Florida man accused of dealing drugs, promoting dogfighting kept 9-foot alligator on property: JSO
A drug bust in Florida landed a man in jail and led to the rescue of a 9-foot alligator and multiple neglected dogs that may have been used for dog fighting, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.
Lu, beloved Homosassa Springs hippo, dies at 65
Lu, a hippopotamus who spent more than 60 years at Ellie Schiller Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park, has died, park officials announced late Sunday.
Bald eagle infected with bird flu successfully rehabbed, released back into wild
A bald eagle infected with bird flu is back in the wild after making a full recovery.
Friday fishing report: June 6, 2025
Captain Dylan Hubbard says recent rain and cloud cover has lowered the sea surface temperature, especially in back bay areas. That?s ?waking up? the fish, according to Hubbard, leading to a better bite.
Hay bales on Bradenton Beach safeguard sea turtles
Bradenton Beach saw extreme damage from hurricanes Helene and Milton.
St. Pete City Council unanimously approves $5 million for Tropicana Field repairs
St. Pete councilors unanimously approved $5 million for Tropicana Field repairs, and said the project was currently tracking to meet its expected budget.
Clearwater Marine Aquarium welcomes dolphins from Gulf World amid investigation into 5 dolphin deaths
Four dolphins from a panhandle aquarium that’s under investigation after five dolphins died in over a six-month span, arrived at the Clearwater Marine Aquarium on Tuesday.
Manatee County 44th Avenue East construction ahead of schedule despite eagle nest work around
Construction continues in Manatee County on the 44th Avenue East extension, which is expected to help relieve some of the congestion on I-75 as well as State Road 64 and 70.
Rabbit v. squirrel: The adorable showdown we've all been waiting for
A Texas woman did not expect the ruckus that ensued when a squirrel and a rabbit both had eyes on food she'd scattered about.
FWC marine mammal facility at Eckerd College to get $18M upgrade
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’s marine mammal facility on Eckerd College’s campus is getting an upgrade.
Trump pardons 2 divers who freed 19 sharks off the coast of Florida
Two South Florida shark divers convicted of theft for freeing 19 sharks and a giant grouper from a fisherman’s longline several miles from shore have been pardoned by President Donald Trump.
Video: Florida trapper wrangles alligator found in pool
Deputies and a professional trapper in South Florida had a tough time getting a 7-foot gator out of a swimming pool, with video showing the struggle in a family's backyard.
7 Gulf World Marine Park dolphins OK'd to be transferred to another facility: NOAA
Seven of the 11 dolphins at Gulf World Marine Park in Florida's Panhandle have received approval to be transferred to another facility in Florida.
Tampa Bay Rays to hold huge yard sale at the Trop
The Tampa Bay Rays are holding a yard sale at the Trop at the end of May.
Gulf World Marine Park: Florida opens criminal investigation into dolphin deaths
Several dolphins have reportedly died over the span of five months at a Florida marine park and aquarium, prompting several investigations, including a statewide criminal investigation, according to officials and media reports.
Friday fishing report: May 30, 2025
Captain Dylan Hubbard says back bay waters are clean and clear for the time being, with this weekend?s expected rain likely making for better fishing conditions after a period of heat.
Man used life vest to fend off alligator attack at Lake Kissimmee State Park
New details have been released about a violent alligator attack that left a woman seriously injured while kayaking in Lake Kissimmee State Park earlier this year.
Alligator with ball stuck in mouth spotted on NC golf course
An alligator showed up to tee time at a golf course in North Carolina with a soccer ball stuck in its mouth.
Bear crashes through Kentucky home's ceiling after climbing into attic
A family in Kentucky received an unusual wake-up call last week after a bear came crashing through the ceiling of their home and landed inside the kitchen.
Florida swimmer startled by shark at Panama City Beach: 'You're fine!'
A shark was spotted at Panama City Beach swimming near a startled swimmer.