Hurricane season begins this weekend without Florida’s usual tax holiday as budget talks stall
Around this time each year, Florida typically launches a Disaster Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday, allowing residents to purchase essential supplies tax-free. But this year, the tax break is on hold amid ongoing budget disputes in Tallahassee.
Around this time each year, Florida typically launches a Disaster Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday, allowing residents to purchase essential supplies tax-free. But this year, the tax break is on hold amid ongoing budget disputes in Tallahassee.
Man suing Diocese of Orlando for $25 million after allegations of sexual abuse by pastor 'for years'
A man is suing the Diocese of Orlando for $25 million and demanding a trial by jury after allegations of a pastor sexually abusing him and potentially others “for years."
A man is suing the Diocese of Orlando for $25 million and demanding a trial by jury after allegations of a pastor sexually abusing him and potentially others “for years."
Florida landscaper dies after tree falls during storms, police say
A Florida landscaper has died after a large oak tree fell on him during Thursday's storms in Ocala.
A Florida landscaper has died after a large oak tree fell on him during Thursday's storms in Ocala.
Todd Chrisley 'grateful' for Trump pardons, teases TV return
Reality star Todd Chrisley said he is looking forward to life after prison and a return to TV after he and his wife Julie were pardoned by President Donald Trump.
Reality star Todd Chrisley said he is looking forward to life after prison and a return to TV after he and his wife Julie were pardoned by President Donald Trump.
1 seriously injured after domestic-related shooting in Orange County, deputies say
One person has been seriously injured following a shooting Friday morning in Orange County, deputies say.
One person has been seriously injured following a shooting Friday morning in Orange County, deputies say.
Todd Chrisley talks Trump pardon, prison release | FULL
Members of the Chrisley family hosted a press conference, joined by attorneys Alex Little and Zack Lawson, on Friday afternoon in Nashville, Tennessee. Reality TV stars Todd and Julie Chrisley were granted full presidential pardons on Wednesday by President Donald Trump, ending their multi-year prison sentences for federal tax and bank fraud convictions.
Members of the Chrisley family hosted a press conference, joined by attorneys Alex Little and Zack Lawson, on Friday afternoon in Nashville, Tennessee. Reality TV stars Todd and Julie Chrisley were granted full presidential pardons on Wednesday by President Donald Trump, ending their multi-year prison sentences for federal tax and bank fraud convictions.
John Thrasher, former FSU president and Florida House speaker, dies at 81
John Thrasher, former president of Florida State University and former Speaker of the Florida House, has died.
John Thrasher, former president of Florida State University and former Speaker of the Florida House, has died.
Man dies after car crashes into Kissimmee pond, troopers say
A man was killed in a crash in Osceola County after his car went into a retention pond on Friday morning, according to troopers.
A man was killed in a crash in Osceola County after his car went into a retention pond on Friday morning, according to troopers.
LIST: 70 locations offering kids free meals during summer break in Volusia County
Volusia County will offer free breakfast and lunch to children and teens 18 and under from June 2 to Aug. 8 through its Summer Food Service Program.
Volusia County will offer free breakfast and lunch to children and teens 18 and under from June 2 to Aug. 8 through its Summer Food Service Program.
Henry County tornado critically injures son of 'The Wire' actor, damages homes
An EF2 tornado struck Henry County without advance warning, causing significant damage to 13 structures and injuring residents, including a critically injured 18-year-old.
An EF2 tornado struck Henry County without advance warning, causing significant damage to 13 structures and injuring residents, including a critically injured 18-year-old.
Kissimmee police shoot man armed with BB gun that looked like rifle
A man armed with a rifle was shot by police on Thursday in Kissimmee.
A man armed with a rifle was shot by police on Thursday in Kissimmee.
Clermont Police Department appoints new chief
John Graczyk, a longtime officer and U.S. Marine Corps veteran, has been officially named chief of the Clermont Police Department, city officials announced Thursday.
John Graczyk, a longtime officer and U.S. Marine Corps veteran, has been officially named chief of the Clermont Police Department, city officials announced Thursday.
Florida thief wanted in multiple counties arrested after being caught with $470 in steaks, deputies say
A Florida thief wanted in multiple counties has been arrested after deputies say they caught him with $470 in stolen steaks.
