Colorado Springs' own Cheyenne Mountain Zoo is in the running for the best zoo in the country in USA TODAY’s 10Best Readers' Choice awards!

The nomination highlights the zoo’s continued dedication to conservation, education and positive experiences for its visitors ...

The Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens is once again up for national recognition. The zoo is nominated for Best Zoo in USA TODAY’s ...

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Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens is a finalist for USA TODAY's "Best Zoo in the United States" award. The zoo was nominated by ...

In a tough match-up between the Chiefs and the Eagles tonight, anyone could win. We asked the opinions of the experts: Our local zoo animals and K9s.