It's going to be a BIG year in Tampa Bay with groundbreaking new rides and exhibits. We're sharing all that's NEW in Tampa ...

On Florida’s Treasure Coast, the adventure is less about finding a chest of gold than the treasure that is Florida’s natural ...

Nearly 20 swans were found dead over the course of three weeks in Orlando's Lake Eola, with local officials confirming a cause of death on Jan. 5 ...

A dozen swans died over the course of a week at Orlando's Lake Eola park. Are the deaths suspicious or were they caused by ...

From quiet neighborhoods disrupted by wild encounters to mysterious sightings, this year was filled with wild animal stories that left residents in Central Florida talking. Here's a look at some of ...

A Eurasian otter is seen standing at the edge of the water, carefully observing its surroundings. The scene captures a quiet pause in the otter’s daily routine within its natural river habitat.

MELBOURNE, Fla. – Hey Daytrippers! If you’re looking for a fun, educational and immersive day out, the Brevard Zoo is the place to be. Celebrating 31 years as a community-built zoo, this spot is all ...

Local sports bar lovers are getting a new spot to bring their family and friends on gameday. Buffalo Wild Wings is building its newest Florida restaurant at 4653 U.S. Highway 90 in Pace, joining a ...

Florida police in Sarasota had their hands full removing a 600-pound alligator earlier this week. Dramatic footage released by the Sarasota County Sheriff’s Department showed seven deputies and a ...

Duke escaped by the skin of its teeth on Tuesday after beating Florida, 67-66, at Cameron Indoor Stadium in the ACC-SEC Challenge. Isaiah Evans was the hero for the fourth-ranked Blue Devils, as he ...

The story of the Peace River is, in a sense, the story of Florida. Parts of it look like they did before Florida was developed. But it also bears the scars of a century and a half of exploitation. We ...

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