A Florida thief wanted in multiple counties has been arrested after deputies say they caught him with $470 in stolen steaks.
InfoWars writer shooting: Two new suspects arrested, charged with capital murder
Austin investigators believe the suspects, who they say had a history of stealing Kias, shot Jamie White outside his apartment while trying to steal his car.
Austin investigators believe the suspects, who they say had a history of stealing Kias, shot Jamie White outside his apartment while trying to steal his car.
Bodies of Texas family found in Alaska after boat capsized during 2024 vacation
The Alaska Dive, Search, Rescue, and Recovery Team reports they have found the remains of a Central Texas family who were reported missing after their boat capsized off the coast of Homer, Alaska in August 2024.
The Alaska Dive, Search, Rescue, and Recovery Team reports they have found the remains of a Central Texas family who were reported missing after their boat capsized off the coast of Homer, Alaska in August 2024.
DeLand man arrested in shooting that injured 16-year-old
A 25-year-old DeLand man has been arrested in connection with a weekend shooting that injured a 16-year-old boy riding home from a graduation party, authorities said. Volusia Sheriff Mike Chitwood shared the latest updates in the investigation during a press conference on Thursday morning.
A 25-year-old DeLand man has been arrested in connection with a weekend shooting that injured a 16-year-old boy riding home from a graduation party, authorities said. Volusia Sheriff Mike Chitwood shared the latest updates in the investigation during a press conference on Thursday morning.
FULL: Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis speaks in Fort Myers
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis hosted a press conference with health care leaders on Thursday morning in Fort Myers. At the event, DeSantis announced his plans to veto a bill concerning medical malpractice lawsuits, specifically regarding the recovery of damages for adult children in cases of medical negligence resulting in death. DeSantis also shared positive opinions on the announcement U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. made earlier this week that COVID-19 vaccines are no longer recommended for healthy children and pregnant women.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis hosted a press conference with health care leaders on Thursday morning in Fort Myers. At the event, DeSantis announced his plans to veto a bill concerning medical malpractice lawsuits, specifically regarding the recovery of damages for adult children in cases of medical negligence resulting in death. DeSantis also shared positive opinions on the announcement U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. made earlier this week that COVID-19 vaccines are no longer recommended for healthy children and pregnant women.
Florida Gov. DeSantis to veto 'free kill' bill
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has announced his plans to veto a bill concerning medical malpractice lawsuits, specifically regarding the recovery of damages for adult children in cases of medical negligence resulting in death. The bill being vetoed is HB 6017, which seeks to repeal a 1990 Florida law that restricts who can sue for non-economic damages, such as pain and suffering, in medical malpractice cases when the victim is 25 years or older. Critics of the law refer to it as the "free kill" law.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has announced his plans to veto a bill concerning medical malpractice lawsuits, specifically regarding the recovery of damages for adult children in cases of medical negligence resulting in death. The bill being vetoed is HB 6017, which seeks to repeal a 1990 Florida law that restricts who can sue for non-economic damages, such as pain and suffering, in medical malpractice cases when the victim is 25 years or older. Critics of the law refer to it as the "free kill" law.
Gov. DeSantis speaks on RFK Jr. COVID vaccine recommendation
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and leaders in health care spoke Thursday morning in Fort Myers. At the event, DeSantis started his comments by sharing shared positive opinions on the announcement U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. made earlier this week that COVID-19 vaccines are no longer recommended for healthy children and pregnant women. The controversial announcement was made weeks before a CDC advisory panel was set to weigh in.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and leaders in health care spoke Thursday morning in Fort Myers. At the event, DeSantis started his comments by sharing shared positive opinions on the announcement U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. made earlier this week that COVID-19 vaccines are no longer recommended for healthy children and pregnant women. The controversial announcement was made weeks before a CDC advisory panel was set to weigh in.
Deadly crash closes DeLand intersection, to be blocked for hours: officials
A DeLand intersection is expected to remain closed for several hours Thursday as police investigate a deadly crash.
A DeLand intersection is expected to remain closed for several hours Thursday as police investigate a deadly crash.