Bear hunting has long been controversial. The state last held a hunt in 2015, which was expected to result in 320 bears being killed over a one-week period. After two days, 304 were dead.

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is set to consider rules for a proposed bear hunt in December.

Bear hunting has long been a controversial issue in Florida, with opponents saying that killing bears for sport won't reduce ...

The state of Florida is considering a controversial bear hunt this December, which could include areas north of Orlando.