Watch: Michigan woman rescues raccoon stuck inside dumpster

The woman attempted using a metal trashcan and a cardboard box to get the raccoon out, but neither option worked.

Chicago's first snowfall causes chaos and a lion's delight

Chicago’s first snowfall of the season brought flight cancellations, traffic snarls and plenty of winter woes — but one Lincoln Park Zoo lion seemed to love it.

2nd escaped monkey killed as search continues after Mississippi crash

Authorities in Mississippi say a second escaped monkey has been shot and killed following a truck crash that released several primates along Interstate 59 near Heidelberg.

Tom Brady used Texas-based company to help clone his dog

Former NFL quarterback Tom Brady revealed his dog, Junie, is actually a clone of his former pet thanks to a Texas-based biotech company.

PAWS Chicago shares Halloween pet safety tips & adorable adoptions | ChicagoNOW
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ChicagoNOW teams up with PAWS Chicago to talk Halloween pet safety — from keeping furry friends calm during trick-or-treating to avoiding candy hazards and costume mishaps. Plus, meet sisters Abigail and Adeline, two playful pups looking for their forever homes and stealing hearts in their Halloween outfits!

3 monkeys still missing after truck crashes in Mississippi

A truck carrying 21 Rhesus macaques crashed on Interstate 59 in Mississippi, leading to several monkeys escaping and three remaining missing.

Spooked monkey at Spirit Halloween swings from rafters

Shoppers at a Spirit Halloween store in Texas were shocked to see a live monkey wearing a diaper swinging from the rafters.

Why chocolate is toxic for dogs; vets urge caution during Halloween

Veterinarians warn dog owners: even small amounts of chocolate can be deadly for pets this Halloween. Here’s why and which types are most toxic.

McHenry firefighters save horse stuck in muddy pond | ChicagoLIVE
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When a horse got stuck 20 feet off shore in a muddy pond, McHenry Township firefighters jumped into action — literally. Deputy Chief Karen Bush and Battalion Chief Dave Harwood tell ChicagoLIVE how teamwork, quick thinking, and a little farm know-how helped bring the animal safely back to land.

Fire crews save horse trapped in mud at McHenry farm

Fire crews rescued a horse that became stuck in a pond Tuesday afternoon at Hickory Creek Farm.

FDA issues recall of several brands of pet food due to salmonella risk

Pet food company Foodynamics is voluntarily recalling several brands of its dog and cat products due to possible salmonella contamination.

Squirrel chase leaves husky stranded high up a tree

In a surprising rescue in northern Indiana, a husky named Aurora gave her family and neighbors quite a scare after she climbed high into a tree while chasing a squirrel.

Criminal charges against man accused of abandoning Trooper the dog during Hurricane Milton dropped

Criminal charges against the suspect who was accused of abandoning Troopers the dog along I-75 during Hurricane Milton evacuations were dropped by the Hillsborough State Attorney's Office. 

Helpless dog left tied to fence during nor’easter

A dog was left in the pouring rain chained to a fence in southern Connecticut, as a nor'easter brought heavy rain and gusty winds to the area earlier this week.