Nestled on Florida’s Nature Coast about 90 minutes north of Tampa, this waterfront paradise feels like it exists in its own ...

A string of dolphin deaths at one of its Florida locations forced a facility closure and sparked multiple investigations.

Waterfront restaurants like Crackers Bar & Grill offer the quintessential Florida dining experience, with fresh catches served on dockside patios where you can watch dolphins play while enjoying your ...

There’s a tradition that when someone sings Handel’s “Hallelujah Chorus,” everyone has to stand. So please rise as I warble several heartfelt hallelujahs over what the Manatee County Commission did ...

A measure prohibiting vessel searches that stem from safety inspections on the water is among a slew of laws to be enacted in Florida this week.

New Decals Fund Crucial Conservation for Beloved Marine Life The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) ...

Going out to eat? See which Sarasota and Manatee County restaurants were rated best by inspectors, and which failed the test.

TARPON SPRINGS, Fla. ( WFLA) — At least ten vessels sank and multiple others required assistance near Anclote Key off the western coast of Florida on Saturday. The vessels found themselves in trouble ...

Yes, Florida has to follow the Endangered Species Act when it comes to protecting its beloved, highly imperiled manatees--at least for now, a federal appeals court has ruled.

Cane toads in Florida secrete a milky-white toxin that can harm or even kill animals that lick, bite or eat them, including ...

The Trump administration’s government-wide staff cuts threaten federally protected manatees in a Florida national wildlife refuge established for the purpose of safeguarding the beloved sea cows, ...

After generations of visitors have enjoyed being entertained and educated at Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium, many took the ...