California approves controversial plan to wipe out Catalina Island’s deer herd

California has approved the Catalina Island Conservancy’s "Operation Protect Catalina Island," a multi-decade plan involving native plant restoration and invasive deer removal.

Big Bear bald eagles Jackie and Shadow lose both eggs after raven attack

Fans of Big Bear bald eagles Jackie and Shadow are mourning after ravens destroyed both eggs, Friends of Big Bear Valley confirmed.

Big Bear bald eagle live cam: Jackie and Shadow welcome first two eggs of 2026

Famous bald eagles Jackie and Shadow have laid two eggs in their San Bernardino National Forest nest, kicking off a highly anticipated 2026 nesting season

3 shark attacks off Sydney in just over 24 hours; man, boy in critical condition

Three shark attacks in 24 hours leave a man and a 12-year-old critically injured and another boy unharmed at Sydney beaches. Here’s what we know.

Coyote alert: Here's why sightings are increasing across Southern California

As mating season begins across Southern California, wildlife experts warn residents to expect a significant increase in urban coyote sightings and bolder behavior through the coming months.

National Parks raising fees for international tourists visiting popular US parks

The fee change will impact 11 national parks, including the Grand Canyon, Yellowstone and Yosemite, according to the U.S. Department of the Interior.

San Diego Zoo’s oldest resident, 141-year-old tortoise Gramma, dies

Gramma, the San Diego Zoo’s oldest resident and one of the world’s oldest Galapagos tortoises, has died at the estimated age of 141.

Grizzly bear attacks students, teachers in British Columbia; 11 injured

A grizzly bear attacked a group of students and teachers on a walking trail in British Columbia, Canada, injuring 11 people, two of them critically.

Largest male great white shark ever recorded pinged off New Jersey coast

The white shark is most likely on the move back down to Florida where waters are warmer and there are more food sources, but well have to see where he shows up next.