the morning cram [bear-proof edition]

As the bear population rises in Yellowstone, face to snout encounters are becoming more common.

NPR reports that some bears are helping humans to test bear resistant products.

Kentucky~ Gubernatorial wives are front and center this election cycle. Madisonville PD are on the hunt for drugs. UK receives a grant for a Pharmacogenetics program. Four states team up to stop prescription drug abuse. This year’s spring storms are bringing big money to the region.

Illinois~ A gun advocate group wants gun owners’ names to remain a secret.

Tennessee~  Holly Petraeus visits Fort Campbell in order to address  predatory lenders who target soldiers.