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Connecticut Lawmakers Vote to Allow Use of Deadly Force Against Bears

Connecticut lawmakers voted Friday to take steps to protect people from the state’s growing bear population. But they stopped far short of a bear hunt and restrictions on people unintentionally feeding the hungry animals. The legislation, which cleared the House …

Connecticut Couple Can No Longer Bear Wild Animal Snapping Photos on Their Property

A Connecticut husband and wife claim in a lawsuit that a bear with a camera is violating their Fourth Amendment right to be free from unreasonable searches and seizures. They want the state to stop it. Mark and Carol Brault …

Beware of Foraging Bears in Hyperphagia Dealing With Acorn Shortage

Wildlife officials in Connecticut are warning residents against feeding bears particularly over the next few months as the animals step up their hunt for the extra food they will need before hibernating for the winter. According to the Connecticut Department …