On Friday, a 13-foot alligator was seen with a human body in its mouth in Largo, Florida. The Pinellas County Sheriff's Office identified the body as 41-year-old Sabrina Peckham and the alligator was removed from the water and humanely killed. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is investigating the incident and is asking anyone with information to contact them. They are also reminding people to stay away from alligators and not to feed or harass them.
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North Dakota Governor Doug Burgum appears to have qualified for the upcoming Republican primary debate on Wednesday, according to an analysis by NBC News. The RNC is the final arbiter on who qualifies for the debates, and recent polling has secured Burgum a spot on the stage pending approval from the Republican National Committee. The memo from Florida Governor Ron DeSantis' campaign encourages donors and supporters to "help echo the governor's message" on social media throughout the debate.
An Amazon delivery driver is in serious condition after being bitten by an eastern diamondback rattlesnake while making a delivery in Palm City, Florida. These snakes are the largest venomous snakes in North America, typically found in the southeastern United States and known for their diamond-shaped pattern and rattling sound. The Martin County Sheriff's Office is warning people to be aware of their surroundings and contact local authorities if they encounter a rattlesnake.
An elderly Florida man has been arrested and charged with second-degree murder after shooting his 42-year-old neighbor who was trimming trees along the property line. The incident has shocked the local community, with neighbors expressing their condolences and emphasizing the importance of resolving disputes peacefully.
A black bear was spotted in a tree at Disney World's Magic Kingdom Park, prompting the temporary closure of Adventureland, Frontierland and Liberty Square. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is working with law enforcement to capture and relocate the animal, and the areas have since been reopened.
In an interview with NBC News' new "Meet the Press" moderator Kristen Welker, former President Donald Trump claimed it is "very unlikely" he would pardon himself if he wins a second term. He also denied ordering a Mar-a-Lago staffer to delete security video at the center of an investigation into whether he mishandled classified documents. NBC News has extended an invitation to President Joe Biden to sit for an interview with Welker, though it is unknown if he will accept.
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Former NFL wide receiver Mike Williams passed away at the age of 36 on Tuesday following a construction site accident in Florida two weeks ago. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers, for whom Williams played from 2004-2010, released a statement expressing their sadness at the news. His former teammates also shared their condolences on social media. Williams is survived by his 8-year-old daughter, and the family has asked for privacy during this difficult time.