A growing body of wildlife research is showing that big game animals like deer, elk, and pronghorn are not using the same migration routes they relied on decades ago. New tracking data from GPS-collared herds suggests that seasonal movement patterns are shifting in response to changing weather, human development, and habitat pressure across the western…
Hunters across the United States say they’re finding it harder each year to access land for hunting as more private property gets posted with “No Trespassing” signs. The issue has become a growing talking point in hunting communities, where many feel that once-open land is gradually becoming unavailable without explicit permission from landowners. A big…
A trail camera placed near the edge of a suburban development has captured footage of what appears to be a rare predator moving through the area, sparking debate among residents, wildlife watchers, and local officials. The sighting has raised questions about how wildlife is adapting to expanding human development and whether animals once pushed out…
Wildlife agencies across several rural counties are investigating a rise in reports tied to illegal night hunting activity. The concern centers on suspected incidents where animals are taken after dark using lights or other prohibited methods, which is not allowed under most state hunting regulations. Officials say they are reviewing multiple tips and field reports…
A reported record buck harvest has sparked attention among hunters after early season movement shifted sooner than many expected. The timing is being linked to an early cold front that moved through several regions, changing deer behavior and increasing daytime activity. Cold fronts are often tied to higher deer movement because they affect feeding patterns…
Reports of a proposed regulation affecting firearm use on public lands have sparked concern among some hunters, who worry it could restrict where and how rifles are used during hunting seasons. The discussion has spread quickly through outdoor communities, especially in states where public land hunting is a major part of local tradition and economy….
Thousands of wildfire survivors across the United States are dealing with a new financial concern tied to settlement payouts meant to help them rebuild. After losing homes and belongings, many expected compensation from lawsuits or utility settlements to be a direct path toward recovery. Now, a potential tax bill is raising fears that a large…
Federal and local authorities have carried out a major drug enforcement operation that resulted in the seizure of over 100 pounds of narcotics along with 25 firearms. Officials say the case is tied to a trafficking network that had been under investigation for an extended period before the coordinated raid took place. The bust highlights…
FBI Director Kash Patel has filed a $250 million defamation lawsuit against The Atlantic, accusing the publication of running what he calls a “defamatory hit piece.” The lawsuit targets a recent article that alleged misconduct, including claims about alcohol use and absences while leading the FBI. Patel’s legal filing argues the story was false and damaging…
A Pakistani national has been convicted in the United States for his role in an Iran-linked murder-for-hire plot that allegedly targeted Donald Trump and other American political figures. The case was brought in federal court and centered on claims that the defendant attempted to recruit individuals to carry out political assassinations on U.S. soil. According…