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Florida middle school teacher allegedly used real student photos to create AI-generated porn: FDLE
A middle school teacher in Central Florida was arrested Thursday on 19 charges related to child sex abuse material and animal sexual abuse. He's accused of downloading and sharing child pornography on Discord, including potentially using students' photos to create AI-generated pornography.
Florida girl, 9, describes surviving terrifying shark attack while snorkeling near Fort Myers
A 9-year-old Florida girl is recovering after surviving a shark attack earlier this month while snorkeling off the coast of Fort Myers — and she’s now sharing her story of survival.
Juneteenth celebrated across U.S. with unity, reflection and calls for justice
Juneteenth celebrations unfolded across the U.S. on Thursday, marking the day in 1865 when Union soldiers brought the news of freedom to enslaved Black people in Texas and attracting participants who said current events strengthened their resolve to be heard.
Orlando Dreamers say MLB vision still alive despite Rays sale talks
The Orlando Dreamers say they’re not backing down from their mission to bring Major League Baseball to Central Florida — even as the Tampa Bay Rays enter talks with a different ownership group.
Accused I-4 wrong-way driver allegedly had blood alcohol level at twice the legal limit
A man was arrested early Wednesday morning after Florida Highway Patrol troopers say he was caught driving the wrong way on Interstate 4 in Orange County with a blood alcohol content more than twice the legal limit.
Josh Weil launches 2026 U.S. Senate bid against Ashley Moody
Just months after an unsuccessful bid for a seat in the U.S. House, Democrat Josh Weil announced Wednesday that he will try to unseat Republican U.S. Sen. Ashley Moody 2026.
Florida Panthers Championship Celebration & Parade: When, where and how to watch
The Florida Panthers will celebrate their 2025 Stanley Cup victory with a parade and rally on Sunday, June 22.
St. Cloud Council spars over Pride Month proclamation, adds security for upcoming event
Tensions flared during a meeting of the St. Cloud City Council on Wednesday over the city’s handling of its annual Pride in the Cloud event and the broader issue of recognizing Pride Month.
Arrest made in 2023 Christmas Day hit and run that killed man in Melbourne
More than a year after a deadly hit-and-run on Christmas Day, police have arrested a suspect in connection with the death of a 23-year-old pedestrian.
Orlando’s MLB hopes dim as Rays enter sale talks with Tampa group
Hopes of bringing the Tampa Bay Rays to Orlando appear to be fading, as the team’s current ownership has entered exclusive negotiations to sell the franchise to an investor group based in Tampa.