Federal appeals court pauses litigation over Alligator Alcatraz
The Trump administration had argued its attorneys were furloughed during the government shutdown.
In hurricane-prone Florida, a new state law blocks local policies aimed at reducing the impact of disasters
Local governments and 1000 Friends of Florida have sued over SB 180, which restricts new land development policies.
In the midst of Florida’s insurance crisis, what recourse do residents have?
An Inside Climate News analysis shows the insurance crisis is hitting hardest in Florida’s agricultural heartland.
To Florida’s Miccosukee Tribe, the lands around Alligator Alcatraz are sacred, pythons and all
The tribe joined a lawsuit initiated by environmental groups aimed at stopping the detention site.
In Florida’s fragile Everglades, Trump praises ‘Alligator Alcatraz’
Conservationists are concerned about the impact the detention center will have on the river of grass.
Trump administration faces legal action over federal cuts’ impact on manatees
An environmental group filed a notice of intent to sue over staffing at the Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge.
Federal judge orders Florida to address pollution that led to manatee deaths
Nearly 2,000 manatees died in the state in 2021 and 2022, a two-year record.
Mounting habitat pressures prompt new conservation program for ailing Florida bird
The Cape Sable seaside sparrow is threatened by water management infrastructure in the Everglades and sea level rise.
Scrutiny for Florida agencies charged with managing treasured waters sparks unease
The legislation comes as Gov. Ron DeSantis suggests Florida should take over Everglades restoration from the federal government.
Trump administration intends to terminate lease for Army Corps’ Florida headquarters
The US Army Corps of Engineers’ Jacksonville District is responsible for Everglades restoration, among other duties.