Florida history: How the famous (or infamous) Alligator Alley came to be

At first, the idea of carving a highway through the Everglades ran into opposition — but not for what you'd think.

Miami Herald: Two-Thirds of Immigrants Held at “Alligator Alcatraz” in July Have Disappeared

In immigration news, hundreds of people who were once detained at the troubled immigration jail in the Florida Everglades ...
Orlando Sentinel

DeSantis’ step toward victory on ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ sets up a funding dilemma for Florida

ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is facing a funding dilemma over the immigration detention center known as “Alligator Alcatraz” built in the Florida Everglades. Last week, an appellate ...
WLRN

Religious leaders, Amnesty International USA hold vigil to call for Alligator Alcatraz's closure

Sunday's protest, now in its eighth week, comes amid new reports of alleged medical neglect, violations of attorney-client ...

'Alligator Alcatraz' immigration facility will have no detainees in the next few days, Florida official says

The controversial immigration facility in Florida known as "Alligator Alcatraz" will soon have no detainees in it, according ...

World Atlas says these 5 lakes, rivers and bays are most alligator-filled waters in Alabama

According to World Atlas, Alabama is home to massive alligator populations. Discover the top 5 spots where these giant reptiles roam across the state ...