Death investigation underway after body found in Lee County structure fire

A death investigation is underway in Lee County after a person was found dead during a structure fire investigation, the sheriff's office reported. 

Defense Dept. confirms death of soldier reported missing after air base attack

The U.S. Department of Defense confirmed an Army staff sergeant originally reported missing after an Iranian assault on an air base last week had died.

Popular European destination declares: 'Not one tourist more'

A popular European tourist destination is escalating its fight against overtourism with plans to sharply increase taxes on short-stay cruise passengers and maintain strict limits on visitor growth.

8 family members found dead in Michigan fire; police say at least 1 was shot

Authorities in Michigan are investigating possible foul play after eight people, including six children, were found dead inside a burning home Friday with some of the victims suffering gunshot wounds.

Lou Koller, Sick of It All frontman, dies at 59 after cancer battle

Lou Koller, the longtime frontman and co-founder of New York hardcore band Sick of It All, has died at age 59 after a two-year battle with cancer.

Florida deputy allegedly hit a dog in his patrol car; Brevard County sheriff launches investigation

The Brevard County Sheriff's Office is investigating a deputy accused of hitting a dog and driving away without stopping in Port St. John. The sheriff's office has covered the dog's recovery costs.

Florida man, 20, arrested for making threat against South Causeway Bridge in New Smyrna Beach: Officials

A 20-year-old man from Edgewater is accused of making a terroristic threat against the South Causeway Bridge in New Smyrna Beach, which crosses the Indian River North, connecting New Smyrna Beach and the inlet.

Journey's End: Volusia County animal sanctuary in desperate need of new home

Unlike traditional animal shelters, Journey's End does not focus on adoptions. Instead, the sanctuary takes in animals that are often considered unadoptable: the old, the sick, the injured, and the abandoned. Journey’s End Animal Sanctuary in DeLand gives them a comfortable place to live out the rest of their lives.

AAU basketball coach, 5 players arrested after Polk County 7-Eleven theft: PCSO

Five teenagers and a coach visiting the Orlando area for an AAU basketball tournament were arrested after investigators say the teens stole items from a Polk County convenience store and their coach lied to detectives during the investigation.

Education Department removing 'disparate impact' discrimination rule

The Department of Education has narrowed its civil rights enforcement, ruling that school policies resulting in unequal outcomes for certain groups will no longer be considered discriminatory unless intent is proven.

Antarctica's 'hummingbird' revealed in stunning new NASA radar

NASA has released a striking new radar image from its NISAR Earth-observing satellite that reveals an Antarctic landscape resembling a hummingbird in flight.

Walmart issues recall for 16,000 dressers for being unstable

Walmart is recalling thousands of EnHomee 9-Drawer Fabric Dressers sold on its website between September 2023 and March 2026.

'Spider-Man' to the rescue - Helps man in wheelchair cross street

Not all superheroes wear capes—some wear Spider-Man suits. A driver dressed as Spider-Man stopped at a busy Arkansas intersection to help a wheelchair user safely cross the street. Police praised the "web of kindness," and it turns out the good Samaritan was on the way to a superhero event for toddlers.