Champaign Voices

Scientists Revive Dire Wolf Talk After Gene-Editing Breakthrough Headlines

Published: June 29, 2026

A wave of coverage about ancient DNA and gene editing has the public debating whether extinct animals should return and who would be responsible for the poop. What do you think?

“We can't handle golden doodles. Sit down.”

“Bring them back only if they pay property tax.”

“I don't need a dire wolf near my compost.”