Mysterious affliction causing endangered sawfish to spin and die resurfaces in Florida
Read full article: Mysterious affliction causing endangered sawfish to spin and die resurfaces in FloridaA mysterious affliction that causes prehistoric, endangered smalltooth sawfish to spin erratically in Florida waters and often die appears to have resurfaced, with more than 50 deaths recorded last year, wildlife officials said Wednesday.
Catholics in South Florida mark Ash Wednesday with Pope Francis hospitalized for 20th day
Read full article: Catholics in South Florida mark Ash Wednesday with Pope Francis hospitalized for 20th dayIn South Florida, Catholics attended mass at churches in greater numbers to commemorate Ash Wednesday, which marks the first day of Lent, a 40-day season of prayer, fasting, and charity before Easter on April 20.
Florida alligator attack: Recording of man’s 911 call describes 45 minutes of panic
Read full article: Florida alligator attack: Recording of man’s 911 call describes 45 minutes of panicLaw enforcement released a man’s 45-minute-long 911 call on Tuesday that was recorded before first responders arrived to help a kayaker after an alligator attack on Monday in central Florida.
‘Trooper’s Law’ clears another hurdle in Florida Senate
Read full article: ‘Trooper’s Law’ clears another hurdle in Florida SenateTrooper's Law, inspired by the Florida dog abandoned during Hurricane Milton evacuations and rescued by Florida Highway Patrol troopers, is making its way through the Florida Senate.
Florida Man Games return for Round 2 as teams vie to be the world’s worst superhero
Read full article: Florida Man Games return for Round 2 as teams vie to be the world’s worst superheroThe Florida Man Games are back for Round 2, as teams from around the state gather to prove they have what it takes to join the ranks of the world’s worst superhero.
Pope had coughing fit, inhaled vomit and now requires assisted ventilation, Vatican says
Read full article: Pope had coughing fit, inhaled vomit and now requires assisted ventilation, Vatican saysThe Vatican says Pope Francis suffered a coughing fit that resulted in him breathing in vomit, requiring non-invasive mechanical ventilation.
FWC to implement ‘Gulf of America’ name change in commission documents
Read full article: FWC to implement ‘Gulf of America’ name change in commission documentsThe Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission said it will implement a "Gulf of America" name change to all of its Commission materials.
Florida teen admits to vandalizing car she thought belonged to ex-boyfriend, according to deputies
Read full article: Florida teen admits to vandalizing car she thought belonged to ex-boyfriend, according to deputiesA Florida teenager is facing charges, along with a friend, after she said she spray painted and threw eggs at what she thought was her ex-boyfriend's car.
Pope Francis spends 13th night hospitalized, makes ‘slight improvement’
Read full article: Pope Francis spends 13th night hospitalized, makes ‘slight improvement’Pope Francis remained hospitalized on Wednesday, his 13th day on the 10th floor of the Agostino Gemelli Hospital in Rome, according to the Holy See Press Office.
‘Trooper’s Law’: Florida bill aims to make abandoning restrained dogs in disasters a felony
Read full article: ‘Trooper’s Law’: Florida bill aims to make abandoning restrained dogs in disasters a felonyTrooper, the Florida dog abandoned during Hurricane Milton evacuations and rescued by Florida Highway Patrol troopers, is the inspiration behind a Senate Bill making its way through the Florida Legislature.
‘Island Boys’ rapper arrested in Florida on gun and drug charges
Read full article: ‘Island Boys’ rapper arrested in Florida on gun and drug chargesFranky Venegas, a member of the “Island Boys” rap group, was arrested over the weekend in southwest Florida on gun and drug charges, Local 10 learned Monday.
Police: Fearful Miami undercover agent uses fentanyl under threat during operation to catch drug dealer
Read full article: Police: Fearful Miami undercover agent uses fentanyl under threat during operation to catch drug dealerA 39-year-old convicted felon felt suspicious, so he forced a Miami undercover agent to use fentanyl, police officers reported.
Trump speaks at Saudi investment conference in Miami Beach
Read full article: Trump speaks at Saudi investment conference in Miami BeachPresident Donald Trump arrived at Miami International Airport Wednesday and after stopping at Trump National Doral spoke at a conference at the Faena Hotel in Miami Beach.
Girl power: South Florida high school weightlifting teams bring home top marks
Read full article: Girl power: South Florida high school weightlifting teams bring home top marksTwo South Florida high school weightlifting teams have made history, bringing home top marks in this weekend's state championships.
Frontier makes another takeover bid for Spirit Airlines and it is rejected, again
Read full article: Frontier makes another takeover bid for Spirit Airlines and it is rejected, againSpirit Airlines is rebuffing the latest takeover offer from Frontier Group, with the discount airline saying that it prefers focusing on its current reorganization plan.
Another Florida university picks a former Republican lawmaker as its next president
Read full article: Another Florida university picks a former Republican lawmaker as its next presidentFlorida Atlantic University on Monday picked a former Republican lawmaker as its leader in what is the latest example of a public university in the state picking someone with a political background for such high-paying posts over experienced academic leaders.
Jimmy Buffett fans need more orders to get specialty Margaritaville license plate
Read full article: Jimmy Buffett fans need more orders to get specialty Margaritaville license plateJimmy Buffett fans can now order specialty “Margaritaville” Florida license plates, but they are just short of a state pre-requisite for the plates to be printed.
Beautiful design chosen for memorial park to remember victims of the MSD tragedy
Read full article: Beautiful design chosen for memorial park to remember victims of the MSD tragedyAn important milestone has been reached in the effort to forever honor the victims of the massacre at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School.