Near a northwest Boulder home early Tuesday, wildlife officers fired non-lethal bean bags at an adult mountain lion that was feeding on a deer carcass -- adding to the growing list of sightings and animal attacks in the neighborhood in recent weeks.

Sports StaffBlack Hills Pioneer PIERRE - For many of us, our outdoor environment is an important ingredient in our quality of life. Individuals and organizations work hard to landscape homes, schools, and businesses to make them more attractive and inviting. In recent years, more U.S. residents have been incorporating the needs of wildlife in their landscaping plans.

When Vick Knight took on a pet turtle, it was purely for teaching purposes. Little did the then-sixth-grade teacher know the chance encounter would lead to a lifelong passion for the prehistoric shelled creatures.

At this time of year, many of us feel confined to our homes and trapped by bitter wind, biting cold and harsh weather. It's snowy, [...]

A toddler spent Christmas in the hospital after being found floating face-down in a goldfish pond at his grandfather's home, the Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office said.