Over 130 cats found in U-Haul van in disturbing California animal cruelty case
More than 130 cats—many malnourished, and some already dead—were discovered crammed inside a sweltering U-Haul van.
More than 130 cats—many malnourished, and some already dead—were discovered crammed inside a sweltering U-Haul van.
Chicago man charged with shooting 2 teens, 1 fatally, accused of shooting 2 dogs in 2023
The man charged with the shooting of two teens, one fatally, at Douglass Park last week was also accused of shooting two dogs back in 2023.
The man charged with the shooting of two teens, one fatally, at Douglass Park last week was also accused of shooting two dogs back in 2023.
Shedd Aquarium's newest rescued sea otter gets a name
The Shedd Aquarium's newest rescued sea otter now has a name!
The Shedd Aquarium's newest rescued sea otter now has a name!
Watch: Bear's hilarious attempt to pry open a trash can
The bear tips the can, rotates it, pushes it, and climbs on top of it in a desperate - yet entertaining - attempt to get it open.
The bear tips the can, rotates it, pushes it, and climbs on top of it in a desperate - yet entertaining - attempt to get it open.
Brookfield Zoo helping endangered dragonfly species with crayfish burrows
One of the most rare and endangered dragonflies in Illinois is getting a lifeline at the Brookfield Zoo, which is among several local institutions raising another species of animal that could help the dragonfly survive.
One of the most rare and endangered dragonflies in Illinois is getting a lifeline at the Brookfield Zoo, which is among several local institutions raising another species of animal that could help the dragonfly survive.
California firefighters rescue 8 puppies from blaze
Firefighters found "eight little pups" hiding in a den as they extinguished a brush fire in Southern California this week.
Firefighters found "eight little pups" hiding in a den as they extinguished a brush fire in Southern California this week.
Boy, 15, charged with killing two animals in Chicago yard
A 15-year-old boy was charged after allegedly killing two animals in a Chicago yard last month on the Northwest Side.
A 15-year-old boy was charged after allegedly killing two animals in a Chicago yard last month on the Northwest Side.
Lincoln Park Zoo welcomes new herd of alpacas: PHOTOS
A fluffy new crew has arrived at Lincoln Park Zoo—meet the six alpacas now calling Chicago home!
A fluffy new crew has arrived at Lincoln Park Zoo—meet the six alpacas now calling Chicago home!
101 dogs saved from puppy mill, and no they're not dalmatians
Some of the breeds of the rescued dogs included Pomeranians, Yorkshire terriers and “doodle" mixes.
Some of the breeds of the rescued dogs included Pomeranians, Yorkshire terriers and “doodle" mixes.
Brookfield Zoo Chicago's newborn dolphin dies suddenly just days after birth
Brookfield Zoo is mourning the sudden loss of a baby dolphin born just days ago.
Brookfield Zoo is mourning the sudden loss of a baby dolphin born just days ago.
Yellowstone tourist gored after approaching bison, rangers say
It's the second time a person has been injured by a bison in Yellowstone National Park this year.
It's the second time a person has been injured by a bison in Yellowstone National Park this year.
Horses die in McHenry County barn fire
A barn fire in McHenry County left six horses dead and the structure a total loss late Sunday night.
A barn fire in McHenry County left six horses dead and the structure a total loss late Sunday night.
Watch: Runaway pet zebra airlifted after great escape in Tennessee
Ed the pet zebra made quite a splash in his new town, running away a day after his arrival. Video shows him being airlifted by helicopter after he was found Sunday.
Ed the pet zebra made quite a splash in his new town, running away a day after his arrival. Video shows him being airlifted by helicopter after he was found Sunday.
Bottlenose dolphin calf born at Brookfield Zoo for first time in over a decade
Brookfield Zoo Chicago welcomed a new member to its family early Saturday morning with the birth of a bottlenose dolphin calf.
Brookfield Zoo Chicago welcomed a new member to its family early Saturday morning with the birth of a bottlenose dolphin calf.
Watch: Deer trashes Iowa hair salon after breaking through window
Video shows a Keokuk police officer responding to a call for a burglary - only the culprit was a deer who was desperately seeking an exit.
Video shows a Keokuk police officer responding to a call for a burglary - only the culprit was a deer who was desperately seeking an exit.
Pets can ease isolation and boost well-being in aging adults, experts say
Growing older can come with challenges ? including increased loneliness. But experts say pets can make a big difference. From offering emotional support to encouraging physical activity, furry companions are proving to be powerful allies for seniors. Chanley Painter has the story.
Growing older can come with challenges ? including increased loneliness. But experts say pets can make a big difference. From offering emotional support to encouraging physical activity, furry companions are proving to be powerful allies for seniors. Chanley Painter has the story.
'She knew to save me': Alaska woman says dog died protecting her from moose attack
An Alaska woman is grieving the loss of her 15-year-old dog, Daisy, who died protecting her during a violent moose attack.
An Alaska woman is grieving the loss of her 15-year-old dog, Daisy, who died protecting her during a violent moose attack.
Brookfield Zoo Chicago helps save endangered toad thanks to Bad Bunny
Brookfield Zoo Chicago said it's making progress saving a critically endangered species of toad thanks to Puerto Rican star Bad Bunny.
Brookfield Zoo Chicago said it's making progress saving a critically endangered species of toad thanks to Puerto Rican star Bad Bunny.
PAWS Chicago hosts 28th annual Angels with Tails
As part of PAWS Chicago's 28th annual Angels with Tails event, 40 storefronts along Oak Street, Rush Street, Delaware Place, and Michigan Avenue across the Gold Coast hosted nearly 100 homeless pets waiting to be adopted.
As part of PAWS Chicago's 28th annual Angels with Tails event, 40 storefronts along Oak Street, Rush Street, Delaware Place, and Michigan Avenue across the Gold Coast hosted nearly 100 homeless pets waiting to be adopted.
Hundreds gather for the 79th Annual La Grange Pet Parade
If every dog has its day, Saturday was the day for hundreds of furry friends in the western suburbs as the annual La Grange Pet Parade took over Main Street.
If every dog has its day, Saturday was the day for hundreds of furry friends in the western suburbs as the annual La Grange Pet Parade took over Main Street.