Burmese pythons in Florida. The invasive snakes number in the thousands and have unleashed havoc and destruction across more than 1,000 square miles of the Everglades region ecosystem. Native to ...

Florida is experiencing a heatwave with near-record temperatures, part of a larger trend of increasing heat. Heat-related illnesses and deaths are on the rise in Florida, exceeding those from other ...

Florida is affectionately known as the “Sunshine State”, and is one of the most exciting places to visit in America. With stunning beaches, national parks, and grand theme parks, Florida has no ...

The Florida Lottery recommends signing your lottery ticket as soon as you buy it. If you misplace it, your signature should prevent others from claiming your prize. Speaking of misplacing your ticket, ...

Gwen Pratesi is an avid traveler who lives in Amelia Island, Florida. She has traveled throughout the state in search of the best vacation experiences, from romantic beach getaways to exciting outdoor ...

Nicholas Dauk is a longtime Florida resident who regularly explores the Sarasota area, Bradenton included. Whether you want to spend time on the beach or scratch a shopping itch, Dauk knows just where ...

It's safe to say that you will never run out of things to do in Florida. As one of the top tourist destinations in America, we have a little bit of something for everyone. If you enjoy hiking, there ...

Florida's controversial bear hunt is scheduled to take place from Dec. 6 to Dec. 28. A nonprofit organization has filed a lawsuit seeking to halt the hunt, with a hearing scheduled for Nov. 24. The ...

There are more than 4,000 Florida black bears in the state. Feeding bears is illegal in Florida. If a bear comes into your yard, make sure you're safe and it has a clear escape route and then scare it ...

Monday, May 19, kicks off Heat Safety Week from the National Weather Service. It's a good time to be thinking about it. Much of Florida saw near-record temperatures over the weekend as a heat wave ...