WFTS: Florida Scientists Help With Discovery Of New Whale Species
Scientists think the Rice's whale died from a small piece of plastic lodged in its stomach.

New Florida law prohibits local bans on pit bulls, other large breeds
The state law stops county, city or municipal governments from banning specific dog breeds.

More than 100 dead dolphins found in Amazon amid historic drought
A historic drought and recent 102-degree temperatures in the Amazon could be to blame for unusually high numbers of animal deaths in the region.

Couple and their dog killed in grizzly bear attack at national park
Responders at the scene encountered the aggressive bear and euthanized it onsite to ensure public safety.

Ford, GM furlough an additional 500 workers in response to UAW strike
The furloughs will impact workers at Ford plants in Chicago and Lima, Ohio, as well as GM's metal centers in Parma, Ohio, and Marion, Indiana.

Police chief resigns nearly 2 months after raid on Kansas newspaper
Gideon Cody's resignation came one day after a Scripps News Kansas City investigation revealed eye-opening witness evidence.

Fingerprints left on a ransom note led police to missing 9-year-old
The note and fingerprints helped lead police to the suspect's residence, where Charlotte Sena was found hidden in a cabinet.