This Year's 'Dead Zone' In Gulf of Mexico Larger Than Average
This year's Gulf of Mexico "dead zone," a largely human-caused phenomenon where there's too little oxygen to support marine life, is larger than average, according to researchers.
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This year's Gulf of Mexico "dead zone," a largely human-caused phenomenon where there's too little oxygen to support marine life, is larger than average, according to researchers.
Heavy rain and tropical storm force winds from a tropical disturbance have reached the north Gulf Coast.
A Tropical Storm Warning has now been issued for the northern Gulf Coast due to a disturbance in the southwestern Gulf of Mexico that could become our next Tropical Depression or Storm
The family of a Florida woman who died after being infected by a flesh-eating bacteria at a beach is alerting others to the warning signs.
Senate panel moved forward Tuesday with a proposal that would direct $3 million a year to a red-tide research initiative.
Wildlife officials say the scallop population is rebounding following a bout of red tide in Gulf of Mexico.
Video from the bottom of the Gulf of Mexico basin has revealed a striking looking squid which might be a previously unknown species.
There's an unwanted record at the mouth of the Mississippi River: This year's "dead zone," a largely human-caused phenomenon where there's too little oxygen to support marine life, is the biggest ever measured.
When most people think about Florida, our inviting sandy beaches are generally top of mind.
Researchers will study the Shell leak of about 88,200 gallons in the Gulf of Mexico off the Louisiana coast, scientist said Monday.
Vessels continued to skim oil off the Gulf of Mexico on Saturday after about 88,200 gallons of oil were released from a Shell flow line about 90 miles off the coast of Louisiana.
With billions of dollars coming to Florida in reparation for the Deepwater Horizon oil spill, a Senate panel Tuesday tried to get a better feel for how the money will be spent.
South Florida has already seen it's typical amount of tropical systems for the season and there are still about six weeks to go - and we might not be done yet.
Whether it was by coincidence or not, Hillary Rodham Clinton picked a fortuitous time to announce that she opposes the Keystone XL pipeline.
Florida Governor Rick Scott is urging residents to be prepared for impacts of remnants of Erika.
The descendants of a man imprisoned for conspiracy in President Abraham Lincoln's assassination visited a Key West fortress while fighting for his innocence.
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In recent weeks, beachgoers off the coast of Naples have been seeing sea stars show up by the dozens.
Runners laced up for the annual Seven Mile Bridge run in the Florida Keys on Saturday.
Officials are searching the waters for a pair of fisherman who sent a mayday call saying their boat was taking on water in the Gulf of Mexico.
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A disturbance over the Gulf of Mexico is moving toward South Florida with showers way out ahead of it.
Air Force officials identified the pilot involved in a deadly jet crash in the Gulf of Mexico.
Air Force officials recovered the remains of a pilot after a jet crashed in the Gulf of Mexico on Thursday.
Tropical Depression nine continues to move eastward near the Mexican state of Campeche and is still expected to strengthen as the week goes on.
The deputies were riding their department-issued motorcycles when the crash occurred.
A newly surfaced surveillance video reveals the moment Cuban reggaeton singer El Taiger was shot .
The Miami Springs Police Department is searching for a man who attempted a sexual assault on a store clerk.
The U.S. Department of Labor estimated 6,013 first-time unemployment claims were filed in Florida
Loved ones, activists and police are pleading for the public's help after a 9-year-old boy is gunned down in Florida City last weekend.
The deputies were riding their department-issued motorcycles when the crash occurred.
A newly surfaced surveillance video reveals the moment Cuban reggaeton singer El Taiger was shot .
The Miami Springs Police Department is searching for a man who attempted a sexual assault on a store clerk.
They say the best journey takes you home. I couldn't agree more.
While I wasn't born or raised in South Florida, the area still holds a special place in my heart.
Florida coach Billy Napier is getting a fourth season to try to get the Gators back to their winning ways.
A Florida man has filed a federal lawsuit against Jacksonville sheriff's officers who severely beat him last year after he ran from a traffic stop.
The Marion County Sheriff's deputy told authorities that he accidentally shot and killed his girlfriend while cleaning his gun.
The American Automobile Association said this is a dangerous time of year for young drivers.
Florida insurance companies made money last year for the first time in seven years.
President-elect Donald Trump announced Gaetz as his nominee to be attorney general last week.
A woman told police she was sexually assaulted in 2017 by Pete Hegseth, according to a detailed, newly released police report. He is now President-elect Trump's choice for defense secretary.
Trump signaled this week that he would enlist the help of the U.S. military for his massive deportation operation.
Rep. Susan Wild said there was "no consensus" on the issue and the committee agreed to reconvene on Dec. 5.
Four men chosen by President-elect Donald Trump for top positions have been accused of varying degrees of sexual misconduct.
As the nation prepares for a Trump presidency in which Republicans control both the House and the Senate, Jim interviews leaders on both sides of the political landscape.
Jim interviews Rosanna "Rosie" Cordero-Stutz who was elected this week as the sheriff of Miami-Dade; and Jim talks to the executive director of the Florida Women's Freedom Coalition about what's next for abortion in Florida.
Jim and his guests focus on the early voting numbers we are seeing locally and statewide, specifically the impact the huge Republican turnout thus far might have once all the votes are counted.
Jim sits down with key stakeholders in some of Florida's most contentious ballot initiatives.
Jim DeFede speaks to two individuals on both sides of legalizing recreation marijuana with Amendment 3.
Lattes and other espresso-based drinks may not be available at some McDonald's restaurants due to a glitch with coffee machines.
There is currently no cure for Parkinson's Disease. But some with Parkinson's are finding that an unusual therapy – rock climbing – is helping them improve their balance, mobility, strength and cognition.
The FDA's Dr. Peter Marks says he hopes to keep his job under a second Trump term, and urges Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to "keep an open mind."
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission issues urgent safety alert after ninth recall of adult bed rails in three years.
Overdose deaths have slowed 18% since a peak last year, the CDC estimates.
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Miami-Dade is considering four possible sites, including two that are 2 miles or less from the city of Miramar.
A viral TikTok recipe that includes melting Jolly Ranchers landed a 9-year-old in the hospital with severe burns.
The American Automobile Association said this is a dangerous time of year for young drivers.
A string of recalls connected to Wisconsin-based supplier Schreiber Foods has now extended to Aldi stores after similar recalls at Hy-Vee and other grocery chains.
There are two sales tax holidays for hurricane supplies
Family and friends of One Direction star Liam Payne, who died after falling from a Buenos Aires hotel room, have gathered for his funeral in England.
For years, actor and comedian Katt Williams has claimed he lied about his age as a teenager to join the Marines and passed boot camp before being drummed out. The Marines have no record of him ever serving.
Harry Potter fans anticipating the third attraction based on the popular book and movie franchise at Universal Orlando Resort learned that the fictional setting for the ride will be the British Ministry of Magic.
The leader of a New York City church where pop star Sabrina Carpenter filmed scenes for a music video has been stripped of his duties.
The much-hyped fight pitting the 58-year-old Tyson against Paul, 27, shattered records but was marred by tech glitches.