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Efforts ongoing to save local coral reefs amid sweltering South Florida summer

Right now, Earth is hotter than it’s ever been in recorded history, with record breaking temperatures across the globe, including our ocean.

‘Still on life support’: Biscayne Bay’s pollution woes linger 5 years later

In August 2020, Biscayne Bay suffered a massive fish kill caused by oxygen-depleted waters, marking a tipping point from decades of unchecked pollution. Five years later, despite some signs of recovery, scientists say the bay remains on life support.

Environmentalists continue fight to preserve area where Everglades detention camp was built

Battle lines were drawn in federal court Wednesday as the state of Florida is trying to move a lawsuit filed by environmental groups over the migrant detention camp in the Everglades out of the Southern District.

South Florida glass recycling company keeps sustainable material out of landfills

Environmentalists are crestfallen after last week’s decision by Miami-Dade County Commissioners to green light the construction of a new waste to energy trash incinerator to replace the one that burned down.

Florida environmentalists take fight against ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ to courts

Another powerful group has petitioned to join a federal lawsuit to shut down the Everglades migrant detention camp known as “Alligator Alcatraz,” given that the state has given no end date, and no assurances that this will not become a permanent facility.

Local eco hero in new show aiming to change perception of sharks

As the world’s shark population continues to rapidly decline, Hollywood is now looking to makeover the image of the ocean’s apex predator.

Plastic Free July provides great opportunities to form new planet-saving habits

For most of us, July means fireworks, barbecues, beach days and vacation, but it’s also the month in which everyone around the world is called on to reduce our plastic footprint.

Second chance for old soles: Movement grows in South Florida to reuse, recycle old sneakers

Just after sunset, hundreds stretched and laced up for the weekly Tuesday night Brickell Run Club 5K through the streets of Downtown Miami.

Is Miami’s ‘Leave No Trace’ campaign working? We spot-check cleanliness of Biscayne Bay islands

This week on Don’t Trash Our Treasure, Local 10 brings an update on Leave No Trace, a campaign launched by the city of Miami last year to try and get boaters, and all who visit the Biscayne Bay spoil islands, to pick up the trash they make and throw it away back on land.

World Oceans Day brings large crowd of all ages to event in South Beach

A celebration of all things ocean brought crowds of people to the shore off Collins Avenue and 34th Street in Miami Beach.

Latin American orchestra makes beautiful music out of trash

Miami-Dade County generates more than 5,000,000 tons of waste every year.

Guardians of the Reef: South Florida nonprofit fights to save, restore our reef tract

Right now, our planet is in the grips of the most devastating mass coral bleaching event ever in recorded history, affecting a staggering 84% of the world’s coral reefs.

Plume of salty water from Turkey Point could impact aquifer

As nuclear power plants age, can they withstand the effects of climate change?

Turkey Point: Is it safe in this age of climate change?

This week’s Don’t Trash Our Treasure report is on Florida Power & Light’s Turkey Point nuclear plant in south Miami-Dade County after it was granted federal approval to continue operating for the next 27 years. But is it safe in this age of climate change?

Florida sea turtles continue being rescued from trap lines as conversations sound alarm

This week’s Don’t Trash Our Treasure has a concerning update on Florida sea turtles. Though nesting numbers are up, adult turtles continue to face threats due to human pressure.

Local 10’s Louis Aguirre honored with induction into Silver Circle

One of Local 10 News’ anchors was honored over the weekend for his career in the industry.

Teen designers turn thrift store finds into ocean awareness

Right now, the world’s corals are in crisis, in the grips of the worst global bleaching event on record that has hit more than 80% of the planet’s reefs.

Floating flowers could be key to saving Biscayne Bay

As we continue to celebrate Earth Month, Local 10 is highlighting an exciting new innovation that scientists are pilot testing right now.

43rd annual Baynanza cleans up 35,000 pounds of trash from Biscayne Bay

Right now, the Florida Senate Rules Committee just advanced a bill that would ban any local laws that would regulate plastic.

Trump cuts to National Park Service could leave crucial South Florida programs without funds

The Trump administration’s sweeping cuts at national parks across the country now have many concerned about how this will impact programs that protect and maintain these natural spaces.

Tortuga Music Festival blends entertainment with education on ocean protection

Beginning Friday Keith Urban, Luke Combs, Jelly Roll and Shaboozey are just some of the big names that will take the stage on Fort Lauderdale Beach for this weekend’s 12th annual Tortuga Music Festival.

Florida House, Senate pushing bills through that would end plastic regulations

Despite dying during last year’s legislative session, two bills in the Florida House and Senate are once again trying to further keep local governments from banning plastic.

Experts on new reports of spinning sawfish in Florida Keys: ‘Cause for concern, but not alarm’

After a nine month lull, new accounts of spinning fish and dead sawfish are being documented in the Florida Keys.

Young students learn about history of Virginia Key Beach, importance of keeping it clean

On the very last day of Black History Month, an influential nonprofit that’s been serving Miami's low income youth wanted to show the kids in their program how important it is to give back, especially with their time and talent.

City of Miami withdraws ordinance that would have ended recycling services

The city of Miami has made a consequential decision to withdraw an ordinance that would have allowed the city to stop offering recycling services for residents and businesses.

Should Miami-Dade look westward for waste solutions? ‘We can absolutely do what Austin has done’

The clock is ticking for the Miami-Dade County Commission to make a final decision on how the county is going to manage the 5 million tons of waste Miami-Dade residents make each year.

Broward commission approves Monarch Hill Landfill expansion amid opposition

Despite strong opposition from some residents and officials, Broward County commissioners have approved Waste Management’s plan to expand the Monarch Hill Landfill, adding about 10 stories in height and extending it by 24 acres.

How Austin’s zero-waste push can be a model for South Florida

Deep in the heart of Texas, exotic animals — many of them endangered — roam across a grassy plain. But this isn’t a safari park — it’s a landfill.

‘Horrible mistake’: Environmentalists trash talk of ditching recycling in Miami

With a controversial decision looming on whether Miami-Dade County will build the world's largest waste to energy incinerator, a potential move by the city of Miami to completely eliminate recycling could impact how the county manages waste moving forward.

Parts of Fort Lauderdale Beach closed due to excess of sticky tar

A sticky, black substance that washed ashore Saturday prompted officials to close a stretch of Fort Lauderdale Beach as crews worked to determine its source.

Army Corps working on plan to address risks to corals during Port Everglades expansion

This week's Don't Trash Our Treasure is an update to a story we've been closely following.

From Boston to Miami: Cupid Splash aims to save Biscayne Bay

Miami is set to make a splash with a new twist on Boston's beloved tradition. The Cupid Splash, a chilly event that has raised thousands to restore Boston Harbor, will now hit the beaches of Miami in an effort to raise funds for the recovery of Biscayne Bay.