This photo provided by City of Venice Florida shows a whale on Sunday, March 10, 2024, off Venice, Fla.
State
2 years ago
Sperm whale dies after beaching along Florida’s Gulf Coast

Biologists say the whale measured at about 44 feet long, roughly the size of a large school bus, and weighs as much as 70,000 pounds.

Photos
2 years ago
Four astronauts from four countries return to Earth after six months in orbit | PHOTOS

The capsule splashed into the Gulf of Mexico near the Florida Panhandle.

Crime & Safety
2 years ago
Man sentenced to life for violent sexual battery that happened over decade ago

The SAO says they were able to connect 45-year-old Andy Carrillo to the incident after his DNA linked him to a similar case in Tampa.

State
2 years ago
Man bitten by a crocodile after falling off his boat at a Florida Everglades marina

The National Park Service says the 68-year-old man was attempting to swim to shore when witnesses saw him go under water.

Local
2 years ago
Sumter County deputies looking for missing, endangered man

Deputies say 24-year-old Adrian Garcia is possibly headed to Miami driving a 2014 black Chevrolet Camaro.

State
2 years ago
NAACP urges student-athletes to reconsider Florida colleges after state eliminates DEI programs

NFL Hall of Famer and Florida legend Emmitt Smith urged minority athletes at his alma mater to “be aware and vocal” about the decision.

National
2 years ago
How do animals react during a total solar eclipse? Scientists plan to find out in April

In 2017, researchers detected strange animal behaviors at a South Carolina zoo that was in the path of total darkness.

Education
2 years ago
Florida teachers can discuss sexual orientation and gender ID under ‘Don’t Say Gay’ bill settlement

In a statement, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis’ office described the deal as a “major win” with the law formally known as the Parental Rights in Education Act remaining intact.

Crime & Safety
2 years ago
Tactical units called in to bust a suspected drug house in Citrus County

The house is located near three schools in Inverness.

Community
2 years ago
Lady Lake to host Easter Eggstravaganza at Snooky Park

This community event will take place on Saturday, March 23, from 10 a.m. to noon at Snooky Park.