloved Big Bear Lake bald eagle Jackie remains in critical condition following a life-saving blood transfusion, with specialists ruling out lead and foreign objects as care continues.

Bear dies after getting stranded on utility pole in New Mexico

A New Mexico community was in for an unusual sight this week when travelers spotted a bear stranded on top of a utility pole.

There are now more ‘mosquito disease days’ in 95% of major US cities: See the map

Climate change is lengthening mosquito season across much of the U.S., giving disease-carrying mosquitoes more time to spread illnesses. A new analysis reveals which cities are seeing the biggest increases.

99 pounds of lizard parts, raw meat, and plants from Thailand seized at Los Angeles port

U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers at a Los Angeles port of entry intercepted 99 pounds of illicit meat, plants, and Bengal monitor lizard parts after detection dog K9 Maisy alerted them to a suitcase from Thailand.

Big Bear's beloved bald eagle Jackie in 'critical condition' at rehab center

Big Bear bald eagle Jackie remains in critical condition at Ojai Raptor Center suffering from anemia and kidney inflammation following a territorial defense.

Trump calls for investigation into manual used in climate change cases

President Donald Trump has called for a formal review of a federal reference manual, alleging the updated text relies on "false science" regarding climate change, and claiming that it contains "discredited" information.

Divers discover ancient Bronze Age sword off the coast of England

A British archaeological team recently announced the discovery of a rare Bronze Age sword during a dive off England's south west coast, shedding new light on the region's ancient maritime history.

13-foot alligator attacked, killed Florida woman, DNA test confirms: FWC

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) said laboratory testing has confirmed that DNA from 31-year-old Brittany Clark matched a 13-foot alligator captured after the deadly attack on the Econlockhatchee River last month.

Prominent American scientist shot dead in the Philippines

Distinguished U.S. marine biologist Kent Carpenter, 73, was fatally shot by three masked intruders at his home in the central Philippines. The deadly attack happened just two months before Carpenter was set to retire.

Frontier Airlines to add Starlink high-speed Wi-Fi on flights

Frontier Airlines announced Tuesday that it plans to introduce high-speed inflight internet powered by SpaceX's Starlink beginning in early 2027, marking a major upgrade for the ultra-low-cost carrier as it continues investing in new amenities aimed at attracting travelers.

Tyrannosaurus rex fossil sells for record $50 million at auction

A Tyrannosaurus Rex skeleton known as Gus set a record for the most expensive fossil ever sold at an auction for $50 million at an auction Wednesday. 

6 arrested at Santa Monica Pier in spiny lobster poaching crackdown

Six suspects were arrested at the Santa Monica Pier after California wildlife officials used specialized K9s to uncover an illegal spiny lobster poaching operation.