Orange vapor over Palm Bay: Here's what we know
An investigation has been launched after a research plant seemingly released chemicals into the air on Monday in Palm Bay, depicting an orange hue high in the sky. Photos and videos flooded social media, curious as to what it was. Palm Bay Fire said the vapor tested positive for vaporized sodium cyanide and bromine.
Attorney: Why do major Florida theme parks self report injuries?
Attorneys representing the family of Kevin Rodriguez Zavala, the 32-year-old man who became unconscious -- and later died -- while riding the Stardust Racers roller coaster at Universal's Epic Universe, questioned why some of the major theme parks in Florida "self report" injuries.
President Trump addresses top military leaders
President Donald Trump joined hundreds of generals on Tuesday morning summoned to Virginia on short notice by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, adding new security concerns. Trump's remarks included discussions of the Nobel Peace Prize, peace negotiations between Israel and Hamas, and his love of tariffs.
Epic Universe Stardust Racers death was not an 'isolated incident' and ‘entirely preventable,' Ben Crump says
It's been almost two weeks since 32-year-old Kevin Rodriguez Zavala became unresponsive while on Epic Universe's Stardust Racers roller coaster and later died at the hospital. Since then, Ben Crump, the attorney representing the family of Zavala, said multiple other riders and witnesses have come forward to share similar experiences while riding the coaster.
Ben Crump: We know of more injuries on Stardust Racers ride
On Tuesday morning, Attorney Ben Crump delivered an update in the case of Kevin Rodriguez Zavala. Zavala became unresponsive while on Epic Universe's Stardust Racers roller coaster and later died at the hospital, officials said. He died from "multiple blunt force injuries." His death was ruled an accident.
Epic Universe death: Ben Crump schedules news conference
On Tuesday morning, Attorney Ben Crump is expected to deliver an update in the case of Kevin Rodriguez Zavala. Zavala became unresponsive while on Epic Universe's Stardust Racers roller coaster and later died at the hospital, officials said. He died from "multiple blunt force injuries." His death was ruled an accident.
Seminole commission chairman alleges improper bonus payments
Seminole County Clerk and Comptroller Grant Maloy, who is suing the county over nearly $1 million in disputed funding, denied commissioners? claims that his office gave out bonuses, saying the questioned payments were for PTO buybacks and retention.
Sanford residents complain of sewage stench
Downtown Sanford residents have reported a foul odor that has been lingering for weeks, and city officials confirm that the stench is linked to an aging wastewater treatment system.
Mims man accused of illegally harvesting alligators
A 20-year-old Mims man has been arrested in connection with a string of illegal alligator harvests earlier this year, and warrants have been issued for three other suspects, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.
Suspect arrested in Deltona condominium shooting
A 21-year-old man was shot and killed early Monday morning at a condominium complex in Deltona, deputies with the Volusia Sheriff's Office (VSO) say. A suspect has been arrested. Within 15 minutes, deputies said they spotted a man in the area matching the shooter?s description and took him into custody without incident. The suspect, identified as Brian D. Whittaker, 49, lived in another unit of the same complex.
Cruise lines alter itineraries due to Humberto, Imelda
Cruise ships departing from Port Canaveral are changing course as Tropical Storm Imelda and Hurricane Humberto approach the Atlantic, forcing adjustments to passenger itineraries.
Full Sail University facing federal lawsuit alleging fraud
Full Sail University and the Los Angeles Film School are facing a federal lawsuit accusing them of defrauding the government and pressuring students to enroll.
Cape Canaveral residents prepping for storm impacts
All weekend, seniors living at the Cape Canaveral Mobile Estates were digging trenches and trying to get ready for whatever impacts the tropical system off the coast of Florida could bring to the Space Coast. Neighbors who live at the manufactured home park deal with flooding constantly, even just during regular thunderstorms, so the property manager is trying something new. They have a permanent pump, hoses going into a back canal and deeper ditches going into this week?s storm. They?re frustrated with the city because they?ve been dealing with flooding for years and think more needs to be done with street drainage and back canal maintenance to stop the issue from happening in the first place.
Trump tariffs coincides with local push to revive film industry
Orange County leaders are considering new financial incentives to lure film and television productions back to Central Florida, as President Donald Trump vows to crack down on movies made overseas.
Man shot, killed at Deltona condo, suspect arrested
A 21-year-old man was shot and killed early Tuesday at a condominium complex in Volusia County, and deputies said the suspect was arrested nearby.
Teen led high-speed chase on I-4, troopers say
A 16-year-old is facing charges after troopers said he led them on a high-speed chase down Interstate 4 early Monday, reaching speeds of 100 mph and driving into oncoming traffic.
Florida teen faked abduction, shot himself in hoax: Sheriff
A Marion County teen?s claim of being shot and abducted was exposed as a hoax, Sheriff Billy Woods said.
Eastbound I-4 lanes near SR-528 shut down due to crash
A crash blocked all eastbound lanes of Interstate 4 in Orange County Monday afternoon, transportation officials said.
Tropical Storm Imelda brings rough surf, high winds
Volusia and Brevard counties were feeling the first effects of Tropical Storm Imelda, as it moved up Florida?s east coast Monday, with rough seas, bursts of rain, and winds gusting up to 40 mph.
2026 Best Colleges List: Gov. Ron DeSantis remarks
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis cheered the state's colleges and universities following the release of US News & World Reports' 2026 Best Colleges rankings.