Couple arrested for sexual activity on flight to Florida: Affidavits

A couple's decision to join the "mile-high club" on a flight to Sarasota landed them a trip to jail, according to arrest affidavits.

Bodycam shows violent Jacksonville arrest, sparks excessive force debate

Newly released footage shows the violent arrest of a 22-year-old man during a February traffic stop by Jacksonville deputies, sparking renewed scrutiny of the department’s use of force.

Thief steals $30K in Pokémon cards from DeLand store in 75-second smash-and-grab

A thief made off with up to $30,000 worth of Pokémon cards during a smash-and-grab burglary at a trading card shop in DeLand, marking the latest in a string of similar heists across Central Florida.

Altercation at Magic Kingdom ends with arrest of woman on child abuse charge, deputies say

A 51-year-old woman was arrested on a charge of child abuse after allegedly grabbing and injuring a 17-year-old girl during an altercation at Disney’s Magic Kingdom on Monday night, according to the Orange County Sheriff’s Office (OCSO).

Florida woman loses nearly $500K in financial scam, 2 California residents arrested

Two California residents have been arrested in connection with an elaborate financial scam that cost a Volusia County woman nearly half a million dollars, authorities announced Tuesday.

Florida infant left strapped in car seat, alone outside business; babysitter arrested

A Florida babysitter has been arrested and charged with child neglect after she mistakenly left one of the kids she was caring for – a 3-month-old baby – outside in a hot parking lot, still strapped into a car seat, according to Eustis Police Chief Craig Capri.

What is 'Door Kick Challenge'? Florida teen kicks house door in, shoots airsoft gun, deputies say

Known as the “Door Kick Challenge," the trend — popular on TikTok and other platforms — involves teens running up to a home, kicking the front door loudly, and running off, often while recording the incident for social media views.

Feds want to Question Ghislaine Maxwell in ongoing Epstein investigation

The Justice Department wants to interview Ghislaine Maxwell, who is serving 20 years for aiding Epstein’s abuse of underage girls.

Marion County teen sentenced to 40 years in 2023 Ocklawaha triple murder case

A Marion County judge on Tuesday sentenced 15-year-old Christopher Atkins to 40 years in prison for his role in a 2023 triple homicide that shocked the Ocklawaha community.

Grandson of Dog the Bounty Hunter's wife dies in Florida shooting accident

The 13-year-old grandson of Dog the Bounty Hunter's wife Francie Chapman has been killed in an apparent accidental shooting at his Florida home.

Florida woman drives 113 mph on SR-417 to pick up her dog, police say

A Florida woman was arrested Sunday after police clocked her driving 113 mph on State Road 417 in Orlando – over 40 mph over the road's posted speed limit.

Gainesville police continue to search for 2 suspects tied to Easter shooting

Gainesville police are still searching for a suspect seen on surveillance video opening fire during a chaotic shooting that left a woman dead at a community Easter egg hunt three months ago.