FWC: 13-foot alligator attacked, killed Florida woman, DNA test confirms

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) said laboratory testing has confirmed that DNA from 31-year-old Brittany Clark matched a 13-foot alligator captured after the deadly attack on the Econlockhatchee River last month.

9-foot alligator cools off in pool of Venice home

A Venice homeowner got quite the wake-up call when a 9-foot, 4-inch alligator pushed through the home’s screened enclosure before taking an early morning dip in the pool, according to the Venice Police Department.

Frontier Airlines to add Starlink high-speed Wi-Fi on flights

Frontier Airlines announced Tuesday that it plans to introduce high-speed inflight internet powered by SpaceX's Starlink beginning in early 2027, marking a major upgrade for the ultra-low-cost carrier as it continues investing in new amenities aimed at attracting travelers.

Tyrannosaurus rex fossil sells for record $50 million at auction

A Tyrannosaurus Rex skeleton known as Gus set a record for the most expensive fossil ever sold at an auction for $50 million at an auction Wednesday. 

New moon weekend great for nighttime fishing
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Capt. Dylan Hubbard with Hubbard's Marina says a new moon weekend is approaching which means nighttime fishing is  primetime for catching a lot of fish and beating the heat while you do it.

Florida’s 2026 Python Challenge begins Friday: Here’s what to know

Python hunters in Florida will begin competing in the state’s annual removal competition one minute after the clock strikes midnight on Friday. 

23andMe data breach victims to receive $46.75 million payout

A United States bankruptcy judge ordered genetic testing company 23andMe to pay a nearly $50 million settlement for a 2023 hack that led to the data leak of millions of their customers. 

Watch: Heroic husky protects child from charging bear

A family’s husky showcased his protective instincts after a bear came charging at their driveway with a child standing there.

Florida alligator that killed woman performed 'death roll' during attack: Report

The Orange County Medical Examiner's Office has released its preliminary report into the death of Brittany Clark, the Florida woman who was attacked and killed by a large alligator at Little Big Econ State Forest.

Global ocean temperatures hit record high for this time of year

Global sea surface temperatures have reached record highs for this time of year, surpassing previous records set in 2023 and 2024, according to new data.

Best times to fish during hot quarter moon weekend
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Capt. Dylan Hubbard with Hubbard's Marina says the best opportunities to fish this weekend come during the early morning or late evening hours. Hubbard says this is when the water will be coolest amidst a quarter moon weekend when we are seeing lots of heat and warm water.

Boyfriend of Florida woman killed in alligator attack: She was amazing, caring

The boyfriend of Brittany Clark, the Florida woman who was attacked and killed by an alligator, remembered her as someone who was strong, caring, outgoing, and loved to be out on the water.

White House names Harvard professor to lead handpicked UFO council

The Trump administration selected a controversial Harvard astronomer to lead their new scientific advisory council to study if UFOs may present any national security risks.