Bear dies after getting stranded on utility pole in New Mexico

A New Mexico community was in for an unusual sight this week when travelers spotted a bear stranded on top of a utility pole.

There are now more ‘mosquito disease days’ in 95% of major US cities: See the map

Climate change is lengthening mosquito season across much of the U.S., giving disease-carrying mosquitoes more time to spread illnesses. A new analysis reveals which cities are seeing the biggest increases.

Beluga Whales relocated to SeaWorld San Antonio
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Two beluga whales have officially arrived at SeaWorld San Antonio with 11 more still on the way.

Trump calls for investigation into manual used in climate change cases

President Donald Trump has called for a formal review of a federal reference manual, alleging the updated text relies on "false science" regarding climate change, and claiming that it contains "discredited" information.

Divers discover ancient Bronze Age sword off the coast of England

A British archaeological team recently announced the discovery of a rare Bronze Age sword during a dive off England's south west coast, shedding new light on the region's ancient maritime history.

Who is 'Jimothy'? Why a Seattle raccoon has gone viral

He's small, he's round, and he's gone viral. "Jimothy" the racoon has been spotted in Ballard, and he's amassed millions of views.

Texas buys first state-owned firefighting helicopters to fight wildfires

Texas is launching its first state-owned firefighting fleet with a $257 million helicopter purchase to speed up wildfire response and protect communities.

FWC: 13-foot alligator attacked, killed Florida woman, DNA test confirms

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) said laboratory testing has confirmed that DNA from 31-year-old Brittany Clark matched a 13-foot alligator captured after the deadly attack on the Econlockhatchee River last month.

Frontier Airlines to add Starlink high-speed Wi-Fi on flights

Frontier Airlines announced Tuesday that it plans to introduce high-speed inflight internet powered by SpaceX's Starlink beginning in early 2027, marking a major upgrade for the ultra-low-cost carrier as it continues investing in new amenities aimed at attracting travelers.

Tyrannosaurus rex fossil sells for record $50 million at auction

A Tyrannosaurus Rex skeleton known as Gus set a record for the most expensive fossil ever sold at an auction for $50 million at an auction Wednesday. 

'Masters of the Night: The True Story of Bats' exhibit
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The world of bats comes alive in the "Masters of the Night: The True Story of Bats" exhibit, now on display at the Texas Science and Natural History Museum. The museum's exhibition and outreach associate Dr. Liam Norris joins Good Day Austin's Katie Jackson to share more about these often misunderstood animals.