Heavy police presence blocks I-95 ramp in East Greenwich
A heavy police presence was seen on Division Road in East Greenwich, with the I-95 north on-ramp blocked and officers plus animal-control members at the scene as NBC 10 seeks more information.
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Chapel Hill Fox Bite Sparks Local Wildlife Alert
Two people were bitten by a fox in Chapel Hill, Orange County, and Animal Control is trying to locate and capture the animal; residents are urged to monitor their surroundings and avoid wildlife as rabies precautions are explained, including post‑exposure steps for people and a 96‑hour vaccine booster requirement for pets with suspected exposure under North Carolina law.
Fox’s Sunday Shake‑up: Animal Control Joins Animation Block, Baywatch Delayed to Midseason
Fox’s Fall 2026 schedule leans on a mostly returning slate while reworking Sundays: Animal Control moves into the Animation Domination block and Bob’s Burgers is held for midseason, with Baywatch scheduled to debut in January as part of a broader rollout that includes new dramas The Interrogator and Baywatch alongside Memory of a Killer and Murder In a Small Town; Fox also tees up midseason and 2027‑28 entries like Marriage Market, Highway to Heaven and a Stewie spin‑off to expand its scripted and unscripted lineup.
Rabies-Linked Dog Attack Leaves Woman Injured; Two Dogs Still Loose in Robertson County
A 62-year-old woman was seriously injured when three medium-to-large dogs attacked her on State Line Road in Robertson County. One dog was captured and later euthanized after authorities found evidence suggesting it was rabid; tests will confirm. Two dogs remain at large and are described as lab-pitt mixes. The owners were arrested on 3 counts of felony Dogs At Large and 2 counts of animal neglect/cruelty. A public health alert warns of possible rabies exposure and urges anyone with contact to seek medical evaluation; residents are urged to exercise caution and contact authorities if they spot the dogs.
Rabies confirm in Loxahatchee after bat hid in a shoe bites resident
Rabies has been confirmed in the Arden community of Loxahatchee after a bat hiding inside a resident’s shoe bit them; Animal Care and Control says the incident occurred and officials are investigating and advising precaution.
Two rabies cases in Orange County prompt wildlife exposure precautions
Orange County reports two rabies-positive animals—a raccoon in Chapel Hill and a cat in Hillsborough—leading to animal-control actions; a dog bitten by the raccoon is being treated, and the person exposed to the cat is receiving rabies prophylaxis. Health officials note risk assessment is used to decide post-exposure treatment, and pet-vaccination rules require boosters for exposed vaccinated pets (within 96 hours) or quarantine/euthanasia for unvaccinated pets. Rabies remains fatal; bats are common hosts, and contact animal control or 911 after hours if exposure occurs.
Raleigh Rabies Alert: Rabid raccoon captured near Pullen Road
A raccoon captured near Western Boulevard and Pullen Road in Raleigh tested positive for rabies. Animal control and Wake County health officials advise residents to avoid unknown animals, ensure pets are vaccinated, keep outdoor pets indoors until booster shots, do not feed stray animals, secure trash, and report unusual animal behavior to 919-831-6311. A rabies case was also reported in Chapel Hill earlier in March.
San Francisco Mountain Lion Tranquilized and Released After Pacific Heights Sighting
A 2-year-old, 77-pound mountain lion that had been prowling San Francisco's Pacific Heights was located, tranquilized, and captured; officials released the animal back into the wild, noting that mountain lions generally avoid people but can wander into urban areas, with multiple sightings prompting safety reminders.
San Francisco’s Mountain Lion Moment: From Spotted to Safe Release
A young mountain lion roamed San Francisco’s Pacific Heights at night, prompting a citywide response. It wedged between two apartment buildings and was tranquilized by a coordinated team from animal care and control, police, fire department, and the zoo. The 77-pound male was examined, immobilized, and released back into the South Bay habitat, marking another unusual wildlife moment in the city.
Family Injured in Rabid Cat Attack Highlights Animal Control Gaps
A family in Pennsylvania faced significant challenges due to the state's fragmented animal control system after being attacked by a rabid cat, highlighting gaps in local and state response capabilities, high costs of testing and treatment, and the lack of coordinated resources for rabies cases, especially involving feral animals.
First Rabies Case in Chicago Dog in Decades
A dog in Chicago tested positive for rabies, marking the first case in Cook County in over 60 years. The dog, adopted from a Florida rescue, showed behavioral issues and had been vaccinated in June. Authorities are investigating the source and are assessing contacts for potential treatment.
Central Pa. Family's Rabid Cat Attack Highlights Animal Control Gaps
A family in Berks County, PA, faced significant challenges due to the state's fragmented animal control system after being attacked by a rabid cat, highlighting gaps in local and state responsibilities, high costs of rabies treatment, and lack of coordinated response resources.
Drunk Raccoon Passes Out in Virginia Liquor Store Bathroom
A raccoon broke into a Virginia liquor store, caused chaos by smashing bottles and falling through a ceiling tile, and was found passed out in the bathroom by an employee. The animal control officer took the raccoon to the shelter, where it sobered up and was released back into the wild, having learned a lesson about breaking and entering.
Drunk Raccoon Passes Out in Liquor Store Bathroom After Ransacking
A drunken raccoon broke into a Virginia liquor store, helped itself to alcohol, and passed out in the bathroom. It was taken to animal control, sobered up, and released back into the wild, with the store thanking the animal control team for their help.
Drunken raccoon passes out in Virginia liquor store bathroom after rampage
A raccoon broke into a Virginia liquor store, caused chaos by smashing bottles and falling through a ceiling tile, then passed out on the bathroom floor after drinking alcohol, before being taken back to the wild by animal control.