Disney's Viviana the hippo turns 50
Walt Disney World is celebrating a special milestone for one of the opening day hippos at Animal Kingdom.
12-foot shark swims into Florida marina: officials
Marine specialists currently are in a Florida lake assessing a 12-foot mako shark that was spotted Friday.
K-9 detects loaded gun at Leesburg High School during search for vapes, police say
A ninth-grade student at Leesburg High School was arrested Thursday morning after a K-9 search for vaping devices uncovered a loaded and stolen handgun in the student’s backpack, according to Leesburg police.
Dogs attack, kill 8-year-old boy near DeLand, sheriff says: 'Tragedy beyond comprehension'
A dog attack has claimed the life of an 8-year-old boy, authorities with the Volusia County Sheriff's Office said.
Rescue dog that was shot, abandoned needs loving home after remarkable recovery: 'Hard to believe'
A dog shot in the face and left to rot in a urine-soaked blanket is on the road to recovery.
How Gatorland is keeping its cold-blooded residents warm and safe
While the rest of us have been getting out our sweaters and mittens the past couple of days, Florida’s famous reptiles don’t have that luxury.
Kitten rescued from Caloosahatchee River by Fort Myers police officer
A wayward kitten had a harrowing ordeal Monday when it fell into the Caloosahatchee River but was saved by quick-acting officers from the Fort Myers Police Department.
How to keep your pets safe during New Year's Eve celebrations
Protect your pets from the stress and dangers of New Year’s Eve with expert-backed tips to create a safe and enjoyable celebration.
It's official: Biden signs new law, designates bald eagle as 'national bird'
The bald eagle has officially been named the U.S. national bird.
Lost Florida cat 'Flounder' found in surprising spot after weekend search
Flounder the cat proved his knack for adventure — and hiding — when he vanished over the weekend, only to be discovered in an unexpected place.
Police: Florida women arrested, facing animal cruelty charges after 32 live dogs, 1 dead dog removed from home
Police say two Florida women are facing multiple animal cruelty charges after police removed 33 animals from one of their properties.
10-foot great white shark pinged off Florida Coast near Brevard County
OCEARCH data shows a 10-foot great white shark was pinged Friday off the coast of Florida near Brevard County.
Good Samaritans save cats inside crate dumped on Palm Bay road
Good Samaritans saved an abandoned kitten dumped and left to die on the side of the road in Palm Bay.
Shooting of Goldendoodle puppy in Brevard County sparks outcry
A Goldendoodle puppy named Maui is recovering after being shot in Brevard County, leaving residents demanding answers.
Panther deaths in Florida highest since 2016, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission reports
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission has reported the death of more than 30 panthers in the state so far in 2024.
Walt Disney World adds three lion siblings to the Savanna at Animal Kingdom
Walt Disney World has announced the addition of three new lion cubs to the Savanna at Animal Kingdom: Mshango, Zahara and Neema.
Horse stuck in pond rescued by Seminole County Fire Rescue
First responders in Seminole County sprang into action Tuesday morning to rescue a horse named Pearl after she became stuck in a muddy pond.
Rare white squirrel drawing attention on Florida's Space Coast
Neighbors are noticing rare white squirrel sightings on the Space Coast.
Woman hospitalized from alleged pitbull attack at Cape Canaveral beach: 'Slashed to pieces'
A woman is recovering after a vicious dog attack in Brevard County.
Volusia County residents rally to help man after he surrendered dog
A 20-year-old New Smyrna Beach man, facing tough times, made the difficult decision to surrender his dog, Sarge, to a local shelter.