Shark bites teen surfer at New Smyrna Beach

An 18-year-old man suffered a shark bite while surfing at New Smyrna Beach on Friday, officials say.

Friday fishing report: July 18, 2025
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Captain Dylan Hubbard says tides are slower-moving as we approach a new moon, meaning fish are looking for deeper pockets, or so-called ?ambush points.?

Video: Loggerhead turtle wedged between rocks rescued on Florida beach

A loggerhead turtle was returned to the ocean after getting wedged between rocks on a Florida beach, being rescued by first responders.

New tiny world beyond Neptune discovered, giving boost to ‘Planet Nine’ theory

Researchers use the Subaru Telescope in Hawaii to find a small object on the outer edge of the Solar System. Nicknamed “Ammonite," researchers say it could provide more evidence to the hypothetical “Planet Nine" beyond Neptune.

Iceland volcano eruption caught on camera

A volcano erupted on Iceland's Reykjanes Peninsula, prompting evacuations in the surrounding area.

Teen girl attacked, bitten by 10-foot alligator in Florida, deputies say

A teenage girl is recovering after being bitten by a 10-foot alligator, according to the Walton County Sheriff's Office. The incident occurred in Pond Creek, about 20 to 25 miles northeast of Destin.

Florida Python Challenge kicks off Friday. Here's what to know

The annual Florida Python Challenge starts Friday in South Florida, and participants can win thousands of dollars in prizes.

Friday fishing report: July 11, 2025
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Captain Dylan Hubbard says the latest full moon has led to lots of water flushing, making for a good bite in the bay.

Florida panther hit by car in Pasco County — the first death ever recorded there

Wildlife officials confirmed a male Florida panther, estimated to be two or three years old, was killed last week by a vehicle on I-75 near State Road 56 in Wesley Chapel.

Lulu’s Law: Proposed national shark attack alert system aims to boost beach safety

A new federal bill aimed at preventing shark attacks by sending real-time alerts to beachgoers’ phones is making waves in Congress. The legislation, known as Lulu’s Law, passed the U.S. Senate this week and is now headed to the House for a vote.

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy named acting NASA administrator

U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy will dually serve as acting NASA administrator, President Donald Trump announced Wednesday.

Bear surprised by motion-activated sprinkler: Video

A black bear got quite the surprise when it activated a sprinkler in a yard in Minnesota. The hilarious moment was caught on video.

Video: Florida deputy removes python from pool deck

A deputy in southwest Florida helped a family remove an unwanted guest at their pool party: a ball python.

Astronaut photographs elusive luminous event from far above Earth

An astronaut aboard the International Space Station has shared a striking photo of what is known as a Transient Luminous Event seen above a thunderstorm over Mexico and the Desert Southwest earlier in the week.

Friday fishing report: July 4, 2025
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Captain Dylan Hubbard says the recent weather pattern has made the water a bit more murky, but it?s also kept the temperature down, which helps the fish get more active.