Elon Musk sells X to his own AI company xAI in $33 billion stock deal

Elon Musk has sold X, formerly Twitter, to his AI company xAI in a $33 billion all-stock deal, signaling deeper integration between artificial intelligence and the social media platform.

Sheriff Grady Judd swears in boy with brain cancer as honorary Polk County deputy

Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd held a swearing-in ceremony on Friday for a 13-year-old boy battling incurable brain cancer as the teen hopes to set a Guinness World Record.

List: The most and least American-made cars

President Donald Trump’s 25% tariff on imported automobiles will hit some carmakers harder than others. Here’s a look at foreign brands that build their cars in the U.S. – and who doesn't.

Lakeland man who rescued toddler from burning car honored nationally: 'A big surprise'

A Lakeland man just received one of the most prestigious civilian awards in the country, the Carnegie Award for heroism, after he put his life on the line to try to save two kids in a heartbreaking tragedy. 

U.S. issues travel warning for popular Caribbean island

The U.S. government is warning citizens against travel to a Caribbean island because of serious crime, terrorism and kidnapping risks.

Video: Florida sheriffs honor life of K-9 partner 'Junny' after long battle with cancer

It is said that a good dog only breaks your heart once, and Brevard County Sheriff Wayne Ivey said his earth broke yesterday when his K-9 companion "Junny" died after a long and courageous battle with cancer.

Jonas Brothers announce 3 Florida shows as part of new 'Living The Dream' tour

In celebration of their 20-year career, The Jonas Brothers have announced a new tour with three shows planned across Florida — including one right here in Orlando. Here's what you need to know about the tour and how to secure your tickets.

Family outraged after girl receives monkey, toilet with fake poop as prize gift from school

A family is demanding answers and an apology after a little girl received a toy monkey and toilet with fake poop as a school fundraising prize. The district says the prizes were communicated to families ahead of time.

Michigan family jailed in Mexico over timeshare dispute

It has been an international nightmare for two American citizens who are stuck in a Mexican jail for a dispute over a time-share for 21 days.

Trump officials reportedly texted war plans in group chat that included magazine editor

Atlantic editor-in-chief Jeffrey Goldberg said the material in the text chain “contained operational details of forthcoming strikes on Iran-backed Houthi-rebels in Yemen.

DeSantis says Florida returned $878M in taxpayer funds to federal government after meeting with Musk, DOGE

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said Friday that the state was returning more than $878 million to the federal government that it had been attempting to give back for the past few years during the Biden administration.

Pope Francis will be leaving hospital soon after 38-day stay

After 38 days in the hospital, some of those spent in critical condition, Pope Francis is returning to the Vatican.

New Mexico mass shooting: 3 killed, 15 injured

Police in New Mexico said gunfire erupted during an unsanctioned car show at a park Friday night, killing three people and hurting 15 others.

California woman strangled to death while on overnight prison visit with quadruple murder convict husband

Stephanie Dowells was strangled during an conjugal visit with her husband David Brinson, who was convicted of killing four men in 1993. Brinson has not been charged with his wife's murder.

US revokes legal status for 532,000 migrants

More than 500,000 migrants who were given permits to live and work in the U.S. legally will face potential deportation next month.

George Foreman, heavyweight champion and Olympic gold medalist, dies at 76

George Foreman, the two-time heavyweight champion, Olympic gold medalist, and proud Houston native, has died at 76. His family described him as a man of deep faith, discipline, and unwavering love for his legacy.

Boy dies after alleged torture, abuse by mother, her boyfriend; enhanced charges expected

A 10-year-old boy from Lake County has died weeks after suffering severe abuse and neglect at the hands of his mother and his mother's boyfriend, according to the Tavares Police Department.