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A gray wolf was spotted in Los Angeles County for the first time in over a century, marking a remarkable comeback for a species that was nearly extinct. The wolf population in the Lower 48 states has grown from around 1,500 to more than 6,000 today.
Three decades after going extinct in the wild, Mexican gray wolves have reached 319 individuals across the Southwest. The population grew by 33 wolves in 2025, though experts say genetic diversity remains crucial for long-term survival.
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A young female gray wolf just made history by stepping paw in Los Angeles County for the first time in a century. Her 400-mile journey from Northern California marks a stunning milestone in the species' return from near extinction.
A young female gray wolf just made history by visiting Los Angeles County for the first time in a century. Her epic 400-mile journey marks a major milestone in California's wolf recovery story.
A Tallahassee cheerleading team just claimed the top prize at the country's most prestigious high school championship. The Chiles High School Timberwolves dominated their division with a nearly ten-point lead.
A three-year-old gray wolf just made history by entering Los Angeles County for the first time in more than a century. Her journey across the Sierra Nevada mountains shows how America's wolf population is bouncing back from near extinction.
New research reveals that removing wolves to protect endangered caribou only works in mountainous areas, not flat terrain. The discovery could help wildlife managers save more calves while protecting habitat instead of endlessly controlling predators.
A young gray wolf has crossed from California into Nevada, marking a rare wildlife milestone for a species that nearly disappeared from the American West. The lone traveler is part of California's growing wolf recovery success story.
After nearly vanishing from the American West, wolves and cougars have returned to Yellowstone and learned to coexist by adapting their diets and hunting strategies. New research reveals how two apex predators can share the same territory when nature offers enough variety.
Minnesota Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards surprised a young fan with his game-worn jersey for his 8th birthday. The spontaneous act of kindness happened courtside and quickly went viral on social media.
Minnesota Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards is keeping his heartfelt promise to a young fan named Luca by wearing an orange wristband for his entire career. The touching gesture shows how pro athletes can create lasting bonds with their youngest supporters.
Antoine Semenyo netted his first Premier League goal for Manchester City just months after his £50 million transfer from Bournemouth. The Ghanaian striker's clinical finish helped City narrow the title race gap to four points in a commanding victory.