Bird flu outbreak at Orlando's Lake Eola: Death toll rises to 32

A total of 32 birds have died at Lake Eola in downtown Orlando since mid-December amid a suspected outbreak of avian influenza, otherwise known as the bird flu, the City of Orlando confirmed to FOX 35.

NASA, SpaceX set date for Crew-11’s return to Earth: What we know

NASA and SpaceX are targeting no earlier than 5 p.m. EST, Wednesday, Jan. 14, for the undocking of the agency’s SpaceX Crew-11 mission from the International Space Station, pending weather conditions.

Baby dolphin rescued on New Smyrna Beach, recovering at SeaWorld
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A baby dolphin that washed ashore in Volusia County is now on the road to recovery at SeaWorld after being rescued by a passerby. A local photographer, Shelly Lynch, alerted by a jogger, quickly called the Hubbs-SeaWorld Research Institute nonprofit team for help.

NASA crew member experienced 'medical situation,' SpaceX Crew-11 to return home

NASA announced four astronauts with SpaceX Crew-11 will return home before its expected departure after the agency decided to postpone its first spacewalk of the year outside the International Space Station.

Giraffe dies at Toronto zoo in 'sudden and tragic' accident

The Toronto Zoo is mourning the death of its 13-year-old male giraffe after an unexpected accident in its habitat on New Year’s Day.

New report details deadly alligator attack at Lake Kissimmee State Park

A newly released report describes how a canoe startled an 11-foot alligator in shallow water, leading to a deadly attack on a woman at Lake Kissimmee State Park in May.

NASA discusses first two ISS spacewalks of 2026
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NASA astronauts will conduct two spacewalks in January to conduct as series of tests and installations to the outside of the International Space Station. 

Lake Eola swans: 19 have died over span of weeks; all tested positive for Avian flu: City

Over the span of nearly three weeks, 19 swans and 2 wild birds have been found dead at Lake Eola Park in downtown Orlando. The birds have tested positive for Avian influenza, the City of Orlando said in a news release on Monday afternoon.

Oyster reefs are growing again in the Indian River Lagoon

Oyster reefs in Florida’s Indian River Lagoon are showing signs of recovery after decades of damage from overharvesting, pollution, and boat activity, which wiped out more than half of the habitat.

Cold snap sends manatees to Florida springs for winter warmth

A chilly week across Florida has sent manatees swimming inland in search of warmer water, with hundreds gathering at Blue Spring State Park.

Florida bear hunt reignites debate as conservationists push for federal protection

After Florida’s first black bear hunt in nearly a decade ended with far fewer animals killed than allowed, conservation groups say their efforts are shifting toward a larger legal fight.

Woman dies in suspected mountain lion attack in Colorado

Wildlife officials in Colorado are investigating a suspected mountain lion attack that left one hiker dead.

Busy launch year ahead for Space Coast as Artemis II, SpaceX missions loom

The Space Coast is preparing for another active year of launches, beginning with a SpaceX mission scheduled around midnight Sunday that will send additional satellites into orbit.