Florida Fish and Wildlife
Coverage of Florida Fish and Wildlife in the Nexus archive.
- State, local agencies at forefront of surge in immigration arrests in Florida
State and local agencies in Florida are leading a surge in immigration arrests, as exemplified by a Florida Fish and Wildlife officer stopping a Guatemalan couple in Bonita Springs. The article highlights increased enforcement efforts in the state.
- Florida black bear roams through Port St. Lucie community
A Florida black bear was spotted roaming through Port St. Lucie's Tradition community, causing mixed reactions among residents. Officials advised avoiding contact with the bear and providing it space, while residents expressed both excitement and concern over the encounter.
- Judge denies motion to dismiss charges against developer in deadly 2022 Boca Chita boat crash
A South Florida developer, George Pino, faces second-degree manslaughter and vessel homicide charges following a 2022 boat crash that killed 17-year-old Lucy Fernandez and injured Katy Puig. A judge denied the defense's motion to dismiss the case, allowing the trial to proceed, with jury selection starting Monday.
- State settles with biologist it fired over Charlie Kirk-related post
A Florida biologist was fired after reposting a social media comment critical of Charlie Kirk's death, leading to a $485,000 settlement with the state. The case involved allegations of First Amendment retaliation and political influence in a state agency.