Florida assisted living executive accused of stealing residents’ jewelry
A former assisted living facility executive director in Volusia County is accused of stealing jewelry from elderly residents and pawning the items over several months, authorities said.
A former assisted living facility executive director in Volusia County is accused of stealing jewelry from elderly residents and pawning the items over several months, authorities said.
Authorities raid three alleged illegal gambling halls in Lake County
Authorities raided three illegal gambling halls in Lake County, seizing hundreds of slot machines and large amounts of cash in a coordinated crackdown, officials said.
Authorities raided three illegal gambling halls in Lake County, seizing hundreds of slot machines and large amounts of cash in a coordinated crackdown, officials said.
Smoke blankets parts of Central Florida from prescribed burns
Smoke drifted across parts of central Florida on Friday night as crews carried out prescribed burns in multiple conservation areas, creating dark plumes visible for miles. This comes as the region is experiencing dry to severe drought conditions.
Smoke drifted across parts of central Florida on Friday night as crews carried out prescribed burns in multiple conservation areas, creating dark plumes visible for miles. This comes as the region is experiencing dry to severe drought conditions.
Florida mom squats Jacksonville Jags QB Trevor Lane
A Florida mom and Navy veteran discussed her viral moment of doing squats with Jacksonville Jaguars' Quarterback Trevor Lane on her back.
A Florida mom and Navy veteran discussed her viral moment of doing squats with Jacksonville Jaguars' Quarterback Trevor Lane on her back.
SpaceX launches second Starlink mission of 2026
A Falcon 9 rocket carrying another batch of satellites lifted off from Space Launch Complex 40 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station. This batch of satellites, which are part of the Starlink 6-96 mission, headed toward low Earth orbit, joining thousands that have already been launched into space. Starlink satellites provide broadband internet access to many parts of the world.
A Falcon 9 rocket carrying another batch of satellites lifted off from Space Launch Complex 40 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station. This batch of satellites, which are part of the Starlink 6-96 mission, headed toward low Earth orbit, joining thousands that have already been launched into space. Starlink satellites provide broadband internet access to many parts of the world.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis speaks on 'informed consent' in child vaccine recommendations
Following the CDC recommended list of vaccines for children -- which decreased 17 to 10, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said there should be "no coercion involved."
Following the CDC recommended list of vaccines for children -- which decreased 17 to 10, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said there should be "no coercion involved."
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, Adventure Island offering free admission to Florida preschoolers
Children ages 5 and younger can get free admission to both parks for the rest of 2026.
Children ages 5 and younger can get free admission to both parks for the rest of 2026.
Seminole County schools increasing security after 'vague' social media threat
The decision is in response to an online video that features a masked individual making vague threats toward “schools and educational institutions."
The decision is in response to an online video that features a masked individual making vague threats toward “schools and educational institutions."
Seminole County Sheriff's Office to increase patrols at schools in the county
Seminole County schools will have an increase law enforcement presence after video circulating online made vague threats toward schools.
Seminole County schools will have an increase law enforcement presence after video circulating online made vague threats toward schools.
Fake $50 bills reported at multiple Lake Mary businesses
Lake Mary police are investigating multiple incidents of counterfeit $50 bills being passed at local businesses.
Lake Mary police are investigating multiple incidents of counterfeit $50 bills being passed at local businesses.
Man held without bond after deadly shooting in Ocala
A 29-year-old man remains behind bars after police say he shot and killed a 64-year-old man in his front yard in what authorities are calling a random, execution-style killing.
A 29-year-old man remains behind bars after police say he shot and killed a 64-year-old man in his front yard in what authorities are calling a random, execution-style killing.
Bill filed in Florida would ban holding phones while driving
A new bill filed in the Florida Legislature could make it illegal for drivers to hold a cellphone while operating a vehicle, aiming to reduce accidents caused by distracted driving.
A new bill filed in the Florida Legislature could make it illegal for drivers to hold a cellphone while operating a vehicle, aiming to reduce accidents caused by distracted driving.
Paents push back on proposed Little League fee hike
Parents in St. Cloud are raising concerns over a proposed increase in Little League fees that could disproportionately affect non-resident players.
Parents in St. Cloud are raising concerns over a proposed increase in Little League fees that could disproportionately affect non-resident players.
Florida bill would extend recess requirement to middle schools
A bill filed in the Florida House would require recess for middle school students, expanding a mandate that currently applies only to elementary schools.
A bill filed in the Florida House would require recess for middle school students, expanding a mandate that currently applies only to elementary schools.
Ocala man killed execution style while pulling weeds in yard: OPD
Police say a 64-year-old man was shot and killed in his front yard in Ocala in what appears to be a random act of violence. A 29-year-old suspect was arrested nearby with a gun and is jailed without bond as the investigation continues.
Police say a 64-year-old man was shot and killed in his front yard in Ocala in what appears to be a random act of violence. A 29-year-old suspect was arrested nearby with a gun and is jailed without bond as the investigation continues.
NASA to bring Crew-11 home early after medical issue
NASA announced Thursday that its Crew-11 mission aboard the International Space Station will return to Earth nearly a month ahead of schedule after a medical issue involving one of the astronauts.
NASA announced Thursday that its Crew-11 mission aboard the International Space Station will return to Earth nearly a month ahead of schedule after a medical issue involving one of the astronauts.
Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend kicks off at Epcot
Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend is underway, with thousands of runners taking part in the 5K race at Epcot to open the four-day event.
Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend is underway, with thousands of runners taking part in the 5K race at Epcot to open the four-day event.
More development plans outlined for Orange, Seminole counties
Orlando city leaders are highlighting a slate of upcoming construction projects aimed at improving access, walkability, and overall vibrancy in downtown. In Seminole County, officials confirmed major changes at the Seminole Towne Center site.
Orlando city leaders are highlighting a slate of upcoming construction projects aimed at improving access, walkability, and overall vibrancy in downtown. In Seminole County, officials confirmed major changes at the Seminole Towne Center site.
Orlando weather: Unseasonably warm weather continues in Central Florida, but cooler temperatures on the way
It will be another very warm day with afternoon highs soaring into the low 80s in inland areas.
It will be another very warm day with afternoon highs soaring into the low 80s in inland areas.
Trial delayed for suspect in Orlando Halloween mass shooting
A murder trial in Orange County was put on hold after a teenage defendant accused of killing two people in a 2024 Halloween weekend mass shooting requested to pursue an insanity defense, court officials said.
A murder trial in Orange County was put on hold after a teenage defendant accused of killing two people in a 2024 Halloween weekend mass shooting requested to pursue an insanity defense, court officials said.