CBS News
Orphaned bear cub seen in viral video being pulled from tree thriving after rescue, wildlife refuge says
An orphaned bear cub is doing well two weeks after she was pulled from a tree by a group of people apparently looking to take pictures with her, an animal rescue said Tuesday.
She was taken in by the Appalachian Wildlife Refuge on April 16 — the same day viral video captured the group pulling two bear cubs from a tree in Asheville, North Carolina. One of the cubs was gone by the time someone from the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission arrived. The other, the cub who’s now with the refuge, was lethargic, limping and had a low body temperature, it said.
“Following a time to adjust to being in our care she was introduced to another orphaned cub that arrived previously. Both cubs are thriving and doing well in care,” Appalachian Wildlife Refuge Executive Director Savannah Trantham said. “They are eating well and interacting with enrichment, doing all the things we hope to see with young cubs.”
How the cub was orphaned
It’s not unusual for baby animals to be away from their mothers in the spring and summer, Trantham said. Many mothers will leave their children in safe spaces as they look for food. They return when it’s time to feed their young.
“Even though we see them alone and think they must have been orphaned or abandoned, in most cases they are right where they are supposed to be,” Trantham said.
In the April 16 video, two small cubs were seen perched on branches of a tree near an Asheville apartment complex. A group of five people approached and several of them reached into the leaves to grab hold of the bears. One person managed to yank down a bear and was then seen on video holding the cub as if it were a small child.
Rachel Staudt / North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission
Video also showed one of the cubs temporarily freeing itself and darting out from the area around the tree where the group had gathered. The cub could be seen running over to the fence, standing up on its back legs, briefly changing direction and trying again to get over the fence before another individual came up behind it and seemingly moved to catch it.
Ashley Hobbs, a special projects biologist at the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission who responded to the scene, previously told CBS News in a statement that she arrived to find the group of people still around. Only one of the two cubs was still there and it was sitting in a retention pond on the apartment complex property. The cub was then taken to the Appalachian Wildlife Refuge Center, a rehabilitation facility in nearby Candler.
“This case has understandably brought up feelings of frustration, sadness and anger for many viewers, and we hope the act of witnessing these shocking visuals prompts people to reflect on the very real challenges that wildlife face every day,” Trantham said.
Wildlife Resources Commission officers investigated the incident with the cubs. The individuals involved were all cautioned about the importance of leaving bear cubs alone.
“It is unlawful in NC to capture and keep black bears. However, the bear cubs were immediately released, and officers have determined there will be no charges filed,” a spokesperson for the commission told CBS News on Wednesday.
Caring for the cub
Appalachian Wildlife Refuge has rehabilitated dozens of injured or orphaned bear cubs since 2020, it said. The cubs are cared for in natural habitats that are isolated from the rest of the busy facility.
Appalachian Wildlife Refuge
Caring for the cubs is expensive, Trantham said. It can cost more than $3,000 to get a single cub to a healthy weight.
“If we receive a healthy orphaned cub at a young age, we easily see a $2,000-3,000 food bill with the specialized formulas, dry foods, fresh produce, and whole prey items they get in their varied diets,” Trantham said. “In total, we spend about $20,000-$30,000 per season on the cubs we raise from food, and medical expenses, to habitat maintenance and enrichment.”
The Appalachian Wildlife Refuge facility is closed to the public to limit human interaction with the animals. There’s a small team working with the cubs so they can be kept as wild as possible while being rehabilitated. The team at the refuge expects the cubs will be released as wild bears in the fall.
“We always want to see all wild animals left in the wild and be raised by their mothers, but we work hard every day to provide a place for these wild animals to go for those that truly do need our intervention,” Trantham said.
Emily Mae Czachor contributed reporting.
