Wander Franco trial: Rays star faces sexual abuse, human trafficking charges in Dominican Republic
Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Wander Franco is scheduled to go to trial Thursday in the Dominican Republic in a sexual abuse case involving a 14-year-old girl.
Monarch butterfly: Should they be given federal protections?
Depending on where they live in the U.S., some monarch butterfly populations could face extinction by 2080 if they aren’t extended federal protections, one expert said.
Friday Fishing report: Dec. 6, 2024
Captain Dylan Hubbard says fishing is “stellar” this time of year with fronts moving through the Tampa Bay area, leading to extra activity. Inshore, snook are on the move to the back and upper bay waters, along with redfish, shrimp and trout. Nearshore, hogfish are active. Offshore, the red snapper bite is good between fronts.
World's oldest known wild bird lays egg at 74 years old
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service's Pacific region says the 74-year-old Laysan albatross returned to the Midway Atoll National Wildlife Refuge in late November to lay an egg.
Alligator spotted dragging massive Burmese python in Florida Everglades
Visitors to Florida’s Everglades National Park were shocked to witness an alligator hauling a massive Burmese python.
Friday Fishing report: Nov. 29, 2024
Captain Dylan Hubbard says the new moon is bringing lots of moving water and fish activity. Inshore, trout are on the move to the back bay and upper bay, while flounder are also active. Nearshore, hogfish are active as the cold front moves into Florida, along with mangrove snapper. Offshore, red snapper is back open for everyone.
Watch: Terrifying moment massive snake swings towards woman's face
The woman said the snake has visited her home for years and she had no plans to remove it.
Apollo Beach's Manatee Viewing Centers offering a experience
The Manatee Viewing Center in Apollo Beach is a must-visit destination for wildlife enthusiasts and families looking for a unique outdoor experience.
Giraffes could gain endangered species protections under US proposal
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has proposed adding giraffes to the endangered species list.
New monster tarantula species is 'hairy giant among dwarves'
Biologists have discovered a new tarantula species in Cuba that is bigger and hairier than other spiders in its genus.
Pinellas County issues new stadium deadline to Rays
The Tampa Bay Rays have a new deadline to meet.
Lost penguin’s 2,000-mile journey to Australia ends with return to Southern Ocean
The emperor penguin, dubbed Gus, had somehow swam over 2,000 miles from his icy home and was found on a sun-drenched beach in Denmark, Western Australia, earlier this month.
Snake found slithering inside Hawaii Christmas tree shipment
Shop workers unloading a supply of Christmas trees in Hawaii found an unexpected visitor hiding within the shipment.
Manatee found dead in Largo, FWC investigating cause of death
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission says they are investigating what happened after a manatee was found dead in an inlet off of Arvis Cirlce E. in Largo.
Friday Fishing report: Nov. 22, 2024
Captain Dylan Hubbard says fish are moving thanks to cold fronts, meaning they’ll feed actively. That should remain the case through next week ahead of the next new moon on Sunday, Dec. 1.
Wild hog spotted roaming Publix parking lot in Florida
Shoppers in Flagler County encountered an unusual sight outside a Publix grocery store: a wild hog wandering the parking lot.
Rays' new stadium deal faces new roadblocks
St. Pete Mayor Ken Welch is pushing back on the belief that the deal between the city, the county, and the Rays to build a new stadium is in trouble following Hurricane Milton.
Friday Fishing report: Nov. 15, 2024
Captain Dylan Hubbard says there’s been a lot of snook, redfish, flounder and trout action inshore. Nearshore, the cold fronts will concentrate hogfish and make them more predictable. Offshore, lots of mangroves, yellowtails and vermillion are biting while red snapper season is opening again.
Sea turtle nesting season cut short in Pinellas County after Hurricanes Debby, Helene and Milton
Pinellas County’s 21 miles of beach, which the Clearwater Marine Aquarium’s (CMA) Sea Turtle team patrols, were unrecognizable after Hurricanes Debby, Helene and Milton.
St. Petersburg announces the price tag to repair the Trop
The City of St. Petersburg now knows the price tag for fixing the roof of Tropicana Field.