California Academy of Science cuts jobs, cites multi-million dollar deficit
53 employees – constituting about 9.3 % of the staff – would be let go as the academy struggles with a cash deficit of $7.3 million from 2025, and a projected deficit of more than $8 million in the current year.
53 employees – constituting about 9.3 % of the staff – would be let go as the academy struggles with a cash deficit of $7.3 million from 2025, and a projected deficit of more than $8 million in the current year.
Massive sea lion named 'Chonkers' is social media sensation at Pier 39
Rare Steller sea lion nicknamed "Chonkers" has become a social media sensation after taking up residence at Pier 39 for over a month.
Rare Steller sea lion nicknamed "Chonkers" has become a social media sensation after taking up residence at Pier 39 for over a month.
Trump dismisses some, if not all, of National Science Board, multiple reports say
The Trump administration is being criticized over reports that the White House has dismissed multiple, and possibly all, members of the National Science Board.
The Trump administration is being criticized over reports that the White House has dismissed multiple, and possibly all, members of the National Science Board.
California officials warn of increase in tiny black flies known for painful bites
Black flies, also known as "buffalo gnats", are known for biting around the eyes and necklines of humans and domestic animals.
Black flies, also known as "buffalo gnats", are known for biting around the eyes and necklines of humans and domestic animals.
Sloth World: Warehouse lacked proper permits for animals; 'stop work' order issued by county
The warehouse on International Drive where 31 sloths intended for Sloth World Orlando reportedly died was not permitted to have animals or wildlife of any kind, FOX 35 has learned.
The warehouse on International Drive where 31 sloths intended for Sloth World Orlando reportedly died was not permitted to have animals or wildlife of any kind, FOX 35 has learned.
NOAA finally identifies ‘golden orb’; here’s what it is
The mystery of the "golden orb," an unidentified object that captured widespread public interest when it was collected during a NOAA expedition, has finally been solved.
The mystery of the "golden orb," an unidentified object that captured widespread public interest when it was collected during a NOAA expedition, has finally been solved.
Maine lobsterman found dead after boat discovered adrift overnight
A 63-year-old Maine lobsterman was found dead after his boat was discovered running unattended overnight, sparking a search in coastal waters.
A 63-year-old Maine lobsterman was found dead after his boat was discovered running unattended overnight, sparking a search in coastal waters.
Invasive jumping worms are spreading in the US, and they can't be eradicated
An invasive “crazy worm" is spreading, and it can wreak havoc on your garden.
An invasive “crazy worm" is spreading, and it can wreak havoc on your garden.
NASA unveils panoramic Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope
NASA unveiled the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope, designed to capture unprecedented panoramic images of the universe.
NASA unveiled the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope, designed to capture unprecedented panoramic images of the universe.
Look up tonight as the Lyrid meteor shower peaks - How to see the celestial show
Stargazers, get ready to watch one of the world’s oldest known meteor showers as the Lyrid meteor shower peaks Tuesday night. How to see the celestial show
Stargazers, get ready to watch one of the world’s oldest known meteor showers as the Lyrid meteor shower peaks Tuesday night. How to see the celestial show
Aggressive coyotes roaming area Redwood City police say
Police in Redwood City are warning residents and anyone in the area that aggressive coyotes are roaming Redwood Shores.
Police in Redwood City are warning residents and anyone in the area that aggressive coyotes are roaming Redwood Shores.
Lyrid meteor shower peaks soon: When to look up
Stargazers, get ready to watch one of the world’s oldest known meteor showers.
Stargazers, get ready to watch one of the world’s oldest known meteor showers.
Northern lights may be visible in nearly 20 states tonight: See where
Stargazers could be in for a celestial treat Friday night and early Saturday: the northern lights may be visible in nearly 20 states.
Stargazers could be in for a celestial treat Friday night and early Saturday: the northern lights may be visible in nearly 20 states.
Sea lion pup rescued in San Francisco's Outer Sunset, now under veterinary care
A wayward sea lion pup was found early Thursday morning by police in San Francisco's Outer Sunset neighborhood.
A wayward sea lion pup was found early Thursday morning by police in San Francisco's Outer Sunset neighborhood.
Tahoe bears: Videos show touching, rarely seen moments of bear families as they emerge from hibernation
A Lake Tahoe bear advocacy group is offering some rarely seen, close-up and intimate images of mother bears and their cubs as they emerge from their dens after months of hibernation.
A Lake Tahoe bear advocacy group is offering some rarely seen, close-up and intimate images of mother bears and their cubs as they emerge from their dens after months of hibernation.
Over the moon: Watch Astronaut Christina Koch reunite with dog after lunar mission
For NASA astronaut Christina Koch, the journey of nearly 700,000 miles around the moon ended with a welcome that was decidedly down to earth.
For NASA astronaut Christina Koch, the journey of nearly 700,000 miles around the moon ended with a welcome that was decidedly down to earth.
Artemis astronauts give first public remarks after moon flyby mission: Here's what they said
The crew of Artemis II received a rousing ‘welcome home’ as they offered their first comments since returning to Earth after the longest trip any human has ever made.
The crew of Artemis II received a rousing ‘welcome home’ as they offered their first comments since returning to Earth after the longest trip any human has ever made.
Artemis II splashdown: NASA astronauts back on Earth after historic moon flyby
After its historic 10-day flight to the moon, Artemis II astronauts splashed down off the coast of California on Friday night.
After its historic 10-day flight to the moon, Artemis II astronauts splashed down off the coast of California on Friday night.
NASA 'looking into' reclassifying Pluto as a planet after 10-year-old's viral letter
A 10-year-old’s passion for Pluto has caught the attention of NASA thanks to a compelling, viral letter on social media.
A 10-year-old’s passion for Pluto has caught the attention of NASA thanks to a compelling, viral letter on social media.
Fisherman risks life to rescue great white shark caught on fishing line: ‘He didn’t hesitate’
Dramatic footage captured the moment a fisherman rescued a great white shark caught on a fishing line in Hermosa Beach, California on April 1.
Dramatic footage captured the moment a fisherman rescued a great white shark caught on a fishing line in Hermosa Beach, California on April 1.


















