Punch the Monkey Has Captured Hearts Around the World. Here’s Why

A young Japanese macaque, who carries around an orangutan plush toy for emotional support, has gone viral.

How effort to prevent E. coli at AZ petting zoos went down the drain

An investigation by The Arizona Republic tied E. coli cases to the State Fair. Sen. John Kavanagh, R-Fountain Hills, had proposed changes in response.

Arizona lawmakers reject hand-washing rule for petting zoos

An investigation by The Arizona Republic tied E. coli cases to the state fair. Sen. John Kavanagh, R-Fountain Hills, had proposed changes in response.

Hawaii residents sick of early crowing and aggressive pecking could be allowed to kill wild chickens

Hawaii lawmakers are weighing tougher ways to deal with feral chickens, as residents complain about noise, mess, and growing flocks.