Mama bear, cubs make themselves at home on South Carolina deck, raid bird feeder
A family in South Carolina captured the bird seed heist on video.
A family in South Carolina captured the bird seed heist on video.
Protecting yourself against mosquitos: Sarasota County Mosquito Management is already taking steps
They’re annoying, they can carry diseases and right now is the time we start to see and feel more mosquitos coming out.
They’re annoying, they can carry diseases and right now is the time we start to see and feel more mosquitos coming out.
Florida organization sets record for Burmese python captures during latest season
The latest season has been a record-breaker for the capture and removal of Burmese pythons, according to the Conservancy of Southwest Florida.
The latest season has been a record-breaker for the capture and removal of Burmese pythons, according to the Conservancy of Southwest Florida.
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.
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.
June’s Strawberry Moon ushers in best time of year to view the Moon
As summer approaches, the Moon will appear lower along the horizon, making it easier to enjoy on evening walks. The Canadian wildfire smoke might also enhance the color.
As summer approaches, the Moon will appear lower along the horizon, making it easier to enjoy on evening walks. The Canadian wildfire smoke might also enhance the color.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Study finds 45% spike in marijuana use by boomers
A new study finds marijuana use among adults 65 and older rose 45% between 2021 and 2023, with sharp increases among those with chronic conditions and higher incomes.
A new study finds marijuana use among adults 65 and older rose 45% between 2021 and 2023, with sharp increases among those with chronic conditions and higher incomes.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Goodyear Blimp turns 100 with unique triple-blimp celebration
As anyone who grew up in Akron can tell you, it's a special day when you see the Goodyear Blimp. This week, as part of the anniversary celebration, fans have a unique chance to see three.
As anyone who grew up in Akron can tell you, it's a special day when you see the Goodyear Blimp. This week, as part of the anniversary celebration, fans have a unique chance to see three.
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.
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.
The Tampa Bay Rays are holding a yard sale at the Trop at the end of May.