New research suggests children may ‘potentially be important drivers’ of COVID-19 spread

Researchers said their data was limited to the detection of viral nucleic acid, or viral RNA, which represents pieces of the coronavirus genetic makeup, but is different from the virus itself.

Bears struck and killed by speeding drivers in Yosemite National Park

Officials at Yosemite National Park are urging drivers to slow down, because four bears have been struck by vehicles in recent weeks. 

Black bear euthanized after attack on man in garage of NJ home

Authorities say a black bear has been euthanized after an attack on an 82-year-old man in the garage of his North Jersey home last month.

Long Island beachgoers allowed back in water after no shark sightings

Two confirmed shark sightings in just a single day, one in Lido Beach and another in Atlantic Beach have prompted officials on Long Island to play it safe and remove everyone from the water on Saturday.

Astronauts gear up for final leg of SpaceX test flight: coming home

A pair of NASA astronauts face the final and most important part of their SpaceX test flight: returning to Earth with a rare splashdown.

Meet the rat hunters: Dogs join the fight against NYC’s rodent problem

Rats have been an issue in New York City for as long as it has been a city, and despite the best efforts, won’t go away. FOX 5 NY takes a look at how some dogs are returning to their rat-hunting roots to help rid the city of this pesky problem.

On the hunt for rats in NYC
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Rats have been an issue in New York City for as long as it has been a city, and despite the best efforts, won?t go away. FOX 5 NY takes a look at how some dogs are returning to their rat-hunting roots to help rid the city of this pesky problem.

American Museum of Natural History outlines reopening plans

Visitors to the American Museum of Natural History would need to make advance online reservations for specific times under a plan for a September reopening pending city and state approval.

8-year-old girl attacked by fox in N.J.

An 8-year-old was treated at a hospital after she was attacked by a fox in central New Jersey, police said.

8-year-old girl bitten by fox in New Jersey
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An 8-year-old was treated at a hospital after she was attacked by a fox in Essex County, police said.

Wildlife Conservation Society apologizes for putting man on display in Monkey House in 1906

The organization that runs New York's Bronx Zoo is apologizing for racism in the zoo's past, including putting Ota Benga, a central African man, on display in the Monkey House in 1906.

Raccoon goes swimming in backyard pool

A Toronto couple spotted a water-loving raccoon exploring their backyard pool.