From bear sightings near Taco Bell to a rise in dog attacks, Missourians face new safety concerns as wildlife and domestic ...

Explore how city decisions, public safety, and conservation concerns change the landscape for animals in Missouri in 2025.

OCALA, Fla. — The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission recently released its proposed rules for a black bear hunt ahead of its meeting next week. Meanwhile, organizers of a group ...

Nestled in north-central Oklahoma near the Kansas border, this gem offers a refreshing alternative to the hustle and bustle of Oklahoma’s larger cities, with enough attractions to fill a weekend ...

Michael Bushnell Contributing Historian Located at E. 22nd Street and Brooklyn Avenue, Municipal Stadium was the home to many ...

Missouri's bear population is increasing, meaning humans will likely continue to encounter bears more often. Several were ...

While some were catching some z’s on Saturday morning, a black bear decided to explore a little too close for comfort in a Bethesda neighborhood. “I yelled, ‘It’s a bear!” said resident ...

Olathe, Kansas Black Bob Bay Location: 14570 W. 151st Street Olathe, KS 66062 Season and hours: Memorial Day to Labor Day, 12:30-7 p.m. Admission: $10 (resident ages 3-61), $12 (non-resident ages ...

Bear Hollow Zoo is mourning the loss of one of its most iconic residents. DJ, a 22-year-old American black bear who spent nearly two decades at the Athens-based zoo, was humanely euthanized on ...

(KFSN) -- Some of the most beloved residents at Merced's Applegate Park Zoo will get more than the "bear necessities." The City Council allocated ... for two American Black Bears.

Turtle Back Zoo’s black bear named “Jelly” temporarily escaped her enclosure on Thursday morning through an unlocked gate before the zoo opened to the public. The 20-year-old bear walked ...

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — One person died in a shooting at about 9 p.m. Friday near East 82nd Terrace and Troost Avenue in Kansas City, Missouri. Officers were sent about 8:45 p.m. to a reported ...