St. Lucie County launches 24/7 animal control response for unincorporated areas
Animal control change is now in effect on the Treasure Coast. St. Lucie County launched a 24/7 animal…
Florida’s new animal cruelty database draws criticism for limited information – Action News Jax
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — A major part of Florida’s new animal cruelty law is now in effect, but some…
Dexter’s Law takes effect, creating a public registry of convicted animal abusers in Florida – Action News Jax
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — A major part of Florida’s new animal cruelty law is now in effect. Known as…
FWC investigation reveals accusations of illegal alligator killings across multiple Florida counties
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) says an investigation that began in 2023 has uncovered accusations…
St. Pete man charged with animal cruelty after killing his pet birds: SPPD
ST. PETERSBURG — A St. Petersburg man was arrested for animal cruelty on Dec. 6 after he killed…
Florida opens first bear hunting season in decade
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WCTV/Gray Florida Capital Bureau) – Florida will open its first bear hunting season in a decade…
Cold weather causes Florida’s iguanas to fall to the ground – WFTV
ORLANDO, Fla. — As temperatures plummeted across the state over the past few nights, iguanas fell from trees…
Woman charged after two dogs found dead in cages at Pine Manor home
LEE COUNTY, Fla. — The Lee County Sheriff’s Office has charged a woman with several animal abuse charges…
Florida children with disabilities lose horse therapy access due to sudden Medicaid funding halt
If you need help with the Public File, call (407) 291-6000 At WKMG, we are committed to informing…
Florida bear hunt opponents secure dozens of permits in hopes of sparing animals
For the upcoming Florida black bear hunt, more than 160,000 chances in the lottery were purchased for $5…