CBS News
How to watch the Philadelphia Eagles vs. Los Angeles Rams NFL game today: Livestream options, more
Getty Images
The Philadelphia Eagles look to extend a six-game winning streak to seven today when they take on the Los Angeles Rams at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California. The Eagles, who are 8-2 so far this season, are coming off a November 14 win against the Washington Commanders. The Rams, with a record of 5-5, are coming off a November 17 win against the New England Patriots.
Keep reading to find out how to watch the Eagles vs. Rams game today, even without cable.
How and when to watch the Philadelphia Eagles vs. Los Angeles Rams game today
The Philadelphia Eagles vs. Los Angeles Rams game will be played on Sunday, November 24, 2024 at 8:20 p.m. ET (5:20 p.m. ET). The game will stream on Peacock but it can also be viewed locally on NBC and the streaming platforms below.
How and when to watch the Philadelphia Eagles vs. Los Angeles Rams game without cable
While many viewers will be able to watch the game on regular NBC, you have alternatives, too. Just note that the below streaming options will require the use of an internet provider:
Peacock: Watch NBC-aired NFL games without cable
You can stream today’s game in addition to all NBC-aired NFL games and Sunday Night Football on NBC. Peacock subscribers can also watch original programming on the streamer as well as live content airing on NBC if you purchase a Peacock Premium Plus subscription. Plus, you’ll gain access to Peacock’s library of on-demand content. You can buy a one-year subscription to Peacock Premium (with ads) for $80. For $120 annually you can secure a one-year Peacock Premium Plus subscription which is mostly ad-free. Want to pay per month, instead? Peacock Premium is just $8 each month while Peacock Premium is $14.
NFL+: Watch Eagles vs. Rams live on your phone
Do you want to able to watch today’s game no matter where you’re located? Then check out NFL+. You can pay just $7 per month or $40 for the year. The network includes all games, including those being broadcast outside of your local market. You can also upgrade your subscription to NFL+ Premium with NFL RedZone. That will allow viewers to watch up to eight NFL games all at the same time.
Want to support your team? Fanatics is a great way to do so. With the latest player t-shirts, jerseys, hoodies and apparel, there’s plenty of stuff in stock to keep you covered this season. But don’t wait much longer. As each week in the season passes by, competition for this merchandise will increase. Act now before it sells out.
Head over to Fanatics now to check out the latest NFL fan gear drop.
CBS News
How to watch the Dallas Cowboys vs. Washington Commanders NFL game today: Livestream options, more
John Rivera/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images
The Dallas Cowboys will face off with the Washington Commanders today. With a record of 3-7, the Cowboys have had a tough season so far and will be looking to recover after a five-game losing streak. The Commanders, who have racked up a record of 7-4, will be trying to snap a two-game losing streak on the heels of last week’s 26-18 loss against the Eagles.
Here’s how and when you can watch the Cowboys vs. Commanders game today, whether or not you have cable.
How to watch the Dallas Cowboys vs. Washington Commanders
The Cowboys vs. Commanders game will be played on Sunday, November 24, 2024 at 1:00 p.m. ET (11:00 a.m. PT). The game will air on Fox and stream on Fubo and the platforms featured below.
How and when to watch the Dallas Cowboys vs. Washington Commanders game without cable
You can watch this week’s NFL game on Fox via several streaming services. All you need is an internet connection and one of the top options outlined below.
Experience NFL action with Fubo’s comprehensive sports streaming platform. From Sunday showdowns to primetime matchups, catch every NFL game across major networks including CBS, Fox, NBC, ABC, ESPN and NFL Network. Choose the Pro package to unlock 200+ channels and limitless DVR storage, or elevate your game-day experience with the Elite with Sports Plus package, featuring NFL RedZone’s commercial-free scoring highlights and stunning 4K quality.
Test drive the service with a no-commitment seven-day free trial, and share the excitement with family and friends — Fubo supports simultaneous streaming on up to 10 devices, so everyone can watch their favorite teams.
