Florida man accused of raping multiple women arrested in Orange County, deputies say

A Florida man accused of raping multiple women more than 20 years ago has been arrested in Central Florida, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office. JSO believes there could be additional victims in Jacksonville, Orlando, and “potentially beyond."

Florida boy, 3, accidentally shot by teen who was moving gun to secure spot, deputies say

The 3‑year‑old boy that was accidentally shot on Monday in Mims is in stable condition and expected to recover, according to the Brevard County Sheriff's Office (BCSO).

Marco Rubio imposter using AI to call high-level officials

The U.S. State Department is warning diplomats of an AI-driven scheme impersonating Sec. Marco Rubio to contact top officials via fake texts and voice messages. Here’s what we know.

California, NJ senators want immigration officers to display visible IDs

Two Democratic U.S. senators on Tuesday introduced a bill to require immigration enforcement officers to display clearly visible ID after many ICE officials have been seen in public arresting people while covering their faces with masks.

Flagler County man throws marijuana out window while fleeing deputies

A Flagler Beach man was arrested Saturday night after deputies said he fled a traffic stop and threw marijuana out of his vehicle during the pursuit.

2 teens arrested in Flagler County after allegedly fleeing from deputies on electric off-road bikes

Two teens were arrested last week in Flagler County after they allegedly ran away from deputies on electric off-road bikes and “endangered the lives of motorists and pedestrians in the process."

1 dead, 2 hurt in crash on S.R. 40 in Volusia County, troopers say

One person is dead, and two people are seriously injured, following a crash on Monday night in Volusia County, troopers say.

Puppy rescued from trash compactor at Daytona Beach apartment complex

A puppy is recovering after being rescued from a trash compactor at a Daytona Beach apartment complex, where a couple happened to be in the right place at the right time.

Donuts and fireworks: 2 arrested in street takeover during FHP crackdown in Orlando

Authorities in Orange County arrested two men following a chaotic Fourth of July street takeover involving nearly 50 vehicles, illegal stunt driving, and fireworks launched from moving cars, the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) said Monday.

'16 & Pregnant' star charged with involuntary manslaughter in Georgia

Former "16 & Pregnant" star Whitney Purvis is accused of supplying a drug combination that led to a Georgia man's fatal overdose.

Increased gun use among Florida teens over two decades, study finds

The percentage of Florida teens who say they carry handguns has jumped significantly over the last two decades. According to a new study published in the journal Pediatrics, 6% of middle and high school students surveyed in 2022 admitted to carrying a handgun—compared to just 3.7% in 2002.

Robin Severance-Lopez released from jail after posting bond in alleged illegal gambling charge

Robin Severance-Lopez, the estranged wife of suspended Osceola County Sheriff Marcos Lopez, walked out of the Lake County Jail on Monday evening, just a few hours after a judge gave clearance for her to post bond.