Coast Guard offloads nearly 19,000 pounds of cocaine in San Diego bust

The U.S. Coast Guard offloaded nearly 19,000 pounds of cocaine in San Diego on April 24, 2025, part of a months-long effort to disrupt maritime drug smuggling in the Pacific.

Woman arrested in Orange County for allegedly setting fires during burn ban

The Orange County Sheriff's Office has arrested a woman who is accused of setting a number of fires during an active burn ban. Deputies responded to an unlawful burning on Wednesday at a residence just west of Alyfaya Trail. 

Video: Good Samaritans help woman being dragged by man in SUV as she tries to pull 2 kids from vehicle

Good Samaritans came to the rescue of a woman in Florida and her two children when they saw a man trying to drive off against her will, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office. 

Ormond Beach man arrested following woman's suspected fentanyl overdose

A suspected fentanyl overdose that killed a 35-year-old woman Wednesday morning led to the swift arrest of an alleged drug dealer, authorities said.

Stephan Sterns' sex crimes trial pushed back to July after indecision on evidence

A judge ruled on Wednesday to push back the sex crimes trial for Stephan Sterns to July, as he is still trying to determine what evidence will and will not be applicable. Sterns is accused of killing and sexually abusing 13-year-old Madeline Soto.

Florida man armed with assault rifle, dressed in tactical gear, shot & killed by deputies: HCSO

Hillsborough County deputies shot and killed a man dressed in body armor after he was walking just south of Causeway Blvd. with a fully-loaded assault rifle, according to the sheriff's office.

Florida family sues Roblox, Discord after alleged online exploitation

A Florida girl was allegedly groomed and sexually exploited on Roblox and Discord, two platforms widely used by children, according to a lawsuit filed this week in California.

University of Florida students rally for stronger gun laws after deadly school shooting

The University of Florida's chapter of Students Demand Action hosted a vigil on Wednesday for those lost in the Florida State University shooting, as well as demanded action be taken to ensure stricter gun laws in Florida.

Marion County man wanted for running over 66-year-old woman with go-kart

Authorities are searching for 32-year-old Delvon Thornton, who is wanted for aggravated battery after allegedly running over a 66-year-old woman with a go-kart during an argument, according to the Marion County Sheriff’s Office.

Tesla vandal won't be charged: Hennepin County Attorney explains decision

No charges for Tesla vandal in Minneapolis: Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty explained her decision to seek diversion over criminal charges for the vandal, saying it was made "the best interest of public safety."