Friday fishing report: September 19, 2025
Captain Dylan Hubbard says fishing conditions have improved as water temperatures have calmed down.
Captain Dylan Hubbard says fishing conditions have improved as water temperatures have calmed down.
Study reveals pre-CTE damage in brains of even young contact-sport athletes
An NIH-funded study of athletes under 51 found repeated head impacts can cause early neuron loss and brain inflammation years before CTE is detectable.
An NIH-funded study of athletes under 51 found repeated head impacts can cause early neuron loss and brain inflammation years before CTE is detectable.
UF researchers use AI smart traps to catch invasive tegu reptiles
University of Florida researchers are using AI technology to trap an invasive reptile species to protect native wildlife.
University of Florida researchers are using AI technology to trap an invasive reptile species to protect native wildlife.
Florida woman fights off gator dragging leashed puppy into creek while on walk
A dog and its owner are recovering after an alligator dragged them into a creek in Pasco County.
A dog and its owner are recovering after an alligator dragged them into a creek in Pasco County.
Shrimp at over 20 Tampa Bay restaurants being re-tested after falsely claiming Gulf shrimp was being served
Shrimp dishes are a staple at many Tampa Bay area restaurants, but according to seafood experts, customers may not be getting what they’re paying for.
Shrimp dishes are a staple at many Tampa Bay area restaurants, but according to seafood experts, customers may not be getting what they’re paying for.
Friday fishing report: September 12, 2025
Captain Dylan Hubbard says recent rain has impacted inshore fishing, giving the water more of a brackish look and creating a strong water flow.
Captain Dylan Hubbard says recent rain has impacted inshore fishing, giving the water more of a brackish look and creating a strong water flow.
Zookeeper in Thailand dies after being attacked by lions in front of visitors
The zookeeper had exited his vehicle before he was attacked from behind.
The zookeeper had exited his vehicle before he was attacked from behind.
Rocks found by NASA's Mars rover offer strongest hints yet of past life
Rocks found on Mars may provide the strongest evidence yet of past life on the Red Planet, but more testing is needed to back up those findings.
Rocks found on Mars may provide the strongest evidence yet of past life on the Red Planet, but more testing is needed to back up those findings.
DEP grants to enhance Lakeland lakes: New technology set for trial at Lake Morton
Lake Mirror is one of three city lakes with excessive nutrient levels that will be cleaned up.
Lake Mirror is one of three city lakes with excessive nutrient levels that will be cleaned up.
Video: Florida K-9 finds bear while searching woods for suspect
A Volusia County K-9 encountered his first bear while searching for a suspect on Saturday night.
A Volusia County K-9 encountered his first bear while searching for a suspect on Saturday night.
Hikers on psychedelic mushrooms rescued after getting lost in NY mountains
A hiking trip took a “trippy" turn that ended with a group having to be rescued from a popular mountain destination in New York State last month.
A hiking trip took a “trippy" turn that ended with a group having to be rescued from a popular mountain destination in New York State last month.
Arkansas man, 72, mauled by 70-pound bear
The man suffered extensive injuries to his face and upper body before being airlifted to a hospital.
The man suffered extensive injuries to his face and upper body before being airlifted to a hospital.
Man dies in shark attack at Sydney beach
A man in his 50s was killed by a large shark while surfing at a beach near Sydney, Australia on Saturday.
A man in his 50s was killed by a large shark while surfing at a beach near Sydney, Australia on Saturday.
Total lunar eclipse coinciding with this weekend’s full moon
This month’s full moon coincides with a lunar eclipse – but it unfolds on the opposite side of the world Sunday night and early Monday.
This month’s full moon coincides with a lunar eclipse – but it unfolds on the opposite side of the world Sunday night and early Monday.
VIDEO: Wild boar busts into Florida home, rams deputy in 'hog-wild' interaction
A Florida family was stunned when a wild boar decided to bust into their home and go "hog wild." Deputies with the Lee County Sheriff's Office (LCSO) captured the incident on bodycam footage as they helped to remove the wild animal.
A Florida family was stunned when a wild boar decided to bust into their home and go "hog wild." Deputies with the Lee County Sheriff's Office (LCSO) captured the incident on bodycam footage as they helped to remove the wild animal.
Friday fishing report: September 5, 2025
Captain Dylan Hubbard says this weekend?s full moon will bring lots of moving water into the upcoming work week. Recent rain has also dropped the water temperature inshore, making the fish move a little more.
Captain Dylan Hubbard says this weekend?s full moon will bring lots of moving water into the upcoming work week. Recent rain has also dropped the water temperature inshore, making the fish move a little more.
Rare manatee sighting in Texas temporarily halts $64 million construction project
According to the Texas Marine Mammal Stranding Network, sometimes West Indian Manatees migrate from Florida to Texas in the summer. These sightings are still rare.
According to the Texas Marine Mammal Stranding Network, sometimes West Indian Manatees migrate from Florida to Texas in the summer. These sightings are still rare.
New seagrass project aims to feed manatees in Apollo Beach
Every winter, hundreds of manatees huddle near Tampa Electric’s Big Bend Power Station in Apollo Beach, drawn to its warm waters. But while the site has long been a sanctuary, it hasn’t offered much in the way of natural food.
Every winter, hundreds of manatees huddle near Tampa Electric’s Big Bend Power Station in Apollo Beach, drawn to its warm waters. But while the site has long been a sanctuary, it hasn’t offered much in the way of natural food.
September skygazing guide: Saturn shines bright, Corn Moon and Autumnal equinox
Early risers have the chance to see six planets at once.
Early risers have the chance to see six planets at once.
Dozens of scientists cite errors in Energy Department climate change report
A group of scientists published a report challenging findings from a Department of Energy report that experts suggest obscure facts about climate change.
A group of scientists published a report challenging findings from a Department of Energy report that experts suggest obscure facts about climate change.



















