Brain-eating amoeba found in popular US National Parks, including Yellowstone

A newly released study discovered a deadly, brain-eating amoeba in three U.S. National Parks and recreation areas, two of which rank in the top ten for most popular in the nation.

Trump's push to expand hunting on federal lands raises concerns

The Trump administration is moving to expand hunting access across national parks, wildlife refuges, and wilderness areas by directing federal land managers to roll back restrictions deemed unnecessary.

Trump administration begins to release new UFO files to the public

The Pentagon on Friday released some never-before-seen images and video of Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAP) as part of a historical effort the Trump administration has vowed to declassify.

Summer heat brings in warmer fishing patterns
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As the water warms up before the summer months, many fish are heading into deeper waters. Tarpon are starting to resurface inshore, while hogfish are starting to dissipate to colder waters.

Bear attack at Yellowstone injures 2 hikers

Two hikers were injured in a bear attack at Yellowstone National Park this week, and the park is investigating if more than one bear was involved.

Astronomers surprised by atmosphere around tiny world in the outer solar system

A tiny world that orbits way beyond Neptune surprised astronomers with a thin atmosphere that they did not expect to find. Now, scientists are trying to determine how it formed.

Officer retrieves crocodile believed to have eaten missing man

A South African officer was hoisted from a helicopter as he retrieved a crocodile suspected of having eaten a missing man.

Swatting hoaxes trigger zoo evacuations nationwide

A wave of hoax “swatting” calls reporting bomb threats and active shooters has forced evacuations and temporary closures at multiple zoos across the country.

Watch: ‘Monster’ bull shark attacks Florida fisherman's kayak

A peaceful day kayaking in Florida turned into a close encounter with a massive bull shark. The shocking moment was caught on camera.

Full 'flower moon' to shine Friday night: What to know

Stargazers will be treated to the first of two May full moons Friday night with the rise of the full “flower moon."

Full moon & pre-front brings hot bite for weekend
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Around Tampa Bay inshore and near shore fishing should be hot this early weekend with the full moon bringing faster moving tidal flows and a low pressure coming down late Saturday making the fish even more excited! 

SpaceX launches Falcon Heavy rocket from Florida's Kennedy Space Center

After “unfavorable weather” caused SpaceX to scrub a launch attempt on Monday, the company successfully launched its Falcon Heavy rocket from the Space Coast on Wednesday.

Trump dismisses some, if not all, of National Science Board, multiple reports say

The Trump administration is being criticized over reports that the White House has dismissed multiple, and possibly all, members of the National Science Board.

Roadkill found in freezer at Chinese restaurant, police say

Police in Pineville, Louisiana, are investigating a local restaurant after officers found a deer believed to be roadkill stored in a freezer with food.

Good Day Fishing Report: April 24, 2026
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Captain Dylan Hubbard with Hubbard's Marina says the forecast looks beautiful, and fish will be moving deeper while looking for cooler water. Inshore, sheepshead are still popular around docks, piers and bridges. Hogfish action is still growing nearshore. Yellowtail and triggerfish are coming in at a steady rate offshore as well.