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A Massachusetts high school senior who placed emergency preparedness buckets in every classroom earned a new statewide leadership award. Gavin Tramontozzi's Eagle Scout project and years of service just won him recognition and $3,000 for college.
Where only five breeding pairs of bald eagles lived in Louisiana during the 1960s, tour guides now spot up to 60 eagles on a single outing. This remarkable comeback shows how targeted conservation efforts can bring a species back from the brink.
Scientists are using blood samples from baby bald eagles to map PFAS contamination across Wisconsin's rivers. The eagles act as early warning systems for toxins threatening both wildlife and people.
A Chelan County road worker spent three days monitoring an injured bald eagle he discovered while clearing a deer carcass, refusing to abandon the national symbol until rescuers could arrive. The eagle is now recovering at a rehabilitation facility.
A bald eagle rescued from a Truckee trail six weeks ago is now flying in specialized rehabilitation chambers, marking a major milestone in its journey back to the wild. The eagle's progress reflects a stunning comeback story for a species that nearly disappeared from America's skies.
A routine river trip turned into a 45-minute rescue mission when 28 Boy Scouts from Virginia found themselves trapped by rising floodwaters on the Cacapon River. Thanks to quick thinking and local emergency crews, every scout made it home safe.
A quick-thinking citizen and Bradenton police officers rescued a struggling bald eagle from a busy intersection, getting the injured bird life-saving treatment. The eagle, now named Freedom, is recovering with wildlife experts after receiving care for an infected wing.
When a concerned citizen spotted an injured bald eagle struggling on a busy Florida street, a quick call sparked a coordinated rescue effort that saved the majestic bird's life. The eagle, now named Freedom, is recovering and eating well under expert care.
When five people spotted a bald eagle struggling on a busy highway, Delta police jumped into action, scooping the injured bird into their cruiser before it could be hit again. Now the 10-year-old eagle is fighting to recover at a wildlife rehab center, with caregivers hopeful he'll soar again.
A bald eagle is healing at a Vancouver Island wildlife center after being shot, while British Columbia moves forward with a historic ban on lead ammunition to protect raptors. The province's proposed regulation could save countless eagles from accidental poisoning.
Two bald eagle chicks hatched over Easter weekend in California's San Bernardino National Forest, delighting thousands watching the live stream. Jackie and Shadow, the eagle parents who've become internet celebrities, raised $1.6 million from fans to protect their nesting ground.
West Coast Eagles' young star Harley Reid delivered a masterclass performance, leading his team from behind to upset the GWS Giants by 17 points. The 20-year-old's career-best game helped the Eagles snap a six-game losing streak in front of nearly 37,000 fans.
Scouting America is helping families rediscover outdoor fun without leaving home. Scoutmaster Angela Brown shared simple camping activities that get kids off screens and into nature.
Two-time Super Bowl champion Osi Umenyiora is helping African athletes reach the NFL without ever playing football before. Nigerian Uar Bernard just became the latest success story after being drafted by the Philadelphia Eagles.
A Stafford County deputy sprang into action when an injured bald eagle needed help, giving America's national symbol a second chance at flight. The majestic bird is now recovering at a wildlife center.
Lily Downing, a Maine Girl Scout ambassador, just earned a prestigious scholarship for her future in engineering. Her achievement shows how youth leadership programs continue opening doors for young women in STEM fields.
Bald eagles are thriving again in Connecticut, with 82 active territories producing over 100 chicks in 2022. The state is now moving the once-endangered bird to lower-risk status, celebrating one of conservation's greatest comeback stories.
Britain's "king of the birds" could soon soar over England again after being driven to extinction 150 years ago. The government is backing a £1m recovery program to bring golden eagles back to northern England's skies.
Golden eagles could soar over England again after more than a century, backed by government funding and community support. The majestic birds, once driven to extinction by Victorian-era persecution, may return as early as next year.
Britain's second-largest bird of prey is coming back to English skies with £1 million in government backing. The majestic golden eagle, hunted to extinction in the 1800s, could return as early as next summer.
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