Philadelphia, PA

Columbus, OH

CBS News

An Ohio zoo welcomed an adorable — and critically endangered — baby gorilla over the weekend.The newborn western lowland gorilla is mother Sue's first child, the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium said Wednesday. She's been very attentive to her baby, nuzzling and cradling the newborn. "With tiny hands and beautiful big brown eyes that melt our hearts, this baby is absolutely precious — in regard to both the cuteness factor and what the baby represents for this species' future," said Audra Meinelt, curator of the Columbus Zoo's Congo Expedition region, in a statement.Zoo workers have decided to wait before determining if the...

Critically endangered gorilla born at Ohio zoo

Saint Louis, MO

New York Post

These babies are paw-sitively adorable.

The St. Louis Zoo welcomed four American red wolf pups this spring — marking a significant population boost for the world’s most endangered wolf species.

A female named Otter was born April 26, followed just eight days later by triplets Molly, Finn and Obi, the Missouri zoo announced this week.

“When you consider how few red wolves remain, each birth is an achievement,” Sabarras George, Director of the Saint Louis Zoo WildCare Park, said in a statement.

“I am incredibly proud of the team who have worked for years to reach this milestone.”



List of threatened species grows by 1,000,...

Endangered wolf species pups born at St. Louis Zoo, marking significant milestone

On July 6, 2020, 58-year-old Mary Kay Letourneau died of colon cancer — with her former student and husband Vili Fualaau by her side. When Mary Kay Letourneau died in 2020, most headlines eulogized her in the same way: as a teacher who raped and later married her former student. Indeed, Letourneau is best known for her relationship with Vili Fualaau, which started in 1996 when she was 34 and he was 12.

The Death Of Mary Kay Letourneau, The Teacher Who Raped Her Sixth-Grade Student — And Later Married Him

Chicago, IL

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Foodie in Chicago

Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

Hawaii State

A-Z-Animals

Coyotes are intelligent animals that have adapted to their environment by hunting and consuming a wide range of animals and food in human-inhabited areas. But while they may be fierce predators and can run up to 40 miles per hour, that doesn’t make them immune to being on the menu for other predators. Read on to […]

Coyote Predators: What Eats Coyotes?

Some of the zoos in the United States have earned worldwide acclaim. Who doesn't go to San Diego without stopping at the zoological park? Or, when in Southwestern Ohio, take time for a sojourn to the Cincinnati Zoo? The extensive, carefully designed facilities pull in crowds year-round — the San Diego Zoo regularly welcomes more than four million visitors per annum — wowing audiences with a wide array of animals. However, some of the bigger zoos, despite their stature and following, can overwhelm guests.

Little Zoos In America That Are Extremely Underrated, According To Visitors

Wisconsin State

Shullsburg, WI

Let me introduce you to a drive where the laws of physics seem to take a backseat. There’s a mysterious road in Shullsburg, Wisconsin, where the impossible becomes your everyday reality. Gravity Hill, as it’s known, defies what your science teacher always told you about how the world works....

This Mysterious Road In Wisconsin Is One Of The Most Bizarre Places In The Midwest

Kentucky State

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Florence, KY

Northern Kentucky Tribune

Four people were killed and three others injured in a mass shooting in Northern Kentucky where the suspected shooter led police on chase before turning the gun on himself. Police responded to a call just before 3 a.m. on Saturday morning for an active shooting situation at a home in Florence.

Four dead, three injured in birthday party shooting; suspected shooter dead after chase

New Jersey State

Morristown Minute

NEW JERSEY - Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the Division of Consumer Affairs announced today that Walmart has agreed to pay $1.64 million to settle allegations of unlawful unit pricing practices across its 64 New Jersey retail stores. The settlement, which includes a $1.61 million civil penalty, marks the largest ever obtained by the Division’s Office of Weights and Measures (OWM).

Walmart Pays $1.64M Settlement for Unlawful Pricing in NJ

LiveScience

Panda ants are actually wasps masquerading as an adorable ant, with black and white females possessing stingers half as long as their entire bodies.

