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A federal appeals court has temporarily blocked a judge's order to shut down the controversial 'Alligator Alcatraz' immigration detention facility in Florida, allowing it to remain operational during the appeal process amid ongoing criticism and environmental concerns.
Researchers in Florida are using robot rabbits that mimic real ones to lure and trap invasive Burmese pythons in the Everglades, aiming to protect native wildlife from these voracious predators. The robotic decoys are part of an innovative effort to control the python population, which has significantly impacted local ecosystems, with thousands of snakes already removed since 2000. The project is still in early stages but shows promise as a new tool in wildlife management.
A federal judge ordered the shutdown of the 'Alligator Alcatraz' immigration detention site in the Florida Everglades within 60 days, citing failure to conduct environmental reviews and improper construction, and barred new detainees from being brought there, prompting an appeal from Florida officials.
A federal judge in Miami has ordered Florida to dismantle the Alligator Alcatraz immigrant detention facility within 60 days due to its environmental impact on the protected Everglades, marking a victory for environmentalists and the Miccosukee Tribe.
A federal judge has issued a preliminary injunction to halt the expansion of the 'Alligator Alcatraz' immigration detention center in the Florida Everglades, citing violations of environmental laws and concerns over environmental impact, with the order to wind down the facility within 60 days. The state of Florida has filed an appeal, and the case highlights ongoing conflicts between immigration enforcement and environmental preservation efforts.
A federal judge in Miami ordered the closure of the controversial 'Alligator Alcatraz' immigration jail within 60 days, citing environmental damage to the Florida Everglades and concerns over detainee treatment, marking a significant victory for environmental groups and Native American tribes, while posing a setback to the Trump administration's immigration policies.
A Miami federal judge has temporarily allowed the 'Alligator Alcatraz' migrant detention center to remain open but has prohibited expansion, additional detainees, and certain infrastructure modifications due to environmental law violations, with the facility required to remove certain installations within 60 days. The ruling is a victory for environmental groups and the Miccosukee Tribe, who argue the site threatens the fragile Everglades ecosystem.
Nearly 300 Burmese pythons were removed during the 2025 Florida Python Challenge, setting a record with 294 snakes caught by 934 participants from 30 states and Canada, highlighting ongoing efforts to control invasive species threatening Florida's ecosystems.
A federal judge in Florida is considering whether construction of the 'Alligator Alcatraz' immigrant detention center in the Everglades violates environmental laws, amid ongoing lawsuits from environmental groups and Native American tribes, with no immediate ruling issued.
The construction of a Florida detention center on the historically significant 'Alligator Alcatraz' site in the Everglades is bypassing environmental reviews mandated by the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), raising concerns among environmental groups about potential ecological harm and the rollback of environmental protections under the Trump administration.
A federal judge in Miami has temporarily halted construction at the 'Alligator Alcatraz' immigration detention center in Florida due to an environmental lawsuit filed by local tribes and conservation groups, while allowing ongoing operations to continue. The lawsuit cites environmental harm from construction activities, but officials argue the land has been developed for years and emphasize the facility's role in immigration enforcement.
A federal judge has ordered a two-week halt on construction at the 'Alligator Alcatraz' detention facility due to environmental concerns, including water runoff and pollution from new pavement, with debates over the applicability of federal environmental laws and the environmental impact of the airstrip used for training and military flights.
Environmentalists are challenging the construction of Florida's 'Alligator Alcatraz' detention center in the Everglades, citing violations of federal environmental laws and concerns over environmental damage, while questions about the facility's legal and operational authority remain unresolved.
A federal judge in Florida is considering whether to halt the operations of 'Alligator Alcatraz,' a migrant detention facility in the Everglades, due to environmental concerns and alleged violations of ecological and legal standards, amidst ongoing protests and human rights allegations.
An ICE detention center in the Florida Everglades, dubbed 'Alligator Alcatraz,' is under scrutiny after detainees allege harsh treatment, including shackling and punishment, with officials denying these claims. The facility, hastily built and controversial, is used for immigrant detention and has become a focal point of debate over immigration policies and treatment of detainees.