For decades, cougars disappeared from the Michigan landscape, but increased protections and a burgeoning deer herd have helped the big cats return, leading to repeated sightings throughout the state.

When Rickley investigated, he discovered the dogs jumped a cougar that had been on the carcass of a 3-point buck.

The Michigan DNR is asking for public input in a survey to detect any potential presence of gray wolves. The survey will take ...

People have reported several sightings of animals believed to be cougars in Eden Prairie and Bloomington in the past two weeks. The first report of an animal in the area came on Aug. 14 ...

Confirmed cougar sightings are becoming more frequent in Minnesota, but evidence suggests the large cats are most likely rare visitors to the state, according to the Minnesota Department of ...