It wasn’t his day. A crazed groundhog sunk its teeth into two out-of-towners this week, and officials in northern New Jersey confirm the animal is infected with rabies.

PUNXSUTAWNEY, Pa. -- Punxsutawney Phil has made his prediction for 2024 Groundhog Day. The honorary groundhog did not see his shadow Friday morning, predicting that there will be an early spring.

Gardeners hate them because a groundhog can consume up to a pound of vegetation per day. Their favorite snacks include tender vegetables like lettuce, broccoli, and beans, but they’re not picky ...