Kern County bear roams Von's parking lot

A bear was seen on video footage aimlessly wandering the parking lot of a Von's grocery store in Kern County. The footage taken at Lake Isabella's Kern Valley Plaza was shared on social media on Monday. 

French bulldog stolen from Fremont 7-Eleven parking lot, $700 reward offered

Fremont police shared photos of Frankie, a French bulldog stolen August 3 from a 7-Eleven parking lot. Officials say the family is offering a $700 reward for the dog's return. 

Escaped python found hiding under parked car in Texas neighborhood

The massive python was spotted slithering under a car early in the morning by someone out walking their dog, according to local news reports.

Norway euthanizes popular 1,320-pound walrus Freya

Walruses are protected and as recently as last month officials said they hoped Freya would leave of her own accord and that euthanasia would be a last resort.

Paddleboarder, dog unharmed after shark encounter off Central Coast

A paddleboarder and his dog were unharmed after a shark bit into his board off Lovers Point Beach in Pacific Grove Wednesday, police said.

Thousands of beagles rescued from Virginia breeding facility now ready to be adopted

Over half of the 4,000 beagles rescued from a mass breeding and research facility in Virginia are now ready to be adopted into a loving home. Here’s how to adopt, foster, or help the dogs.

Puppy found wandering among McKinney Fire damage

A puppy was found wandering among the debris left by the raging McKinney Fire in Northern California, which had been hanging out near a home destroyed by the blaze.

See why countless jellyfish are invading Israeli sea

Video shows swarms of jellyfish covering the waters, but authorities say it’s posing a nuisance and danger.

California teacher attacked by rare monk seal in Hawaii

A 60-year-old California teacher was attacked by a monk seal in Honolulu Monday. Videos shows the woman swimming and witnesses yelling for her to get out of the water as the mother seal approached hand attacked.

Aggressive turkey attacks Vacaville resident, then stalks patrol officer

An aggressive turkey forced a Vacaville resident to call police for help over the weekend. Video shows the wild bird stalking the patrol car.

Lisa the elephant shows signs of improvement at Oakland Zoo

The Oakland Zoo says Lisa the elephant is taking strides in the right direction after having an ulcer removed from her eye.