Catch today’s game by subscribing to Sling’s Orange + Blue tier, which features 46 channels, including ESPN, ABC, NBC, and Fox, covering local and nationally broadcast NFL games. The plan also includes 50 hours of DVR storage for added convenience. To expand your NFL coverage, consider pairing it with Paramount+ for CBS games or enhance your lineup with the Sports Extra add-on, which offers channels like NFL RedZone, NBA TV and Golf Channel.
Watching NFL games, including Fox broadcasts, is simple with Hulu + Live TV, which includes 90 channels, unlimited DVR storage, and access to NFL preseason games, live regular season games and studio shows. The service includes ESPN+ and Disney+ in the subscription.
Want to watch today’s game live on your smartphone? Then the NFL+ streaming service is the solution you’re looking for. It lets you watch NFL Network and out-of-market games on mobile devices, with an upgrade option to NFL+ Premium that includes NFL RedZone for watching up to eight games simultaneously. Just note that NFL+ only works on phones and tablets, not TVs.
CBS News
How to watch the San Francisco 49ers vs. Green Bay Packers NFL game today: Livestream options, more
Getty Images
The San Francisco 49ers will take on the Green Bay Packers today. With a split record of 5-5, the 49ers will be looking to secure a win against the Packers after last week’s tight 20-17 loss against the Seattle Seahawks. The Packers, who have racked up a winning record of 7-3 so far this season, could be tough to take down as they look to lock in their second win in a row.
Here’s how and when you can watch the 49ers vs. Packers game today, whether or not you have cable.
Here’s how and when to watch the San Francisco 49ers vs. Green Bay Packers
The 49ers vs. Packers game will be played on Sunday, November 24, 2024 at 4:25 p.m. ET (1:25 p.m. PT). The game will air on Fox and stream on Fubo and the platforms featured below.
How and when to watch the San Francisco 49ers vs. Green Bay Packers game without cable
You can watch this week’s NFL game on Fox via several streaming services. All you need is an internet connection and one of the following options.
Dive into NFL action with Fubo, the ultimate sports streaming platform. Watch every game from Sunday kickoffs to primetime battles on CBS, Fox, NBC, ABC, ESPN, and NFL Network. Upgrade to the Pro package for 200+ channels and unlimited DVR, or level up with the Elite + Sports Plus package for NFL RedZone’s nonstop scoring highlights in stunning 4K. Try Fubo risk-free with a seven-day trial, and enjoy the excitement on up to 10 devices simultaneously — perfect for sharing the game-day experience with family and friends.
Catch today’s game by subscribing to Sling’s Orange + Blue tier, which features 46 channels, including ESPN, ABC, NBC and Fox, covering local and nationally broadcast NFL games. The plan also includes 50 hours of DVR storage for added convenience. To expand your NFL coverage, consider pairing it with Paramount+ for CBS games or enhance your lineup with the Sports Extra add-on, which offers channels like NFL RedZone, NBA TV and Golf Channel.
Watching NFL games, including Fox broadcasts, is simple with Hulu + Live TV, which includes 90 channels, unlimited DVR storage and access to NFL preseason games, live regular season games and studio shows. The service includes ESPN+ and Disney+ in the subscription.
Want to watch today’s game live on your smartphone? If so, NFL+ streaming service is the way to go. It lets you watch NFL Network and out-of-market games on mobile devices, with an upgrade option to NFL+ Premium that includes NFL RedZone for watching up to eight games simultaneously. Note that NFL+ only works on phones and tablets, not TVs.
How to watch the Philadelphia Eagles vs. Los Angeles Rams NFL game today: Livestream options, more
How to watch the Dallas Cowboys vs. Washington Commanders NFL game today: Livestream options, more
How to watch the San Francisco 49ers vs. Green Bay Packers NFL game today: Livestream options, more
How to watch the Philadelphia Eagles vs. Los Angeles Rams NFL game today: Livestream options, more
How to watch the Dallas Cowboys vs. Washington Commanders NFL game today: Livestream options, more