Everglades immigration detention center in Florida officially closes
OCHOPEE, Fla. (AP) — The immigration center built in the Florida swamps known as “Alligator Alcatraz” is closing after nearly…
Miami-Dade eyes permanent conservation use for Alligator Alcatraz property after closure
As Gov. Ron DeSantis prepares for a press conference Thursday to discuss the future of the now-shuttering Alligator…
Miami-Dade County intends to sell ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ land – NBC 6 South Florida
Miami-Dade Mayor Daniella Levine Cava on Thursday announced the county’s intent to sell the land used for “Alligator…
Florida’s Alligator Alcatraz shutting down permanently, sources say
Companies hired by the state to operate Alligator Alcatraz were notified Monday morning to begin “full demobilization” of…
Midday Update: FSU linebacker walking again, New threat detection system
Thursday, June 18th: Below are the top stories WTXL ABC 27 is following around the Big Bend, South…
ICE empties ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ amid hurricane season. Activists aren’t buying it
Credit: Photo by Dave Decker Federal immigration authorities say they’ve emptied the so-called “Alligator Alcatraz” lockup amid hurricane…
All ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ detainees moved out of Florida Everglades facility
The Brief All detainees have been moved out of the South Florida Detention Center, DHS said. DHS explained…
The Scoop: Wed. June 17, 2026 Tampa Bay and Florida headlines by WMNF
Pinellas County Sheriff at the center of a lawsuit filed by the ACLU alleging wrongful arrest due to…
ICE moves detainees from Alligator Alcatraz in Florida, citing hurricane season concerns
WE’RE LOOKING FOR RAIN. THAT’S COMING UP IN JUST A BIT. >> IT’S A BREAKING NEWS RIGHT NOW…
Gov. DeSantis touts Florida immigration crackdown a year after massive Tallahassee raid
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WCTV) – Friday marks one year since immigration enforcement conducted a massive raid at a Tallahassee…
Gov. DeSantis says feds will continue to reimburse Florida for Alligator Alcatraz
Gov. Ron DeSantis has no doubt the Federal Emergency Management Administration (FEMA) will continue to pay Florida back for…
Florida lawmaker demanding answers on “Alligator Alcatraz” future, cost to taxpayers
A Florida lawmaker is demanding answers after a visit to “Alligator Alcatraz” claiming there are mixed signals from…