U.S. Air Force uncovers ancient campsite on New Mexico base: 'Marks a pivotal moment'
United States Air Force (USAF) service members recently discovered an ancient campsite that dates back over 8,000 years, according to officials.
NASA to send drone-like lander to explore Saturn’s moon, Titan
The rotorcraft lander, named Dragonfly, is set to launch in July 2028.
NASA confirms mystery object that crashed through Florida home came from space station
A strange item that hurtled through a Naples man's home was a piece of space hardware discarded from the International Space Station, NASA confirmed on Monday.
NASA seeks new ideas for Mars sample return mission due to budget constraints
The current Mars sample return plan would cause NASA to take funds from other planned missions. The space agency is seeking an alternate plan for getting Mars samples back in the 2030s and for less than $7 billion.
How loud do cicadas get?
Certain species of cicadas in North America can produce calls reaching levels of around 100 decibels or higher, akin to the noise produced by a lawnmower or a passing jet aircraft.
Total eclipse of the heart: Couple gets engaged on special Delta flight to totality
A New York City man proposed in one of the most epic ways imaginable, possibly outshadowing the largest shadow of the year.
Wildlife trapper removes huge alligator from backyard near Miami
An 11-foot, 480-pound alligator was removed from the backyard of a south Florida home on Tuesday.
6 things to know about the first space shuttle flight
Back on April 12, 1981, the space shuttle roared to life for the first time. Columbia lifted off from Kennedy Space Center carrying two astronauts – a moonwalker, John Young, and a rookie, Bob Crippen.
Florida's native snake population sees decline caused by invasive parasite: Researcher
The native snake population in Florida is declining, and researchers have found that it's due to an invasive parasite called "Snake Lungworm."
Fish should be excited after nasty weather
Captain Dylan Hubbard with Hubbard’s Marina broke down how the fish should respond after some storms moved through Tampa Bay and shut down boating through the front side of the weekend.
US, Japan announce joint venture for Moon exploration
The pressurized rover will be in addition to one in development by U.S. companies that is expected to be in operation by 2030. The last lunar vehicle to be used on the Moon happened during the Apollo 17 mission in 1972.
'He's all the way inside:' 911 call sheds light on seven-foot gator found in Venice home
A newly-released 911 call is giving deeper insight into the moments after a woman in Venice found a seven-foot alligator inside her home on March 28.
Manatee deaths on Nature Coast causing renewed worries
The recent deaths of several manatees in the Mud River in Hernando County have state wildlife experts along Florida's Nature Coast concerned.
One-eyed pelican with broken wing rescued by Florida deputy
An injured pelican is recovering in Florida after losing its eye and breaking a wing.
Astronauts get eerie view of Moon’s shadow as it trudges across Earth during solar eclipse
The astronauts living and working on the International Space Station orbit the Earth about every 90 minutes, witnessing 16 sunrises and sunsets day, along with up to five eclipses a year.
Peter Higgs, physicist who theorized Higgs boson particle, dies at 94
Peter Higgs, the Nobel prize-winning physicist who theorized the “God particle,” has died.
Happening today: Delta IV Heavy rocket launching in Florida for final time after 63 years of service
The United Launch Alliance (ULA) is sending a Delta IV Heavy rocket up on the NROL-70 mission for the National Reconnaissance Office on Tuesday afternoon.
Solar eclipse 2024: Photos, videos from across the US
The 2024 Great North American eclipse is finally here. Here are live updates from the big event.
I looked at the eclipse without glasses; now what?
Looking at a solar eclipse without glasses is dangerous. If you think you sustained eye damage, visit an eye doctor as soon as possible.
Solar Eclipse 2024: Peak times in Tampa Bay area, how to watch rare event
A total solar eclipse will make its way through parts of the U.S. on Monday. Here's what you need to know to watch the rare celestial event in Tampa.