A black bear paid a visit to a residential area in Slinger.

Neighbors spotted a bear wandering through backyards in Slinger, Wisconsin, early Tuesday morning, leaving residents stunned ...

Chasing, cornering, or trying to relocate wildlife too quickly can sometimes create more risk for both animals and people.

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) encourages the public to be bear aware. Every spring, Wisconsin’s black bears emerge from their winter torpor and leave their dens in search of food ...

MEDFORD, Wis. -- A couple was attacked by a bear inside their northern Wisconsin home Friday night after the animal broke through their window, authorities said. The husband and wife were both injured ...

Applications for the 2026 black bear and spring turkey hunting seasons are due by 11:59 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 10 The drawing for 2026 black bear harvest authorizations will occur in February. Turkey ...

MADISON, Wisconsin — Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources officials are encouraging residents to report any black bear den locations they have found across the state to help them with an ongoing ...

WAUSAU, Wis. (WSAW) - As black bears emerge from hibernation, human activities — especially outdoor cooking and bird feeders— can draw bears into neighborhoods. “A black bear’s sense of smell is seven ...

As part of its continued research project on black bear reproduction and population, the Department of Natural Resources is again encouraging the public to report any bear den locations they find this ...

"Mr. Potter" is a 1.5-year-old black bear from the Alaska Zoo. He was rescued as a cub last fall after his mother died, then transferred to the zoo to receive treatment and care. The team at the ...