A decade after the last state-sanctioned hunt had to be cut short because so many bears were killed, Florida says it’s time ...

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission has given preliminary approval for a black bear hunt for December and ...

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is moving forward with proposed amendments to black bear hunting ...

May 21 to have a black bear hunt for 23 days in December, but the measure must be voted on again in August to be finalized.

Florida wildlife officials gave preliminary approval Wednesday for the first black bear hunt since one 10 years ago that was halted early after more than 300 bears were killed in only two days.

FWC is meeting May 21 in Ocala to discuss rules for a 23-day Florida bear hunt in December. Follow along for latest updates.

A key point of contention is the actual number of bears in Florida and the effectiveness of the proposed hunting regulations.

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is holding a public meeting to discuss an annual bear hunting season.

Black bears were listed as threatened in 2012, and the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission held an unpopular ...