Sea lion hitches ride on boat, gets snacks
A sea lion in the Gulf of Cortez has found a clever way to catch a snack.
A sea lion in the Gulf of Cortez has found a clever way to catch a snack.
Lifelike doll in hot car prompts police to smash window
A lifelike baby doll prompted police in New Hampshire to smash a car window in a rescue attempt that turned out to be a false alarm.
A lifelike baby doll prompted police in New Hampshire to smash a car window in a rescue attempt that turned out to be a false alarm.
Brazilian police say Lochte, US swimmers were not robbed
RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) — A Brazilian police official is telling The Associated Press that American swimmer Ryan Lochte fabricated a story about being robbed at gunpoint in Rio de Janeiro. The official, who has direct knowledge of the investigation, spoke on the condition of anonymity because he was not authorized to speak about an ongoing probe.
RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) — A Brazilian police official is telling The Associated Press that American swimmer Ryan Lochte fabricated a story about being robbed at gunpoint in Rio de Janeiro. The official, who has direct knowledge of the investigation, spoke on the condition of anonymity because he was not authorized to speak about an ongoing probe.
Volunteers sought as race to develop a Zika vaccine heats up
WASHINGTON (AP) — Wanted: Volunteers willing to be infected with the Zika virus for science. It may sound bizarre, but researchers are planning just such a study — this winter, when mosquitoes aren't biting — to help speed development of much-needed Zika vaccines. The quest for a vaccine began less than a year ago as Brazil's massive outbreak revealed that Zika, once...
WASHINGTON (AP) — Wanted: Volunteers willing to be infected with the Zika virus for science. It may sound bizarre, but researchers are planning just such a study — this winter, when mosquitoes aren't biting — to help speed development of much-needed Zika vaccines. The quest for a vaccine began less than a year ago as Brazil's massive outbreak revealed that Zika, once...
Man arrested for attacking flamingo at Busch Gardens
An Orlando man was arrested Tuesday evening after Tampa police say he attacked a flamingo at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay with such force that the bird had to be euthanized.
An Orlando man was arrested Tuesday evening after Tampa police say he attacked a flamingo at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay with such force that the bird had to be euthanized.
Stafford County deputy gets into ‘Formation' and slays with Beyoncé dance moves
A video of Stafford County Lt. Deuntay Diggs dancing to Beyoncé’s ‘Formation’ during a student assembly has gone viral.
A video of Stafford County Lt. Deuntay Diggs dancing to Beyoncé’s ‘Formation’ during a student assembly has gone viral.
Teenage boys lose both parents in motorcycle crash, community rallies around them
The parents of two teenage boys both killed in a crash.
The parents of two teenage boys both killed in a crash.
Terrifying 'fire whirl' caught on camera by firefighter
A firefighter battling a the Beaver Creek Fire in Colorado captured a terrifying "fire whirl" on camera.
A firefighter battling a the Beaver Creek Fire in Colorado captured a terrifying "fire whirl" on camera.
State Fair food finalists include deep fried comforts
The State Fair of Texas has named finalists for the Big Tex Choice food awards.
The State Fair of Texas has named finalists for the Big Tex Choice food awards.
Couple celebrating 75th anniversary renews their vows in nursing home
A New York couple celebrated their 75th wedding anniversary on Monday with a vow renewal ceremony held at their nursing home.
A New York couple celebrated their 75th wedding anniversary on Monday with a vow renewal ceremony held at their nursing home.
Police: Girl, 4, found beaten; thought her name was 'Idiot'
HOT SPRINGS, Ark. (AP) — Police have arrested a Hot Springs, Arkansas, couple on battery and abuse charges for allegedly zip-tying a 4-year-old girl to her bed as punishment.
HOT SPRINGS, Ark. (AP) — Police have arrested a Hot Springs, Arkansas, couple on battery and abuse charges for allegedly zip-tying a 4-year-old girl to her bed as punishment.
Dad's post about dog poop, Roomba vacuum goes viral
An Arkansas man’s Facebook post about an unfortunate yet hilarious mishap with his vacuum quickly went viral earlier this month.
An Arkansas man’s Facebook post about an unfortunate yet hilarious mishap with his vacuum quickly went viral earlier this month.
Uber rider helps send driver to watch son compete in Olympics
A chance ride that led to an hour-long conversation ended up making it possible for a Philadelphia Uber driver to go to Rio to see his son compete in the Olympics.
A chance ride that led to an hour-long conversation ended up making it possible for a Philadelphia Uber driver to go to Rio to see his son compete in the Olympics.
Katie Ledecky is Stanford freshman's mystery match roommate
Stanford University has a unique way of assigning roommates to first-year students. Incoming freshmen have no idea who they will be living with until move-in day. That means someone will soon be surprised to learn their new roommate is Olympic superstar swimmer Katie Ledecky. Note to new roomy: Katie is going to need a little extra space for those 5 gold medals (4 from Rio and one from...
Stanford University has a unique way of assigning roommates to first-year students. Incoming freshmen have no idea who they will be living with until move-in day. That means someone will soon be surprised to learn their new roommate is Olympic superstar swimmer Katie Ledecky. Note to new roomy: Katie is going to need a little extra space for those 5 gold medals (4 from Rio and one from...
DPD's Chief Brown Dabs with Longhorns ball
Dallas Police Chief David Brown looks like he’s ready to cheer on the Longhorns this football season.
Dallas Police Chief David Brown looks like he’s ready to cheer on the Longhorns this football season.
WATCH: Final Riviera casino tower implodes on Vegas Strip
The last tower of the iconic Riviera Hotel and Casino was reduced to rubble during an overnight implosion on the Las Vegas Strip.
The last tower of the iconic Riviera Hotel and Casino was reduced to rubble during an overnight implosion on the Las Vegas Strip.
Sanctuary cares for lion with rare genetic disorder
He roars like lion and he eats like a lion. But Lucious isn't the average one-year-old cub. The lovable 130 pound, 1-year-old big cat has a genetic disorder that effects his motor skills and his ability to walk.
He roars like lion and he eats like a lion. But Lucious isn't the average one-year-old cub. The lovable 130 pound, 1-year-old big cat has a genetic disorder that effects his motor skills and his ability to walk.
Stubby Squid found off California coast
It may look like a cartoon character, but it's the real thing!
It may look like a cartoon character, but it's the real thing!
Judge bans Florida man from ordering pizza over excessive prank calling
A Florida man has been legally banned from ordering pizzas after authorities determined he placed multiple orders, and prank calls to several pizza restaurants and then refused to pay for the food.
A Florida man has been legally banned from ordering pizzas after authorities determined he placed multiple orders, and prank calls to several pizza restaurants and then refused to pay for the food.