Swinging with the spider monkeys at Brookfield Zoo Chicago
FOX 32's Natalie Bomke heads over to Brookfield Zoo Chicago to check out their spider monkeys exhibit.
FOX 32's Natalie Bomke heads over to Brookfield Zoo Chicago to check out their spider monkeys exhibit.
Octopus latches onto 6-year-old boy, refusing to release, mother says, showing footage of the child's injuries
The marks extended up the child's arm.
The marks extended up the child's arm.
Bat in the mouth?! Woman faces huge medical bill after bizarre vacation encounter
A Massachusetts woman is stuck with a five-figure medical bill after a wild bat flew into her mouth during a vacation.
A Massachusetts woman is stuck with a five-figure medical bill after a wild bat flew into her mouth during a vacation.
Radioactive wasp nest found at former nuclear weapons site
A wasp nest found in South Carolina had radiation levels 10 times higher than what’s allowed by federal regulators.
A wasp nest found in South Carolina had radiation levels 10 times higher than what’s allowed by federal regulators.
World's rarest big cat welcomes cubs at Brookfield Zoo | ChicagoNOW
World's rarest big cat, the Amur Leopard, gives birth to two cubs at Brookfield Zoo. The zoo is celebrating the birth of two Amur leopard cubs, born on July 14, 2025, to 8-year-old Mina. With fewer than 100 Amur leopards left in the wild, the births mark a major milestone for one of the world's most endangered big cat species.
World's rarest big cat, the Amur Leopard, gives birth to two cubs at Brookfield Zoo. The zoo is celebrating the birth of two Amur leopard cubs, born on July 14, 2025, to 8-year-old Mina. With fewer than 100 Amur leopards left in the wild, the births mark a major milestone for one of the world's most endangered big cat species.
Check out Brookfield Zoo's butterfly habitat
Flutter over to Brookfield Zoo Chicago to see their butterfly habitat while you still can!
Flutter over to Brookfield Zoo Chicago to see their butterfly habitat while you still can!
Florida alligator takes woman's shoe after she provoked him: 'Serves her right'
A Florida alligator got some not-so-subtle revenge against a woman who threw her shoes at it – by taking one of them with him into the water. Watch the video in the player above.
A Florida alligator got some not-so-subtle revenge against a woman who threw her shoes at it – by taking one of them with him into the water. Watch the video in the player above.
See it: Dolphin calf reunited with mother after being freed from fishing net
The dolphin calf was first spotted entangled in the fishing net earlier this summer. And after several weeks, the young dolphin was finally freed from the line and reunited with its mother.
The dolphin calf was first spotted entangled in the fishing net earlier this summer. And after several weeks, the young dolphin was finally freed from the line and reunited with its mother.
Free fun at Elgin Zoo: New kid-friendly experiences you don?t want to miss
Looking for free, family-friendly activities in the suburbs? The Elgin Zoo has exciting new experiences your kids will love!
Looking for free, family-friendly activities in the suburbs? The Elgin Zoo has exciting new experiences your kids will love!
Watch: Seagull swoops down and steals woman's sandwich out of her hand
“This scared me and caused me to scream. Then I decided to chase after them," the woman said.
“This scared me and caused me to scream. Then I decided to chase after them," the woman said.
Tips for mosquito-proofing your fun this summer
George Balis is an entomologist and midwest regional manager at Clarke and he's here with tips on reducing mosquito bites while still enjoying time outside.
George Balis is an entomologist and midwest regional manager at Clarke and he's here with tips on reducing mosquito bites while still enjoying time outside.
Woman mauled by bear while hiking on popular Alaska trail
A woman had to be rescued from a popular hiking trail in Anchorage, Alaska after being attacked by a brown bear this week.
A woman had to be rescued from a popular hiking trail in Anchorage, Alaska after being attacked by a brown bear this week.
Chicago pushes for bird-safe buildings after thousands of bird deaths
Advocates urge the city to pass a bird-friendly building ordinance, saying simple design changes could save thousands of migratory birds each year.
Advocates urge the city to pass a bird-friendly building ordinance, saying simple design changes could save thousands of migratory birds each year.
Behind-the-scenes at Brookfield Zoo Chicago's animal hospital
FOX 32's Natalie Bomke heads over to Brookfield Zoo Chicago to learn more about their animal hospital and round-the-clock care.
FOX 32's Natalie Bomke heads over to Brookfield Zoo Chicago to learn more about their animal hospital and round-the-clock care.
Iceland volcano eruption caught on camera
A volcano erupted on Iceland's Reykjanes Peninsula, prompting evacuations in the surrounding area.
A volcano erupted on Iceland's Reykjanes Peninsula, prompting evacuations in the surrounding area.
New blue pool at Yellowstone National Park discovered after 'mildly explosive' activity
A routine temperature check at the Norris Geyser Basin in Yellowstone National Park led geologists to discover a new blue water spring.
A routine temperature check at the Norris Geyser Basin in Yellowstone National Park led geologists to discover a new blue water spring.
Emergency room visits for tick bites hits all-time high
If you spend any time outdoors this summer, ticks should be top of mind. E.R. visits for tick bites are at an all time high this summer. They can harbor some pretty nasty diseases.
If you spend any time outdoors this summer, ticks should be top of mind. E.R. visits for tick bites are at an all time high this summer. They can harbor some pretty nasty diseases.
ER visits for tick bites are at their highest level in years: Here's where
Summer is always a more visible time for tick bites because humans are outside more, but experts caution that “every season is tick season." Here's how safe your state is.
Summer is always a more visible time for tick bites because humans are outside more, but experts caution that “every season is tick season." Here's how safe your state is.
Brookfield Zoo Chicago unveils massive tropical primate habitat
Brookfield Zoo Chicago’s newest addition takes people to faraway rainforests while bringing them inches away from exciting wildlife.
Brookfield Zoo Chicago’s newest addition takes people to faraway rainforests while bringing them inches away from exciting wildlife.
Happy birthday, Moo Deng: The world's favorite pygmy hippo turns 1
Moo Deng, the world’s favorite pygmy hippo, just turned 1, and thousands of fans from across the globe traveled to Thailand to celebrate with her.
Moo Deng, the world’s favorite pygmy hippo, just turned 1, and thousands of fans from across the globe traveled to Thailand to celebrate with her.