Florida lawmakers could again consider replacing the mockingbird as the state bird. Rep. Jim Mooney, R-Islamorada, on Friday ...

His name is Promecheus Arato and he’s far more than just a stuffed lion. Promecheus is one important piece in coach Devin Hill’s new strategy involving the use of symbolism to transfer the emotional ...

The owner, a Ruskin man named Giovanny Aldama Garcia, was charged with aggravated cruelty to animals last year after he left the dog to drown in floodwaters, shocking the conscience of Floridians and ...

A senior dog is “quite the goofball” — and a huge fan of Disney movies, a video shows. Thor the dog was caught “singing” along during the animated movie “Encanto.” Now, the Florida pup needs a new ...

A new bill filed in the Florida Senate seeks to strengthen penalties for animal cruelty committed during states of emergency, ...

Sick or crippled critters keep coming, often faster than the cash to cure them.

Keith Padgett paints the winding rivers, waterside forests and old-timey shrimp boats of Florida’s rural Gulf Coast. Yet, ...

You might not consider Florida a hot spot whale watching; however, you can see right whales during winter. Here's where to safely spot them.

The debate over Florida's state bird could soon return to the forefront as Rep. Jim Mooney, R-Islamorada, filed legislation ...

A polar vortex with the potential to damage Florida's seasonal citrus crop is expected to descend on the state next week -- ...

Discover the enduring spirit of Fort Myers and Bonita Springs, Florida, as we explore top attractions, dining, and cultural gems that showcase the region’s resilience and charm after natural disasters ...

Trooper, the 5-year-old bull terrier that was found tied to a fence outside Tampa right before Hurricane Milton made landfall captured the hearts<a class="excerpt-read-more" href=" More ...