Mosquitoes may be more attracted to certain clothing colors, new study finds

A new study suggests what you wear could help you avoid mosquitos and their itchy bites. According to the research, the pests are more attracted to certain colors.

9-year-old girl recovering after being attacked by a cougar in Stevens County

9-year-old Lily Kryzhanivskyy is recovering after being attacked by a cougar near Fruitland, Washington in Stevens County on Saturday morning. 

New moon means anglers should target areas with artificial lights
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Monday?s new moon means there will be less moonlight, giving fish inshore less opportunities to feed through the nighttime, unless they find that artificial lights. Snook, redfish, trout, tarpon and sometimes tripletail, will likely be feeding in those areas, says Captain Dylan Hubbard of Hubbard?s Marina.

VIDEO: Redmond mom grabs toddler chasing bear in their backyard

A toddler in Redmond gave her mom a scare after spotting a black bear in the yard, then running towards the animal for a potential hug.

Tau Herculid meteor shower 2022: Shattered comet could spawn dazzling display in late May

The tau Herculid meteor shower, described as an “all or nothing event,” could peak at the end of May 2022 as a result of a shattered comet. Here’s how you may be able to see it.

Florida plans for future feeding efforts to help save struggling manatees

Florida officials are planning to take additional actions, which could include a second manatee supplemental feeding program later this year if natural seagrass growth cannot fulfill the needs of the endangered animals.

Alligator waddles across Tampa road, stopping morning traffic

It's gator mating season, and the reptile residents of Florida have been strutting their stuff for months now – including across Tampa roadways.

The universe is expanding more quickly than previously thought, scientists say

Scientists believe that at the current rate, the universe could actually double in size within 10 billion years, which is far more quickly than previously thought.

Texas fishermen reel in rare black alligator gar: 'Wild experience'

Two fishermen in Texas were shocked when they reeled in a rare, black alligator gar last week. They snapped some pics and then let the 5-foot-long fish go free.

Georgia deputies called to capture 'monkeys on the loose'

The Effingham County Sheriff's Office said deputies and state wildlife rangers were out this weekend working to wrangle some primates that got loose.