Friend of Florida woman attacked, killed by alligator: She was a bright light
There is new heartbreak for the loved ones of a Florida woman killed in an alligator attack. Not only are they grieving her sudden loss, but they are also now facing cruel comments online.
There is new heartbreak for the loved ones of a Florida woman killed in an alligator attack. Not only are they grieving her sudden loss, but they are also now facing cruel comments online.
Florida woman killed in alligator attack remembered: Full of life, adventure, kindness
Officials with the Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) have identified the Florida woman who died after she was attacked by an alligator while swimming with friends.
Officials with the Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) have identified the Florida woman who died after she was attacked by an alligator while swimming with friends.
2 huge alligators killed after Florida woman dies in alligator attack, FWC says
Florida authorities are investigating a tragic alligator attack at the Barr Street Trailhead in the Little Big Econ State Forest, which resulted in the death of a 31-year-old woman on Sunday.
Florida authorities are investigating a tragic alligator attack at the Barr Street Trailhead in the Little Big Econ State Forest, which resulted in the death of a 31-year-old woman on Sunday.
Florida woman killed after alligator attack in Little Big Econ River, FWC says
A woman was killed on Sunday after she was swimming and attacked by an alligator, according to the Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC). It is the third alligator-related incident that has happened within Central Florida in a week.
A woman was killed on Sunday after she was swimming and attacked by an alligator, according to the Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC). It is the third alligator-related incident that has happened within Central Florida in a week.
Woman escapes grizzly bear after terrifying encounter while walking her dog
A woman had a terrifyingly close encounter with a grizzly bear while walking her dog at a wilderness camp in Alberta, Canada.
A woman had a terrifyingly close encounter with a grizzly bear while walking her dog at a wilderness camp in Alberta, Canada.
Invasive Bahamas lizard expands into Central Florida, researchers say
A lizard species native to the Bahamas is becoming increasingly common across Central Florida.
A lizard species native to the Bahamas is becoming increasingly common across Central Florida.
Dead, pregnant endangered fin whale found on bow of Alaska cruise ship
Draped over the massive cruise vessel's bow was the body of a 61-foot pregnant endangered fin whale, prompting a federal investigation into what officials believe was a fatal vessel strike.
Draped over the massive cruise vessel's bow was the body of a 61-foot pregnant endangered fin whale, prompting a federal investigation into what officials believe was a fatal vessel strike.
Thousands of mayflies swarm town in Ohio - and it's actually a good thing
Officials from the Ohio Division of Wildlife stumbled upon thousands of mayflies in the middle of Ottawa County this week.
Officials from the Ohio Division of Wildlife stumbled upon thousands of mayflies in the middle of Ottawa County this week.
Police officers remove ball python from Florida apartment: 'Always ready to help'
Two Sanford police officers responded to an unusual call on June 22 after a large ball python was discovered inside an apartment building bathroom.
Two Sanford police officers responded to an unusual call on June 22 after a large ball python was discovered inside an apartment building bathroom.
Sloth imports to Florida now require a new wildlife permit after Sloth World deaths
Animal facilities in Florida that want to house and care for sloths will now have to file a special permit with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) to import sloths into the state.
Animal facilities in Florida that want to house and care for sloths will now have to file a special permit with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) to import sloths into the state.
Monkey spotted near Mount Dora's Lakeside Inn as sightings continue across Central Florida
A monkey believed to be a rhesus macaque was spotted in Mount Dora, marking the latest reported sighting of the nonnative primates in Central Florida.
A monkey believed to be a rhesus macaque was spotted in Mount Dora, marking the latest reported sighting of the nonnative primates in Central Florida.
Exotic South American parrots thriving in wild colonies on Florida's Space Coast
Bright blue and green parrots native to South America are drawing attention in Melbourne, where bird watchers have reported more sightings across the Space Coast.
Bright blue and green parrots native to South America are drawing attention in Melbourne, where bird watchers have reported more sightings across the Space Coast.
Meet Ivy, the new baby Masai giraffe at Disney's Animal Kingdom
There's a new – adorable – resident to see out and about on the savanna during Kilimanjaro Safaris at Disney's Animal Kingdom. Ivy, a two-month-old Masai giraffe, made her debut on June 11, alongside her mom, Willow.
There's a new – adorable – resident to see out and about on the savanna during Kilimanjaro Safaris at Disney's Animal Kingdom. Ivy, a two-month-old Masai giraffe, made her debut on June 11, alongside her mom, Willow.
Alligator attacks suspect who tried escaping through its swamp
A man accused of running from law enforcement by cutting through a swamp on Sunday was soon greeted by something potentially scarier than jail time: an alligator.
A man accused of running from law enforcement by cutting through a swamp on Sunday was soon greeted by something potentially scarier than jail time: an alligator.
Shark attack surge: 3 dead in Australia in under a month
A deadly shark attack off the Australian coast on Saturday was the third one within the past month, according to police.
A deadly shark attack off the Australian coast on Saturday was the third one within the past month, according to police.
Wildlife scientists concerned with skyrocketing dolphin, fishing line cases in Indian River Lagoon
A growing crisis is unfolding in the waters of the Space Coast as discarded fishing gear traps local dolphins at an alarming rate.
A growing crisis is unfolding in the waters of the Space Coast as discarded fishing gear traps local dolphins at an alarming rate.
Chicago Bears announce intentions to build stadium in Hammond, Indiana
The Chicago Bears plan to move forward with building their new stadium out of state.
The Chicago Bears plan to move forward with building their new stadium out of state.
Texas homeowner finds gator on porch, instead of delivery
The Fulshear, Texas Police Department shared bodycam video from a recent call, where a homeowner found a large alligator on his front porch. "Thought it was an Amazon package," he said.
The Fulshear, Texas Police Department shared bodycam video from a recent call, where a homeowner found a large alligator on his front porch. "Thought it was an Amazon package," he said.
Emu causes traffic back-up, hours-long pursuit on Maryland highway
An escaped emu led Maryland state troopers on a three-hour chase, dodged multiple capture attempts, survived being struck by a vehicle and kept running.
An escaped emu led Maryland state troopers on a three-hour chase, dodged multiple capture attempts, survived being struck by a vehicle and kept running.
New developments in disturbed Cocoa Beach sea turtle nests
Over Memorial Day weekend 2026, Cocoa Beach authorities noticed several sea turtle nests disturbed. Four nests stakes were pulled out, which mark nests. Pulling out the stakes is illegal, authorities say. One week later, eight new nests and the first green sea turtle of the season was reported.
Over Memorial Day weekend 2026, Cocoa Beach authorities noticed several sea turtle nests disturbed. Four nests stakes were pulled out, which mark nests. Pulling out the stakes is illegal, authorities say. One week later, eight new nests and the first green sea turtle of the season was reported.