Black bear sightings have increased in Ohio, according to state data. Now wildlife officials are studying their population growth in the state.

The move is likely to revive decades-old lawsuits and further endanger already struggling salmon populations.

For the first time in Ohio history, scientists have put a GPS collar on a female black bear in Ashtabula County, according to ODNR.

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See NBC4’s coverage of a black bear sighting this month in Guernsey County in the video player above. COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – Black bears are becoming a more common sight in Ohio, prompting t… ...

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