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!
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.
Photos show possible treasure from 300-year-old 'holy grail' of shipwrecks off Colombia
The study said the evidence from the coins supports the identification of the wreck as the San José Galleon, which sank in 1708.
The study said the evidence from the coins supports the identification of the wreck as the San José Galleon, which sank in 1708.
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.
Under the sea! Check out the octopus exhibit at Brookfield Zoo Chicago
Brookfield Zoo Chicago gave us a peek into their octopus exhibit!
Brookfield Zoo Chicago gave us a peek into their octopus exhibit!
Pentagon planted UFO myths to hide secret weapons programs, report finds
A Department of Defense review reveals the U.S. military used fake UFO stories to hide top-secret weapons programs, including a deliberate hoax near Area 51 to protect stealth aircraft testing.
A Department of Defense review reveals the U.S. military used fake UFO stories to hide top-secret weapons programs, including a deliberate hoax near Area 51 to protect stealth aircraft testing.
June’s Strawberry Moon ushers in best time of year to view the Moon
As summer approaches, the Moon will appear lower along the horizon, making it easier to enjoy on evening walks. The Canadian wildfire smoke might also enhance the color.
As summer approaches, the Moon will appear lower along the horizon, making it easier to enjoy on evening walks. The Canadian wildfire smoke might also enhance the color.
West Nile virus detected in DuPage County mosquitoes
Mosquitoes in DuPage County tested positive for West Nile virus last month, health officials announced Thursday.
Mosquitoes in DuPage County tested positive for West Nile virus last month, health officials announced Thursday.
Do you attract an abnormal amount of mosquitos? Here's why
As it gets hotter outside, swarms of mosquitos are set on putting a damper on this season's fun in the sun. While insect experts say there's certain factors that could make you a prime target, there's strategies to help keep yourself from becoming a bug buffet.
As it gets hotter outside, swarms of mosquitos are set on putting a damper on this season's fun in the sun. While insect experts say there's certain factors that could make you a prime target, there's strategies to help keep yourself from becoming a bug buffet.
'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 educates visitors on endangered prairie chickens, conservation efforts
We're learning about the nearly extinct prairie chickens and how you can help them out at Brookfield Zoo Chicago.
We're learning about the nearly extinct prairie chickens and how you can help them out at Brookfield Zoo Chicago.
Study finds 45% spike in marijuana use by boomers
A new study finds marijuana use among adults 65 and older rose 45% between 2021 and 2023, with sharp increases among those with chronic conditions and higher incomes.
A new study finds marijuana use among adults 65 and older rose 45% between 2021 and 2023, with sharp increases among those with chronic conditions and higher incomes.
Goodyear Blimp turns 100 with unique triple-blimp celebration
As anyone who grew up in Akron can tell you, it's a special day when you see the Goodyear Blimp. This week, as part of the anniversary celebration, fans have a unique chance to see three.
As anyone who grew up in Akron can tell you, it's a special day when you see the Goodyear Blimp. This week, as part of the anniversary celebration, fans have a unique chance to see three.
Aurora borealis could be seen as far South as Alabama tonight: What to know
The Midwest, Mid-Atlantic, West Coast and even the deep South could be in for an aurora borealis treat Sunday night.
The Midwest, Mid-Atlantic, West Coast and even the deep South could be in for an aurora borealis treat Sunday night.
Elon Musk unveils SpaceX's latest plans for colonizing Mars
Elon Musk outlined SpaceX’s plans for flights to Mars, along with his long-term vision to establish a permanent city on the red planet.
Elon Musk outlined SpaceX’s plans for flights to Mars, along with his long-term vision to establish a permanent city on the red planet.
Bear crashes through Kentucky home's ceiling after climbing into attic
A family in Kentucky received an unusual wake-up call last week after a bear came crashing through the ceiling of their home and landed inside the kitchen.
A family in Kentucky received an unusual wake-up call last week after a bear came crashing through the ceiling of their home and landed inside the kitchen.
Here’s what to watch for in the early-summer night skies
While several meteor showers happen in June, most activity is not visible from Earth. Two of the more notable events are the Bootids and the Arietids.
While several meteor showers happen in June, most activity is not visible from Earth. Two of the more notable events are the Bootids and the Arietids.
Tailless alligator seen waddling across road in Southern Louisiana
A tailless alligator was seen slowly waddling across a road in southern Louisiana on Monday, May 19, as onlookers watched in disbelief, footage shows.
A tailless alligator was seen slowly waddling across a road in southern Louisiana on Monday, May 19, as onlookers watched in disbelief, footage shows.
SpaceX given federal approval to resume Starship megarocket test launch after spectacular explosion
The FAA said the Elon Musk-run space company had satisfactorily addressed the causes of the recent mishap.
The FAA said the Elon Musk-run space company had satisfactorily addressed the causes of the recent mishap.
Giant rat species captured on video for 1st time in Papua New Guinea
A newly released video shows the first-ever footage of the subalpine woolly rat, one of the world’s largest rodents, captured in Papua New Guinea.
A newly released video shows the first-ever footage of the subalpine woolly rat, one of the world’s largest rodents, captured in Papua New Guinea.