Environmental groups allege officials hid evidence of federal funding for a Florida Everglades detention centre, impacting a key legal case. Read the latest on the 'Alligator Alcatraz' controversy.
Every Sunday, protesters gather at the notorious 'Alligator Alcatraz' detention centre in Florida's Everglades, demanding its closure and highlighting alleged human rights abuses. Meet the people behind the growing movement.
Guardian correspondents reveal the sounds and scenes that defined 2025, from a Damascus cafe to a Florida detention centre. Listen to the full Today in Focus podcast.
A massive 14-foot alligator weighing 600 pounds was captured after blocking a Florida road. See the dramatic footage of the rescue and learn where the reptile was safely released.
A shocking new report from Amnesty International alleges detainees at Florida's 'Alligator Alcatraz' face cruel treatment, including being shackled in an outdoor cage. Read the full investigation.
A federal judge urges a settlement over legal access for detainees at Florida's remote 'Alligator Alcatraz' immigration centre. Will a December conference resolve the civil rights dispute?
A small alligator spotted in Boston's Charles River has been rescued and is awaiting a new home. Read the full story of this unexpected urban visitor.
The heartbreaking account of two-year-old Lane Graves' tragic death by alligator attack at Disney World's Grand Floridian Resort, and how it transformed theme park safety protocols across Florida.
Lana Del Rey turns heads at Paris Fashion Week with husband Jeremy Dufrene and an unexpected accessory - a baby alligator on a leash. The singer's bold fashion statement creates buzz at Balenciaga show.
Patrons at a Florida tiki bar got more than they bargained for when a fully-grown alligator decided to crash their happy hour, creating unforgettable scenes at the waterfront venue.
Shocking footage emerges of a professional golfer's nerve-shredding confrontation with a massive alligator during a PGA Tour event in Florida, creating one of golf's most dramatic wildlife encounters.
US authorities are spending staggering sums housing dangerous alligators in a specialised Everglades facility, raising questions about costs and conservation.
Exclusive investigation reveals how US authorities spent millions transporting undocumented migrants across the country in a controversial operation dubbed 'Project Alcatraz'
A missing alligator from a Chilean zoo is discovered in a New Orleans drug den, revealing a shocking international wildlife and narcotics trafficking operation.
A Florida woman's small dog was dragged into a pond by a large alligator in a sudden and brutal attack, highlighting the ever-present dangers of living alongside the state's native wildlife.
A fearless Florida woman wrestled a large alligator with her bare hands, delivering a powerful punch to free her beloved puppy from its jaws in a dramatic backyard confrontation.
A Pennsylvania man's unique emotional support animal, a five-foot alligator named Wally, has been barred from a local supermarket, sparking a debate over animal rights and unusual companionship.
A Louisiana mother faces negligent homicide charges after her two-year-old son was killed by a large alligator in a New Orleans area swamp. The tragic incident has sparked a massive police investigation and a desperate search for the reptile.
A Florida doctor is fighting for his life after a brutal alligator attack during a late-night hunt. The shocking incident raises urgent questions about human-wildlife conflict in the Sunshine State.
London's iconic reptile-themed cocktail bar, Alligator Alcatraz, has served its last drink. Discover the reasons behind the sudden closure of this beloved Soho nightlife spot.
A US appeals court has rejected a case involving an alligator mysteriously found on the infamous Alcatraz Island, raising serious questions about prison security and wildlife trafficking.
A massive alligator caused chaos on a major highway in Sugar Land, Texas, bringing traffic to a standstill. Dramatic dashcam footage captures the incredible moment as drivers confront the prehistoric reptile.
Exclusive: Two men have been convicted for operating a clandestine zoo and attempting to sell endangered animals, including lemurs and an alligator, in a shocking case of wildlife crime.
A family outing in New Orleans turns to tragedy as a two-year-old boy is killed in a rare alligator attack. The search for the child ended in devastation.
In a surreal twist to the US Republican primary, a Florida man was arrested for mailing a live alligator to a San Francisco courthouse, in an apparent bizarre protest against Donald Trump's legal troubles, echoing Governor Ron DeSantis's rhetoric.
A Florida man recounts his harrowing fight for survival against a massive alligator in his own backyard, revealing the surprising everyday object that saved his life.
A daring alligator scales a 3-metre wall at Florida's Alcatraz East museum in a failed escape attempt, captured on CCTV and drawing Trump-era closure comparisons.
A Florida courtroom descended into chaos as a large alligator ambled through the building, forcing a judge to halt proceedings in a high-profile case. The bizarre incident, captured on security footage, highlights the unpredictable wildlife encounters com
A Florida-based Native American tribe has been ordered to remove a controversial 15-foot fibreglass alligator statue depicting Donald Trump from Alcatraz Island, following a ruling by the National Park Service that it violates permit regulations.
Lana Del Rey offers a glimpse into her unconventional marriage, revealing the bizarre alligator skull keepsake from her wedding to police officer-turned-tour guide, Evan 'Dick' Wineland, ahead of their first anniversary.