Florida spearfisherman attacked by shark minutes after reassuring family: 'Sharks won’t do anything to you'
What began as a routine free-diving trip off Florida’s coast ended with a bull shark bite for a veteran spear fisherman—just minutes after reassuring his visiting family not to worry about the famed predators.
What began as a routine free-diving trip off Florida’s coast ended with a bull shark bite for a veteran spear fisherman—just minutes after reassuring his visiting family not to worry about the famed predators.
2025 Python Challenge: Florida woman wins with 60-snake haul; record 294 invasive pythons caught
A Florida woman has claimed the top prize in the 2025 Python Challenge after capturing 60 Burmese pythons during the 10-day hunting event in the Everglades.
A Florida woman has claimed the top prize in the 2025 Python Challenge after capturing 60 Burmese pythons during the 10-day hunting event in the Everglades.
Group sues FWC over proposed bear hunt
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is kicking off a two-day meeting on Wednesday, with the idea of a bear hunt being discussed on the agenda. One group is taking legal action against the proposal, saying bears are not a threat to humans, and bears have nowhere to live because of development.
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is kicking off a two-day meeting on Wednesday, with the idea of a bear hunt being discussed on the agenda. One group is taking legal action against the proposal, saying bears are not a threat to humans, and bears have nowhere to live because of development.
FWC to begin 2-day meeting: Bear hunt on the agenda
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is kicking off a two-day meeting on Wednesday, with the idea of a bear hunt being discussed on the agenda. The debate has been going on for years now. FOX 35's Randi Hildreth heads over to Tallahassee to explain the importance of the decision.
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is kicking off a two-day meeting on Wednesday, with the idea of a bear hunt being discussed on the agenda. The debate has been going on for years now. FOX 35's Randi Hildreth heads over to Tallahassee to explain the importance of the decision.
FWC to discuss Florida bear hunt rules on Wednesday
On Wednesday, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) will weigh whether or not to start a seasonal bear hunt in Florida. The last hunt the Sunshine State had was 10 years ago. FOX 35's Amanda Ruiz has the latest updates on the coming vote.
On Wednesday, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) will weigh whether or not to start a seasonal bear hunt in Florida. The last hunt the Sunshine State had was 10 years ago. FOX 35's Amanda Ruiz has the latest updates on the coming vote.
ULA's new Vulcan rocket launches 'national security' mission from Florida
The United Launch Alliance (ULA) launched its first U.S. national security launch aboard its new Vulcan rocket on Tuesday night.
The United Launch Alliance (ULA) launched its first U.S. national security launch aboard its new Vulcan rocket on Tuesday night.
Perseid Meteor Shower 2025: When and where to watch this week
The Perseids meteor shower, considered the best of the year by NASA, is set to peak soon.
The Perseids meteor shower, considered the best of the year by NASA, is set to peak soon.
Apollo 13 commander Jim Lovell dies at 97
Andrew Chaikin, author and space journalist joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to discuss the life and legacy of Jim Lovell, the Commander of NASA's Apollo 13 mission who died today at the age of 97, according to his family. Lovell was played by Tom Hanks in the 1995 movie "Apollo 13," directed by Ron Howard.
Andrew Chaikin, author and space journalist joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to discuss the life and legacy of Jim Lovell, the Commander of NASA's Apollo 13 mission who died today at the age of 97, according to his family. Lovell was played by Tom Hanks in the 1995 movie "Apollo 13," directed by Ron Howard.
James Lovell, astronaut and Apollo 13 commander, dies
Astronaut James Lovell, who was commander of the 1970 Apollo 13 mission, has died. Here's what we know.
Astronaut James Lovell, who was commander of the 1970 Apollo 13 mission, has died. Here's what we know.
SpaceX rocket to launch Amazon Kuiper satellites from Florida on Sunday
SpaceX is preparing to launch the KF-02 mission on Sunday morning, sending Amazon's Kuiper satellites into space from Florida.
SpaceX is preparing to launch the KF-02 mission on Sunday morning, sending Amazon's Kuiper satellites into space from Florida.
