US News Dad arrested by environmental officials after fatally shooting black bear that came ‘within feet’ of his kids By Isabel Keane Published April 22, 2025, 10:01 a.m. ET ...

This story, “Face to Face,” appeared in the July 1968 issue of Outdoor Life. EVEN IF ITS HAIR isn’t bris­tling the wrong way, a 300-pound bear standing on his hind feet is a spine-chilling thing to ...

For the first time in more than 20 years, a black bear has been spotted in Licking County. Here's how to protect your house and yard and yourself.