NYSDEC

The Spotted Lanternfly showed up in our state just a few years ago, and now it's everywhere from Albany to Erie County.

Two people got bitten by a beaver on Lake George's Turtle Island over the Fourth of July weekend — and now the DEC has some serious warnings for anyone heading out there this summer.

Two teenage hikers ran from a bear on Buck Mountain — and honestly, most people probably would have done the same thing. Rangers had some thoughts on that.

Warm weather brings out the adventurers, but a serious climbing accident at Mohonk Preserve serves as a stark reminder of the risks involved.

In a surprising turn of events, a night fishing trip led to more than just a catch. Illegal fish kept in the dark — but not for long!

When a bull's dreams of freedom collide with a clever officer’s quick thinking, it’s a tale worth sharing.

Imagine setting out for a stroll and finding yourself lost in a cornfield—this elderly woman’s story is a reminder of life’s unpredictability.

Nothing says adventure like an illegal joyride on a state highway, but this one took a wild turn for the worse.

Thurston’s icy roads reminded everyone just how quickly a winter drive can go awry. Thankfully, local heroes were ready to step in.

On a day meant for fishing, a family faced unimaginable sorrow.