Advocates demand 5 changes from FWC after Sloth World sloth deaths
Florida Rep. Anna Eskamani and the Sloth Protection Alliance have sent a five-point list of recommended changes to the Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) with the goal of limiting sloth imports into the state, following the deaths of more than 50 sloths intended for the now-defunct Sloth World Orlando attraction.
Florida Rep. Anna Eskamani and the Sloth Protection Alliance have sent a five-point list of recommended changes to the Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) with the goal of limiting sloth imports into the state, following the deaths of more than 50 sloths intended for the now-defunct Sloth World Orlando attraction.
Florida man accused of exposing himself to teen at gym, deputies say
A Florida man is accused of exposing himself to a 15-year-old boy and trying to enter the teen's shower at a Palm Coast gym.
A Florida man is accused of exposing himself to a 15-year-old boy and trying to enter the teen's shower at a Palm Coast gym.
Alleged utility station break-in leaves neighborhood without water
More than 80 homes in a Lake County neighborhood temporarily lost water service after someone broke into a utility pump station, shut off power, and damaged equipment, authorities said.
More than 80 homes in a Lake County neighborhood temporarily lost water service after someone broke into a utility pump station, shut off power, and damaged equipment, authorities said.
Florida urged to strengthen sloth protections after deaths tied to attraction
Animal welfare advocates and a Central Florida lawmaker are urging state wildlife regulators to adopt stricter protections for sloths following the deaths of dozens of animals tied to a failed Orlando attraction.
Animal welfare advocates and a Central Florida lawmaker are urging state wildlife regulators to adopt stricter protections for sloths following the deaths of dozens of animals tied to a failed Orlando attraction.
Quick actions by deputies help save woman who collapsed in ocean, officials say
A pair of Volusia County deputies rescued a 68-year-old woman from the water in New Smyrna Beach and performed lifesaving measures, before she was rushed to the hospital.
A pair of Volusia County deputies rescued a 68-year-old woman from the water in New Smyrna Beach and performed lifesaving measures, before she was rushed to the hospital.
Florida woman wrongly arrested in deadly I-4 crash sues FHP troopers: Lawsuit
A Florida woman who said she was wrongly jailed for nearly two weeks and wrongly accused of killing three people in a hit-and-run crash on Interstate 4 has filed a federal lawsuit against Florida Highway Patrol and the troopers who accused her.
A Florida woman who said she was wrongly jailed for nearly two weeks and wrongly accused of killing three people in a hit-and-run crash on Interstate 4 has filed a federal lawsuit against Florida Highway Patrol and the troopers who accused her.
Woman wrongly arrested in deadly I-4 crash sues FHP
A Florida woman who said she was wrongly jailed for nearly two weeks and wrongly accused of killing three people in a hit-and-run crash on Interstate 4 has filed a federal lawsuit against the Florida Highway Patrol and the troopers who accused her.
A Florida woman who said she was wrongly jailed for nearly two weeks and wrongly accused of killing three people in a hit-and-run crash on Interstate 4 has filed a federal lawsuit against the Florida Highway Patrol and the troopers who accused her.
Flagler County store owner says property has become an 'unwilling safe haven' for sex offenders
A Flagler County business owner says registered sex offenders have been using his general store’s address as their residence without permission.
A Flagler County business owner says registered sex offenders have been using his general store’s address as their residence without permission.
Woman files lawsuit against FHP for wrongful arrest
A Florida woman who said she was wrongly jailed for nearly two weeks and wrongly accused of killing three people in a hit-and-run crash on Interstate 4 has filed a federal lawsuit against the Florida Highway Patrol and the troopers who accused her.
A Florida woman who said she was wrongly jailed for nearly two weeks and wrongly accused of killing three people in a hit-and-run crash on Interstate 4 has filed a federal lawsuit against the Florida Highway Patrol and the troopers who accused her.
Florida teens caught riding on top of SUV going 40 mph, cited; police say
A late-night joyride for a group of young adults in Florida ended with multiple citations and an arrest after a police officer spotted multiple people on the roof of an SUV as the driver drove down the street.
A late-night joyride for a group of young adults in Florida ended with multiple citations and an arrest after a police officer spotted multiple people on the roof of an SUV as the driver drove down the street.
