Miami Dolphins player matching donations to Austin Pets Alive! this weekend

Miami Dolphins tight end Durham Smythe is matching donations made to Austin Pets Alive! through Sunday night, up to $10,000, as part of the NFL's "My Cause, My Cleats" campaign.

What's the real 'Cocaine Bear' story?

If you want facts, here's what we know about the real-life story of “Cocaine Bear.”

Watch: Minnesota bull moose captured on trail cameras

Researchers say moose are not common in the area, but over the past few years they've captured "quite a few bulls on camera."

'Help us save Lucky's life': Nonprofit in need of donations for dog left paralyzed after being hit by train

With an estimated total of $15,000 for the surgery and $1,000 per night to stay at the ICU, Philly Rescue Angels is asking for donations to help cover the expenses for Lucky's care.

Waukesha County Lake Keesus gator head dragged in by cat

Burnt Toast's catch on Lake Keesus in Waukesha County Sunday gave new meaning to the phrase, "Look what the cat dragged in..."

Minnesota Zoo animals are ecstatic it's snowing!

While the snowfall causes havoc on metro roads, the animals at the Minnesota Zoo are having a blast playing in the fresh snow. 

Flight team begins tracking right whales migrating along East Coast

Calving season for North Atlantic right whales has begun, and as the endangered species migrates down the U.S. East Coast, researchers with Clearwater Marine Aquarium are tracking their every move.

Cats of the Weekend: Lexi and Sadi at WCRAS
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Lexi and Sadi is looking for their new home after their previous owners surrendered them to the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter. This adorable duo are hesitant of new situations, but as long as their new family gives them a place to get used to the home, WCRAS says they should fit right in. The pair are opposites, with Lexi being more extroverted and Sadi more introverted. If you're interested in adopting these two, WCRAS is offering "name your price" adoptions for their adult cats.

Photos: Monkeys in central Thailand mark their day with feast

While the entertainment value of the festival is high, organizers are quick to point out that it's not just monkey business.

Dog of the Weekend: Doubly at WCRAS
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Doubly is waiting for his perfect home at the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter. This one-and-a-half-year-old mix is a former outdoor-only dog, but is learning all he can and can adapt to indoor life, says WCRAS.

More than 100 geese, 25 ducks found dead on Minnesota lake

More than 100 Canada geese and 25 mallard ducks were found dead on a lake in Waseca on Sunday, the city confirmed in a Facebook post on Wednesday.