17 rehabilitated sea turtles returned to the Atlantic Ocean

SeaWorld Orlando reports that 17 endangered sea turtles were returned to their natural environment by the SeaWorld Orlando rescue team at Canaveral National Seashore in Titusville.

Aging jaguar receives checkup at Brevard Zoo

A 17-year-old male jaguar at Brevard Zoo has been given a clean bill of health after a thorough health checkup. Mulac underwent a routine exam last week, which was overseen by two veterinarians who were assisted by six animal care experts. 

7,000-year-old native burial ground found in Gulf near Venice

An archaeological investigation uncovered what appears to be a 7,000-year-old Native American ancestral burial site in the Gulf of Mexico near Venice.

Mom 'fighting for her life' in ICU after contracting rare, rodent-carried Hantavirus

In early January, 27-year-old Kiley Lane went to the hospital for what she thought was the flu. A month later, the mother is hooked up to a machine and "fighting for her life" in the intensive care unit at the University of New Mexico Hospital (UNMH) in Albuquerque.

Animal Kingdom says baby Nile hippopotamus is a boy

Walt Disney World Resort has announced that Disney's Animal Kingdom has revealed news about a baby Nile hippopotamus born at the park on January 13th. 

Rare condition means Minnesota toddler is allergic to water

With a set of bright blue eyes and an adorable smile, Ivy Angerman's parents say she's just like any other normal 18-month-old--except when it comes to bathtime.

Basketball players praised for saving Dallas family from fire

A group of high school basketball players are being praised for helping save a family from a house fire in North Dallas.

Police: Georgia man arrested for biting children

A man is in jail today after a Hall County Sheriff's Office investigation into the biting of two children at a home in the 6200 block of Brady Road in Murrayville.

Missing puppy held for ransom, police say

Members of the Holly Hill Police Department's Patrol Division and Criminal Investigation Division worked closely together to resolve a stolen puppy case and reunite the owner with her dog.  

Forest Park officer provides haircuts for the homeless

It's no secret that our police officers have a tough job on their hands each and every day, but one Forest Park officer goes out of her way on her own time to provide basic service for those in need. 

New study finds diverse audiences drive blockbusters

NEW YORK (AP) - Just as "Black Panther" is setting records at the box office, a new study finds that diverse audiences are driving most of the biggest blockbusters and many of the most-watched hits on television.

Bill Cosby's daughter Ensa, 44, dies in Massachusetts

BOSTON (AP) -- Bill Cosby's 44-year-old daughter Ensa Cosby died in Massachusetts from kidney disease, a spokesman for the comedian said Monday.

Mom fights in court against vaccinating toddler, judge to decide

After a local mother refused to vaccinate her toddler, arguing it could do more harm than good in protecting against illness, a judge will decide whether the girl should be immunized.

IHOP giving away free pancakes on Tuesday

IHOP is offering free pancakes on Tuesday in honor of National Pancake Day.