Iowa State

Pleasant Hill, IA

Anchorage, AK

Fox Weather

A man in Alaska was hospitalized after accidentally shooting himself in the leg while trying to protect himself from a brown bear.

Watch: Man mauled by bear calmly takes to camera after shooting himself while stopping attack

North Carolina State

Boone, NC

The hellbender is a large, aquatic salamander that favors clean, cool water. These animals spend most of their time under rocks. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service estimates that the population has dropped by about 70% since the 1970s.

'Bizarre-looking' creature getting a helping hand from North Carolina conservationists

A Utah man is recounting his harrowing rescue where extreme flooding left him and dozens of hikers stranded inside Grand Canyon National Park.

Hiker recounts nightmare rescue from Havasu Falls flooding in Grand Canyon National Park

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Herbie J Pilato

It's been eight years since former TV child star Sawyer Sweeten, best known from Everybody Loves Raymond, died tragically by suicide at only 19 years old. Sawyer Sweeten, his twin brother Sullivan Sweeten, and their older sister Madylin, played Ray Romano's TV children on Everybody Loves Raymond, the Emmy-winning sitcom that originally aired on CBS 1996 to 2005.

The Tragic Suicide of Former TV Child Star Sawyer Sweeten ('Everybody Loves Raymond'): 9 Years Later

Distractify

Forty percent of all Americans have had beef with a neighbor at some point in their lives. While the majority of these squabbles don't escalate to full blown murder-suicides, they at the very least make things awkward and frustrating every time you see your ops.TikToker Juniper Pearl (@my_socalled_life) posted a viral clip where she details how her neighbor should've been a bit more proactive in trying to squash their beef.At the start of the clip, Juniper immediately begins to delve into the gripe that she has with her neighbor. And it has to do with a fence "coming down" the...

"Condescending" Neighbor Tries to Move in on Woman's Lawn — and It Hilariously Backfires

It's no surprise that some people choose to live by a lake. Having easy access to a place that is naturally stunning, presents an opportunity to enjoy watersports, and offers nearly unmatched levels of peace and quiet is understandably desirable. However, that doesn't mean you get to control the surrounding...

Investigation opened after community discovers century-old trees illegally cut for beachside view: 'This is abhorrent'

Coffee County, GA

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Last week, two individuals from Coffee County were charged with trafficking methamphetamine following a search at a residence on Willacoochee Highway. On August 13, detectives with the Coffee County Drug Unit conducted an operation involving Charles Black, which led to a search of his residence on Willacoochee Highway. According to the report, Black left his residence before the warrant was served and was subsequently detained.

Two Charged with Trafficking Methamphetamine After Search in Coffee County

Los Angeles County, CA

It's been two decades since beloved actor Brian Kelly died of pneumonia at 73 in 2005. Best known as Porter Ricks in the classic TV family show Flipper(NBC, 1964-1967), Kelly had once suffered a paralyzing motorcycle accident that ended his acting career. However, he rechanneld his creative talent and became a producer. This is his story.

The Paralyzing Accident & Tragic Death of TV's 'Flipper' Father Brian Kelly: Two Decades Later

The US Sun

A WOMAN has been left outraged after a "sly" neighbour tried to kill her tree by drilling a hole in it - in a row over leaves. She claims the large tree in the back garden of her council property doesn't encroach into the neighbour's garden. Instead, she has faced...

My ‘sly’ neighbour tried to kill my tree – it doesn’t even reach over to his garden, I’m fuming

South Carolina State

Golden Glitter

If you find a dead animal in your yard in South Carolina, it’s important to handle the situation carefully to protect your health and the environment. Here’s what you should do:

What to Do When You Discover a Dead Animal in Your Yard in South Carolina

Late summer and early fall are the prime times to plant grass seed. The lawn may be a little worn from summer fun or heat, moisture, pest, or disease issues that take their toll. You may be ready to reimagine the turf, reshaping and refreshing existing zones. Whether filling in...

When and How to Plant Grass Seed

A-Z-Animals

The axis deer, Axis axis, is a regal-looking animal. It has shiny, golden-brown or golden-red fur across its body and legs as well as a broad white patch that runs down its throat. It is similar in size to an adult whitetail deer but exhibits permanent white speckles across its body that give it the […]

Meet the Axis Deer – The Invasive Species Now Roaming the U.S.

Michigan State

A Michigan homeowner has been left heartbroken after discovering that their neighbor cut down nearly 200 trees on their property. The devastated homeowner has turned to Reddit for help after finding themselves in a potential legal battle over the torn-down greenery. In a viral post to the r/TreeLaw subreddit with...

Homeowner distressed after trespassing neighbor bulldozes nearly 200 trees: 'We are heartbroken'

Massachusetts State

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Dianna Carney

Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, has recently introduced a tiny six-pound dog named Alistair who is looking for his forever home. At only one year old, this little boy is a sweet dog who is thought to be a Maltese, "but we can’t make any guarantees that he would be suitable for those with allergies," explains the nonprofit animal rescue.

Meet The Tiny 6lb Dog Looking For Love

Illinois State

Olney, IL

In the heartland of Illinois, a quaint little town boasts a unique claim to fame that might just surprise you. Olney, often overlooked by travelers, is home to a thriving population of rare white squirrels. These critters aren’t just an oddity—they’re the unofficial mascots of the town and a source...

This Tiny Town In Illinois Has More White Squirrels Than Anywhere Else In The World

Living together in massive colonies of anywhere between a few dozen individuals and a few million, ants make foraging a truly collective effort. If there’s even a small morsel of food nearby, they will find it and exploit it. Ants are native to almost every ecosystem on the planet outside of Antarctica. There are more […]

What Do Ants Eat?

Maine State

Sagadahoc County, ME

Lewiston, ME

The Maine Monitor

Editor’s note: This story contains references to suicide. When a bill to strengthen Maine’s yellow flag law went into effect earlier this month, Sagadahoc County Sheriff Joel Merry said he felt a sense of relief.

Law enforcement officers can now get a warrant to take someone into protective custody

Videos of poachers shooting storks using modern weaponry have also appeared on TikTok, suggesting social media is driving some of these illegal hunting activities. People these days will go to extreme lengths to get likes on social media, but one disturbing TikTok trend is causing devastation to bird populations — and it's illegal.

Disturbing TikTok trend recording illegal hunting practices stirs outrage among activists: 'They massacre birds for likes'

Georgia State

Winder, GA

A 50-year-old former jailer has been charged by the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) with cruelty to inmates and violation of oath of office. On Sunday, July 21, the Barrow County Sheriff’s Office requested the GBI to investigate an incident involving one of their jailers, Lolita Lightner of Winder, Georgia.

Former Jailer at Georgia County Jail Arrested

Wyoming State

WyoFile

Don Hall is an avid snowmobiler, but instead of heading for the hills each winter in search of deep powder, he takes an older snowmachine to lower elevations nearer the snow line. There’s a reason the Riverton resident prefers the lower zones despite the rocks, fences and sage most riders avoid: That’s where the coyotes are.

Wyoming allows snowmobilers to run down wildlife. Despite global outrage, it may stay legal.

Des Moines, IA

Altoona, IA

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'Aggressive' water buffalo captured in Iowa after dayslong search, police say

Authorities are investigating a water buffalo's escape after the large bovid spent three days on the lam in a small Iowa...

'Aggressive' water buffalo captured in Iowa after dayslong search, police say

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