Black bear shot, killed after breaking into Florida home: FWC
A Florida homeowner shot and killed a Black bear that had apparently broken into their home, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. The FWC said it was notified about the incident on Friday morning.
A Florida homeowner shot and killed a Black bear that had apparently broken into their home, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. The FWC said it was notified about the incident on Friday morning.
Sanford residents divided over growing bear sightings in neighborhood
Black bears are increasingly common in Central Florida neighborhoods, and residents in Sanford’s Bookertown community say the animals are becoming a regular—and sometimes unwelcome—sight.
Black bears are increasingly common in Central Florida neighborhoods, and residents in Sanford’s Bookertown community say the animals are becoming a regular—and sometimes unwelcome—sight.
Applications for bear hunt open today
Florida will hold its first bear hunt in 10 years with 187 permits available by lottery. Applications open Friday with the season scheduled for Dec. 6?28 in four regions. FOX 35's Marley Capper has all the details.
Florida will hold its first bear hunt in 10 years with 187 permits available by lottery. Applications open Friday with the season scheduled for Dec. 6?28 in four regions. FOX 35's Marley Capper has all the details.
Florida bear hunt moves forward, with permits available by lottery
The state’s first bear hunt in a decade moves forward on Friday when people seeking to obtain one of the limited number of permits can pay a $5 entry fee.
The state’s first bear hunt in a decade moves forward on Friday when people seeking to obtain one of the limited number of permits can pay a $5 entry fee.
Bear spotted in Orange County apartment complex
A black bear startled residents at the Westbrook Apartments in Orlando, wandering near a stairwell before slipping back toward nearby woods. Neighbors, both amused and cautious, say the sighting has quickly become the talk of the community. FOX 35's Amanda Ruiz gives us more details on the bear, who officials believe is likely young and searching for territory.
A black bear startled residents at the Westbrook Apartments in Orlando, wandering near a stairwell before slipping back toward nearby woods. Neighbors, both amused and cautious, say the sighting has quickly become the talk of the community. FOX 35's Amanda Ruiz gives us more details on the bear, who officials believe is likely young and searching for territory.
Bear spotted roaming Orlando apartment complex sparks neighborhood buzz
A black bear startled residents at the Westbrook Apartments in Orlando, wandering near a stairwell before slipping back toward nearby woods.
A black bear startled residents at the Westbrook Apartments in Orlando, wandering near a stairwell before slipping back toward nearby woods.
Alaska jogger dragged 100 yards by bear in terrifying predawn attack near driveway
A woman in Alaska was mauled by a bear this week near her driveway after she left her home for an early morning jog, state officials confirmed to Fox News Digital.
A woman in Alaska was mauled by a bear this week near her driveway after she left her home for an early morning jog, state officials confirmed to Fox News Digital.
Apopka man fights off bear attack as Florida readies first hunt in decade
A Central Florida man says he fought off a black bear outside his mother-in-law’s home in Apopka after the animal charged and bit him last week. What We Know
A Central Florida man says he fought off a black bear outside his mother-in-law’s home in Apopka after the animal charged and bit him last week. What We Know
Florida bear hunt: FWC approves proposal for first bear hunt in 10 years
Officials with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) voted on Wednesday to host a proposed three-week bear hunt in December. This will be the first time in 10 years that hunting black bears will be permitted in the Sunshine State.
Officials with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) voted on Wednesday to host a proposed three-week bear hunt in December. This will be the first time in 10 years that hunting black bears will be permitted in the Sunshine State.
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.
Ormond Beach bear sightings put neighborhood on alert
Residents near Airport Road in Ormond Beach say they are on “bear watch" after multiple sightings of a black bear roaming through yards — and in some cases, breaking through fences.
Residents near Airport Road in Ormond Beach say they are on “bear watch" after multiple sightings of a black bear roaming through yards — and in some cases, breaking through fences.
Bear hit and killed on I-4 in Seminole County, FWC says
A bear was hit and killed early Friday morning on Interstate 4 in Seminole County, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) officials say.
A bear was hit and killed early Friday morning on Interstate 4 in Seminole County, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) officials say.
Wisconsin bear attack: Bear still at large as DNR ends trapping efforts
Wisconsin officials are calling off their two-week effort to trap a bear that attacked a 69-year-old woman in Barron County.
Wisconsin officials are calling off their two-week effort to trap a bear that attacked a 69-year-old woman in Barron County.
Scheduled vote for rules on Florida bear hunt
Another bear hunt could be happening at the end of this year in Florida. State officials are voting on the hunt next month. If passed, it would be held for three weeks in December.
Another bear hunt could be happening at the end of this year in Florida. State officials are voting on the hunt next month. If passed, it would be held for three weeks in December.
Bear surprised by motion-activated sprinkler: Video
A black bear got quite the surprise when it activated a sprinkler in a yard in Minnesota. The hilarious moment was caught on video.
A black bear got quite the surprise when it activated a sprinkler in a yard in Minnesota. The hilarious moment was caught on video.
Young bear spotted on I-4 overpass as sightings surge in Florida
Wildlife officials are monitoring reports of black bear sightings in the Orlando area, including a young bear seen Monday morning on an Interstate 4 overpass.
Wildlife officials are monitoring reports of black bear sightings in the Orlando area, including a young bear seen Monday morning on an Interstate 4 overpass.
Dog comes face-to-face with bear inside Monrovia home
A homeowner got quite the surprise when security footage captured a bear inside her Monrovia home.
A homeowner got quite the surprise when security footage captured a bear inside her Monrovia home.
Mama bear, cubs make themselves at home on South Carolina deck, raid bird feeder
A family in South Carolina captured the bird seed heist on video.
A family in South Carolina captured the bird seed heist on video.