SpaceX postpones Falcon 9 rocket launch of KF-02 mission from Florida
SpaceX is standing down on a Thursday launch for the KF-02 mission on Friday from Cape Canaveral. The launch was postponed to Friday to allow crews to perform more vehicle checks.
SpaceX is standing down on a Thursday launch for the KF-02 mission on Friday from Cape Canaveral. The launch was postponed to Friday to allow crews to perform more vehicle checks.
VIDEO: Florida shark, stingray get into tussle off the coast of Panama City Beach
WATCH: A shark and stingray engaged in quite the tussle last month off the shore of Panama Beach in Florida. A woman was able to capture the moment on camera.
WATCH: A shark and stingray engaged in quite the tussle last month off the shore of Panama Beach in Florida. A woman was able to capture the moment on camera.
Shark, stingray fight off coast of Florida beach
Florida beachgoers watched as a shark fought with a stingray on Thursday, July 31, right by the shore at Panama City Beach. The moment was captured on video by Chloe Peterson.
Florida beachgoers watched as a shark fought with a stingray on Thursday, July 31, right by the shore at Panama City Beach. The moment was captured on video by Chloe Peterson.
New manta ray species discovered off off the coast of Florida
Marine researchers have identified a new species of manta ray off the coast of Florida, marking only the third known manta ray species in the world.
Marine researchers have identified a new species of manta ray off the coast of Florida, marking only the third known manta ray species in the world.
NASA's SpaceX Crew-11 undocks at the ISS
NASA and SpaceX successfully launched the Crew-11 mission from Kennedy Space Center in Florida on Friday, and the spacecraft has no arrived at the International Space Station (ISS). The mission includes astronauts from NASA, JAXA, and Roscosmos for a six-month ISS stay.
NASA and SpaceX successfully launched the Crew-11 mission from Kennedy Space Center in Florida on Friday, and the spacecraft has no arrived at the International Space Station (ISS). The mission includes astronauts from NASA, JAXA, and Roscosmos for a six-month ISS stay.
SpaceX Crew-11 launches from Florida, headed to ISS: Watch replay
NASA and SpaceX successfully launched the Crew-11 mission from Kennedy Space Center in Florida on Friday, and the spacecraft is now en route to the International Space Station (ISS).
NASA and SpaceX successfully launched the Crew-11 mission from Kennedy Space Center in Florida on Friday, and the spacecraft is now en route to the International Space Station (ISS).
Florida's Kennedy Space Center named top U.S. attraction by Tripadvisor
Florida's Kennedy Space Center has been named the top attraction in the United States by Tripadvisor. Two other locations in the Sunshine State also made Tripadvisor's awards, and none of them were related to Disney.
Florida's Kennedy Space Center has been named the top attraction in the United States by Tripadvisor. Two other locations in the Sunshine State also made Tripadvisor's awards, and none of them were related to Disney.
SpaceX, Crew-11 rocket launch scrubbed over weather; now targeting Friday
NASA and SpaceX have delayed Thursday’s planned launch of the Crew-11 mission to the International Space Station (ISS). The mission will mark the next exciting chapter in their partnership to support long-duration human spaceflight and cutting-edge research in low-Earth orbit.
NASA and SpaceX have delayed Thursday’s planned launch of the Crew-11 mission to the International Space Station (ISS). The mission will mark the next exciting chapter in their partnership to support long-duration human spaceflight and cutting-edge research in low-Earth orbit.
Scorching heat wave causes flight delays, weight limits across U.S.
Extreme heat is disrupting air travel across the U.S. this week, as record-setting temperatures impact both flight schedules and aircraft performance.
Extreme heat is disrupting air travel across the U.S. this week, as record-setting temperatures impact both flight schedules and aircraft performance.
Florida alligator 'Mr. Pickles' faces eviction from St. Petersburg bar
A five-foot alligator affectionately known as “Mr. Pickles” has become a local celebrity behind a St. Petersburg bar — but his time in the spotlight may be running out.
A five-foot alligator affectionately known as “Mr. Pickles” has become a local celebrity behind a St. Petersburg bar — but his time in the spotlight may be running out.