Environment

A study published last month by University of Florida researchers blaming sun spots for higher king tides means scientists may be able to forecast and plan for worse floods.

Space is the best place — maybe the only place — to get a complete picture of how climate change is affecting the Earth's oceans. And what happens in the ocean does not stay in the ocean.

A group of preservationists are putting out a public appeal to help save the Gladys Douglas-Hackworth property - the largest piece of green space in Pinellas County remaining to be purchased or preserved.

The request from Florida Conservation Voters comes in a letter to top lawmakers, both from the greater Tampa Bay region.

The three toll roads would be the biggest road-building project by the state since the construction of Florida's Turnpike.

An iconic landmark in the Florida Keys is getting a major facelift worth millions of dollars.

In 2018, legislators approved a law that set up a program to target invasive species including pythons, tegu lizards and lionfish.

Hillsborough has seen an increase in the number of cases related to mosquito-borne illnesses. Here’s what you need to know, and what precautions you can take.

Florida's population grows every year. And the state is trying to come up with ways to meet people's needs without ruining natural water resources.

Reptile breeders, exhibitors and shop owners said the proposals threaten the nature of their business, including public education about species. A vote is expected in December.

Manatee County is one of the fastest growing counties in Florida. On Tuesday, residents said yes to a slight increase on their property tax bill to create a dedicated fund for land preservation.

Exposed sandy areas give species nesting space and eliminate hiding spots for beach predators.