Teen arrested after passengers ride atop moving SUV, police say
A 19-year-old driver was arrested after police said he drove an SUV with several people riding on the roof and hanging from the vehicle along a busy Orange County roadway.
A 19-year-old driver was arrested after police said he drove an SUV with several people riding on the roof and hanging from the vehicle along a busy Orange County roadway.
Business owner says sex offenders used store address without permission
A Flagler County business owner says registered sex offenders have been using his general store’s address as their residence without permission, raising concerns about public safety and oversight of offender registration requirements.
A Flagler County business owner says registered sex offenders have been using his general store’s address as their residence without permission, raising concerns about public safety and oversight of offender registration requirements.
2 missing boaters in New Smyrna Beach found safe, police say
Two boaters who were reported missing off the coast of New Smyrna Beach on Tuesday have been found and are OK, according to the New Smyrna Police Department.
Two boaters who were reported missing off the coast of New Smyrna Beach on Tuesday have been found and are OK, according to the New Smyrna Police Department.
NASA Artemis III crew: Meet the astronauts, mission timeline updates
NASA will reveal the four astronauts who have been selected for the Artemis III mission during a news conference Tuesday at Johnson Space Center in Houston.
NASA will reveal the four astronauts who have been selected for the Artemis III mission during a news conference Tuesday at Johnson Space Center in Houston.
Is your bread safe? Here’s what to know after Florida study finds pesticide in store-bought bread
Florida health officials detected a controversial weed-killing chemical in six types of popular store-bought bread, sparking a clash between state leaders and independent toxicologists over consumer safety.
Florida health officials detected a controversial weed-killing chemical in six types of popular store-bought bread, sparking a clash between state leaders and independent toxicologists over consumer safety.
2 missing boaters return to dry land after being stranded at sea
Two Florida boaters returned safely to shore Tuesday after spending more than 24 hours stranded offshore when electrical problems disabled their vessel, prompting a multiagency search and rescue effort. The men were found off the coast near Ormond Beach after a Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission aircraft spotted their boat and alerted the U.S. Coast Guard, which coordinated the rescue.
Two Florida boaters returned safely to shore Tuesday after spending more than 24 hours stranded offshore when electrical problems disabled their vessel, prompting a multiagency search and rescue effort. The men were found off the coast near Ormond Beach after a Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission aircraft spotted their boat and alerted the U.S. Coast Guard, which coordinated the rescue.
Orlando plans groundbreaking for permanent Pulse memorial
Nearly a decade after the Pulse nightclub shooting, Orlando officials say construction on a permanent memorial honoring the 49 victims is expected to begin later this year, marking a major milestone in a project that has faced years of delays, controversy, and setbacks.
Nearly a decade after the Pulse nightclub shooting, Orlando officials say construction on a permanent memorial honoring the 49 victims is expected to begin later this year, marking a major milestone in a project that has faced years of delays, controversy, and setbacks.
Florida man chased, shot at ex-girlfriend before causing wreck with deputy's patrol vehicle, officials say
A 17-year-old girl was on the phone with 911 as her 21-year-old ex-boyfriend chased, shot at, and crashed the car she was riding in, according to the Osceola County Sheriff's Office.
A 17-year-old girl was on the phone with 911 as her 21-year-old ex-boyfriend chased, shot at, and crashed the car she was riding in, according to the Osceola County Sheriff's Office.
Storm-damaged pipe leaves Palm Bay residents facing road repair dispute
Residents of a Palm Bay neighborhood remain uncertain about when a collapsed road will be fully repaired after city officials and homeowners disagreed over who should pay for the work.
Residents of a Palm Bay neighborhood remain uncertain about when a collapsed road will be fully repaired after city officials and homeowners disagreed over who should pay for the work.
Vacant Orlando gas station could become restaurant under
A long-vacant gas station in Orlando’s Milk District could soon be transformed into a new restaurant under redevelopment plans filed with the city. Developers have proposed converting the former Hoods Up gas station at the corner of Robinson Street and Bumby Avenue into a restaurant.
A long-vacant gas station in Orlando’s Milk District could soon be transformed into a new restaurant under redevelopment plans filed with the city. Developers have proposed converting the former Hoods Up gas station at the corner of Robinson Street and Bumby Avenue into a restaurant.