Giant pandas returning to DC’s National Zoo

Two new giant pandas are coming to D.C.’s National Zoo from China. The Smithsonian's National Zoo made the announcement Wednesday, a little more than six months after sending its three pandas back to China. 

New book teaches kids not to be afraid of cicadas
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A cicada invasion is underway in a lot of the Chicago area and the rest is to follow. The bug is loud and quite big. Christen Jeschke's new book, "Cicadas don't bug me" helps children learn that they don't need to be afraid of bugs.

Map: These are the country's top cities for parks

Here are the top cities in America for parks, based on access, equity, acreage, investment and amenities.

Visit 'Da Bears' at Brookfield Zoo Chicago
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FOX 32's Natalie Bomke met brown bears Tim and Jess at the Brookfield Zoo Chicago. The young pair came to Brookfield as orphans from Alaska.

Rare 40-ton whale skull discovered on North Carolina beach

A massive whale skull, believed to belong to a 40-ton humpback whale, washed ashore on Hatteras Island in North Carolina, attracting significant interest from both beachgoers and marine biologists.

Are cicadas poisonous to dogs?
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No. Cicadas are not poisonous to dogs. Vet Dr. Gary Richter says your dog will be just fine if they eat a cicada or two.

Japan grappling with invasive raccoon population

Japan's raccoon infestation has gotten considerably worse over the last decade, multiple Japanese news sources are reporting.