Late at night on Jan. 18, 37-year-old Lorena Garcia Martin set out on a cave diving trip with her diving partner. The pair planned to explore the Cueva del Agua area, an underwater cave system in ...

They’re big, grey and oh-so cute. They're also one of Florida’s best-known, best-loved critters. We’re talking, of course, about manatees. And if you love those chunky “sea cows,” you ...

We could say the same of the infuriating, baffling decision to deny Florida’s manatees increased protection. These creatures are in danger — and they deserve all the human help they can get ...

The young manatee was found all alone and away from his mother near the University of South Florida’s Saint Petersburg campus. “This time of year, it’s cold. Manatees really shouldn’t be ...

The wait begins for a Manatee County Circuit Court judge's decision ... likelihood of her becoming a flight risk. Previously:Former Florida ballerina's sentencing postponed. She seeks new trial ...

He’s one of four manatees rescued recently as temperatures drop across the bay. Manatees are some of Florida’s most beloved wildlife, but they are also among the most vulnerable when cold ...

Her dive buddy, who was able to exit the cave, alerted authorities shortly after 11 pm. A search was launched by the Special Group of Underwater Activities of the Civil Guard (GEAS), accompanied by ...

While it's still chilly — especially for us Floridians — the sun is shining again in Sarasota and Manatee counties, with the forecast looking increasingly warmer through the weekend.

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