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FLORIDA ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES
In 1985, the first invasive lionfish was spotted off Florida after aquarium releases; within decades, it had spread across much of the Caribbean and US Atlantic coast, devastating reef fish that had no natural defense against itA single lionfish spotted in Florida in 1985 has spiraled into one of the most alarming marine invasions. These venomous, fast-reproducing ...- Alan Greenspan dies at 100: What is Parkinson disease, symptoms, stages and what causes it explained as it affects over a million in USWhat is Parkinson's disease?: Former Federal Reserve Chairman Alan Greenspan has reportedly passed away at 100. His death has sparked publi...
- Pet pythons escaped into Florida in the 1970s, spread for decades through the Everglades, then a hurricane carried them south, and now the Key Largo woodrat may disappearEndangered rodents in Key Largo face a crisis. Invasive Burmese pythons, spreading after Hurricane Irma, are decimating Key Largo woodrat p...
- Forget the DOJ. For a Trump pardon, call "Bobby" and other influencersPresident Donald Trump's pardon system has shifted dramatically. Influence now hinges on personal networks and narratives of victimhood, by...
- Why Do Some Snakes Evolve Simpler Venom Instead of Potent MixturesScientists are rethinking snake venom evolution. Previously, complexity was seen as superior. New research shows snakes simplify venom for ...
- Wildfire crisis: Hundreds of blazes rage across Florida and Georgia — what to know nowWildfires are rapidly spreading across Georgia and Florida, driven by drought, low humidity, and strong winds. Dozens of fires have burned ...
- $250 million down the drain? DeSantis’ Alligator Alcatraz faces closureFlorida’s $250 million immigration detention center, often called “Alligator Alcatraz,” is scheduled to close within 60 days following a fe...
- Florida’s “Alligator Alcatraz” detention facility may be emptied soon-here's what a top official says about the closureAlligator Alcatraz, the Everglades detention center in Florida, faces imminent closure. A state official indicates detainees might be relea...
- Florida’s ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ faces shutdown before Halloween - here’s the wild backup planAlligator Alcatraz Florida migrant detention center: Alligator Alcatraz, Florida's migrant detention center, may close soon. A court ruling...
- Trump faces big blow as judge orders Alligator Alcatraz to shut down in 60 days, no new inmates. Know the reasonA federal court in Florida has blocked the state from bringing more migrants to the "Alligator Alcatraz" detention center in the Everglades...
- Federal judge Kathleen Williams orders Florida to empty ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ in 60 days, citing environmental impactA US court stopped new detentions at Alligator Alcatraz. The court ordered partial dismantling of the facility. The detention site is in th...
- Massive Everglades fire burns 1,600 Acres, sends smoke across South Florida roads. Check areas affectedSmoke from Everglades brush fires is impacting South Florida, including Fort Lauderdale and western Broward County. The 'Mile Marker 39 fir...
- Florida woman removes record breaking number of pythons, wins challenge with unbelievable prize moneyDuring the recent Florida Python Challenge, a record-breaking 294 invasive Burmese pythons were removed, according to state wildlife offici...
- Judge halts Everglades construction at Florida’s “Alligator Alcatraz” immigration detention center for 14 daysA federal judge has ordered a 14-day halt to Everglades construction at Florida’s “Alligator Alcatraz” immigration detention center. Enviro...
- Who has legal custody of hundreds of Alligator Alcatraz detainees? Judge mounts heat on officials to produce immigration agreementsA federal judge has mandated Florida and federal authorities to disclose agreements clarifying which entity holds legal authority at "Allig...
- National Hurricane Center has a warning for Florida, Texas as Gulf tropical development chances are increasingThe National Hurricane Center is closely monitoring a cluster of thunderstorms, designated Invest 93L, off Florida's east coast, with incre...
- Supreme Court blocks Florida Immigration Law: What it means and will the state keep fighting it?Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier, who is spearheading the state's defense of the immigration law, had requested both the 11th U.S. C...
- What is Alligator Alcatraz and what is its location? See Trump administration facility’s cost and concernsThe Trump administration and Florida officials are building a migrant detention center in the Everglades. The facility, called Alligator Al...
- Indian-American CEO Nikesh Patel arraigned on fraud charges in USThe indictment charges Florida-resident Patel with five counts of wire fraud, with each count carrying a 20 year prison term and fine of US...
- Waste disposal in US landfills has been underestimated by 115%Amount of municipal waste disposed of in the US is more than double - 262 million tonnes versus 122 million tonnes in 2012 - previous estim...
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