The whale, a 23-year-old female named Peekachu, died suddenly Tuesday
According to the South Lake Tahoe Police Department, officers have received 174 bear-related calls so far this year, compared with 97 during the same period last year. The increase represents nearly an 80% rise in reported incidents.
A San Diego 18-year-old pleaded guilty to a federal charge after he was caught on video kicking and chasing a protected sea lion at a La Jolla beach.
With big eyes and her tongue hanging low, 6-year-old pug Jinny Lu was crowned for the 2026 "World's Ugliest Dog Contest" at the Sonoma County Fair.
Jackie's long-time partner, Shadow, was finally seen back at his nest -- and he wasn't alone.