Panda ant: The wasps whose black and white females have giant stingers and parasitic babies

Denver, CO

David Heitz

A dangerous drug that is being mixed into fentanyl is causing those who inject it to develop a rash of sores that resembles a case of flesh-eating bacteria. People experiencing homelessness around Denver can sometimes be seen with these bloody, weeping wounds. I recently mentioned this phenomenon to a fentanyl user who told me about the xylazine connection.

Denver homeless people suffer sores as xylazine enters fentanyl supply

San Diego, CA

USA TODAY

Winston, one of the oldest gorillas in the world, died after experiencing multiple health problems, officials announced. He was 52.

Winston, iconic gorilla among the oldest in the world, dies at San Diego Zoo Safari Park

Mastodon and woolly mammoth sound like the names of gigantic beasts. But they weren’t dinosaur-sized. Instead, mastodons and mammoths were closer to the size of ordinary elephants. Their shared size made it easier to survive harsh, cold environments. But the way they chose to survive was very different. Read on as we unveil the differences […]

Woolly Mammoth vs Mastodon: What are the Key Differences?

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Emily Standley Allard

Marriage is a significant life decision that requires extreme commitment, understanding, devotion and a heck of a lot of compromise. While many people dream of a lifelong partnership, others find the concept of marriage challenging. Astrology offers insights into personality traits and behaviors, suggesting that certain zodiac signs might face more difficulties in maintaining a traditional marital relationship. This article explores the five zodiac signs that are often considered less suited for marriage due to their unique characteristics and tendencies when it comes to lifelong commitment.

The 5 Zodiac Signs Not Meant for Matrimony

Missouri State

Fulton, MO

CJ Coombs

Bringing them home: for 40 years, the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) has been helping to locate missing children. Since July 1, 2024, according to the NCMEC, 15 children have been reported missing in the U.S. Not included in that number are those who have been missing in Missouri since June 2024.

Seven teenagers have been missing in Missouri since June 2024

Total Apex Sports & Entertainment

How can Astrology tell you about your worst friends? Astrology is the concept of using the placement of the planets and their related astrological signs, or the Signs of the Zodiac, to determine the course of a life. These placements based on your birth date, time, and location can give you a wealth of information about your personality traits and character and predict events throughout your life based on your sign and current placements. Of course, this is a quick overview, and doing actual natal charts and horoscopes is much more complicated. But now you have a basic idea of what astrology is.

5 Zodiac Signs That Could Be Your Worst Friend

New York City, NY

Newport, RI

Visitors will be able to get close to — and even touch — 100 life-size sculptures of Indian elephants which are beginning a cross-country journey. The Great Elephant Migration traveling art exhibition aims to spread awareness about conservation efforts. The herd consists of replicas of real-life elephants personally...

100 elephants are moving across the U.S. — a herd of life-size replicas

Illinois State

Every year, new laws that were passed the prior year go into effect on July 1. In 2024, a number of new laws will begin this Monday. Among them include higher wages for tipped employees, a gas tax increase, and driver's licenses for undocumented immigrants.

New Laws July 1: Driver's Licenses for Undocumented Migrants, Raises for Tipped Workers, and More

The global economic collapse is adversely affecting relationships. Some zodiac signs are struggling to pick partners who will stand by them when they are financially unstable. The zodiac greatly affects people’s character. However, it isn’t the only thing you should consider when choosing a lover. Select someone who is understanding and you are compatible. This might be time-consuming but it is worth it. Which reliable zodiac signs are ideal to start a long-term relationship with?

4 Zodiac Signs Who Always Stand Up For Their Partner

Alameda, CA

Alameda Post

It’s kitten season, and FAAS is filled with fabulous baby felines! Some of these soft, sweet, adorable creatures are ready for forever homes, and many others are in need of foster homes.

Kitten Season at the Alameda Animal Shelter

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Critically endangered orangutan born at Philadelphia Zoo in huge milestone

PHILADELPHIA - The Philadelphia Zoo has recently welcomed a brand-new bundle of joy, and they couldn't be more excited. \"Amazing news to share… We are over...

PHILADELPHIA - The Philadelphia Zoo has recently welcomed a brand-new bundle of joy, and they couldn't be more excited. "Amazing news to share… We are over...

Critically endangered orangutan born at Philadelphia Zoo in huge milestone

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