3I/Atlas making closest approach to Earth this week
The interstellar comet known as 3I/Atlas will pass within 167 million miles of our planet Friday – the closest it gets on its grand tour of the solar system. Here's what to know.
Must-see video: Father, son dramatically rescued from deep in the alligator-infested Florida Everglades
A father and son in Florida were rescued from the alligator-filled Everglades after their ATV ran out of gas -- stranding them shortly before sunset.
Look up this weekend - Geminids meteor shower will peak and put on a spectacular display
The Geminids meteor shower will light up the night sky this weekend and put on a celestial show.
Good Day Fishing Report | December 12, 2025
Captain Dylan Hubbard has your Good Catch Fishing Report.
Florida gator caught in front of Sarasota County gas station: 'Another Day, another gator'
Sarasota County deputies removed a large swamp puppy from a local gas station this week.
Proposed docks in Stevenson Creek in Clearwater causing concern for manatee activists
Valor Capital wants to put in a multi-dock with room for nine boat slips and a kayak and paddle board floating dock. The Stevenson Creek Advocacy Group, however, is against this, because manatees are present in the creek.
Good Day Fishing Report | December 5, 2025
Captain Dylan Hubbard has your Good Catch Fishing Report.
Look up tonight: Supermoon to soar into the sky
Look up tonight as a Supermoon will rise into the sky. Nicknamed the Cold Moon as winter weather brings colder temperatures, the moon will only be 221,813 miles away from Earth.
Florida lawmakers push to make American Flamingo the official state bird
For many Floridians, the flamingo feels like an obvious symbol of the Sunshine State. From "Phoebe" the giant flamingo sculpture at Tampa International Airport, to the bird’s presence on countless souvenirs, it’s easy to assume it already holds official status.
December skywatching guide: Wrap up 2025 with these can't miss celestial events
With the new year around the corner, December is filled with a robust lineup of celestial events to end the year with a rewarding skywatching experience.
Manatee Rehabilitation Center reopens at CMA more than a year after Hurricanes Helene, Milton
The Clearwater Marine Aquarium just marked a major milestone by reopening its Manatee Rehabilitation Center.
Pinellas teacher struck by lightning while biking in Peru over Thanksgiving holiday
A Palm Harbor Middle School teacher was critically injured after lightning struck him and his friend while they were mountain biking in Peru over the Thanksgiving holiday.
Orphaned manatee calf rescued from House Spring in Crystal River: FWC
An orphaned manatee calf was rescued from House Spring in Crystal River on Monday, according to the FWC.
Rare blue eel stuns divers in underwater footage: Floating ‘piece of silk’
Footage recorded of the rare fish shows the intricacies of the mesmerizing eel and its bright, colorful body.
Florida gator wrangled by former zookeeper turned police officer
A Florida police officer who used to work as a zookeeper got the chance to flaunt her skills when she helped corral an alligator in Cape Coral on Monday, Nov. 24.
TSA sets all time record for daily screenings
The Thanksgiving holiday saw millions of people traveling by air, and on Sunday the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) says it set a new daily screening record with over 3 million travelers screened at airports across the country.
Orban’s Nursery makes dramatic comeback after losing every Poinsettia in 2024 storms
One of the Bay Area’s most vibrant holiday traditions returned on Saturday as Orban’s Nursery in Bradenton displays and sells 50,000 poinsettias at its annual holiday kickoff.
Good Catch Fishing Report: November 28, 2025
Captain Dylan Hubbard has your Good Catch Fishing Report.
Lightning on Mars: Scientists capture crackling sounds
The researchers examined 28 hours of audio recordings, documenting 55 episodes of what they consider to be “mini lightning” over two Martian years.
National Parks raising fees for international tourists visiting popular US parks
The fee change will impact 11 national parks, including the Grand Canyon, Yellowstone and Yosemite, according to the U.S. Department of the Interior.