Ohio's deer season ended with hunters harvesting 232,142 deer, the seventh-highest record, despite a dip from the previous year and the impact of an EHD outbreak in certain counties.

The Cincinnati Zoo mourns the death of Savanna, a 13-year-old cheetah and animal ambassador known for her public educational role and media appearances.

State and federal managers want more patrols, monitoring and possible upgrades at North Sand Hills; public comment runs through March 1. Agencies say surveying and staffing changes will guide next steps.

Oak Creek is set to remove twelve Linden trees damaged by freezing temperatures and past improper pruning. Despite this, the Forestry Foreman praises Lindens and their benefits. The city invites locals to report any tree issues for potential action.

A bald eagle named Armstrong died from acute lead poisoning at a Michigan wildlife rehab center, despite treatment efforts to remove heavy metals from his system.

A Netarts-Oceanside Facebook post flagged a satellite-tagged great white nicknamed Kara on a map near the Tillamook coast; experts say sightings need context.

Truckee police say CDFW’s wolf tracker logged activity near town. Residents should supervise pets, protect livestock and report photos to state wildlife authorities.

West Hollywood residents are concerned about increased coyote encounters, voicing fears for their safety in community meetings. City officials respond with enforcement measures, while some residents call for coexistence and education.

Representatives Huffman and Schiff, alongside the Bay Area congressional delegates, introduced a bill to designate the Bay Area Ridge Trail as a National Scenic Trail, aiming to enhance its status and connect the remaining parts.

The Ohio Wildlife Diversity Conference will celebrate ecological successes on March 11 at the Ohio Union in Columbus, with diverse topics and perks for attendees.

Las Vegas is creating Desert Flow at Southwest Ridge Bike Skills Park, a 17-acre cycling park with a range of trails and obstacles for all skill levels, along with amenities for community gathering.

A $1.2M overhaul of Antioch’s Centennial Park — including replacing the 1992 wooden playground — has prompted a petition with more than 3,800 signatures.

Pioneer Park’s overhaul will overlap the summer market, and organizers are weighing temporary street events or alternate sites as construction begins in March.