Florida mom could face death penalty in trial over 3-year-old son?s death
A Brevard County mother went on trial this week, facing the possibility of the death penalty if convicted of killing her 3-year-old son, who police say endured weeks of abuse before he died in 2021.
'Alligator Alcatraz? may empty in days, state official says
Florida?s state-run immigration detention facility in the Everglades, nicknamed ?Alligator Alcatraz,? may be empty within days, according to an Aug. 22 email from Florida Division of Emergency Management Executive Director Kevin Guthrie.
State CFO accuses Orange County of withholding records in audit
Florida?s chief financial officer is accusing Orange County staff of stonewalling a state audit, saying investigators have been denied records and may be dealing with altered files.
Minneapolis Catholic school shooting kills 2, injures 17
A shooter opened fire with a rifle on Wednesday through the windows of a Catholic church in Minneapolis and struck children celebrating Mass during the first week of school, killing two and wounding 17 people.
U.S. Rep. announces $9M to restore Flagler Beach
United States Rep. Randy Fine announced on Wednesday morning the delivery of nearly $9 million in federal funding to restore Flagler Beach. Fine said the funds will be used to improve beach quality and restore dunes affected by Hurricane Milton in 2024.
Minneapolis school shooting: Police update
Authorities provide an update on the school shooting at Annunciation School in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Police said 2 children, aged 8 and 10, were killed; 17 others were hurt, 14 of which were children. Police said the suspected shooter killed himself.
Green crosswalks in Seminole County being painted
Jay Zembower, Seminole County Commissioner, talks crosswalk debacle and Seminole Towne Center Costco.
14 Orlando crosswalks and intersections ordered for removal by FDOT; lane closures expected
Orlando leaders have announced that 14 different areas will be closed across the city on Wednesday following the Florida Department of Transportation's (FDOT) order for removal of some enhanced crosswalk and intersection treatments.
FDOT crews paint over checkered crosswalk at Daytona Speedway
Daytona International Speedway?s iconic checkered crosswalk will be removed under a statewide effort to standardize pedestrian markings.
Orange County schools to install speed zone cameras in 2026
Orange County Public Schools will install speed zone cameras starting in September 2026, months after neighboring Brevard County scrapped its program. The plan, approved under a new county ordinance, will begin with a limited rollout and expand to 16 additional school zones the following year.
Orlando man arrested in 2023 hit-and-run that killed 5-year-old girl
Nearly two years after a deadly hit-and-run crash that killed a 5-year-old girl, Orlando police say they have arrested the driver responsible.
FAA Starship meetings held on Florida's Space Coast
The FAA is hosting meetings on the Space Coast this week for people to learn more about potential Starship launches in the area.
SpaceX Starship's second stage gently lands upright in Indian Ocean
A little over an hour after its launch from Starbase, Texas, the second stage of the Starship spacecraft gently landed upright in the Indian Ocean.
Watch SpaceX Starship test flight 10
SpaceX launched its tenth test flight of its Starship from Starbase, Texas on Tuesday.
Daytona Beach leaders urge shops to remove vulgar shirts
City leaders in Daytona Beach are asking local shops to remove t-shirts and merchandise with vulgar language or sexual content from public displays, aiming to protect the city?s family-friendly image.
Volusia County urges leashes after dog disturbs sea turtle nest
Volusia County officials are urging dog owners to keep pets on leashes after a report of a dog disturbing a sea turtle nesting site.
Visit Orlando CEO defends spending after county audit
Visit Orlando?s CEO defended the organization?s finances Tuesday after Orange County officials alleged the tourism agency misclassified roughly $20 million in funds over the past five years.
Lake Mary Little Leaguer wins Home Run Derby
Florida baseball player DJ Mieses won the 2025 Home Run Derby Champion with, guess this, 15 home runs.
Lake County considers 5-cent gas tax increase
Lake County commissioners are considering a proposal to increase the local gas tax from 7 cents to 12 cents per gallon. The measure was discussed on Tuesday as leaders pointed to rapid growth, heavier traffic, and rising construction costs as reasons the county can no longer rely on current funding sources.
Man arrested in 2023 hit-and-run crash that killed child
On Monday, members of the Orlando Police Department and the U.S. Marshals Service arrested 35-year-old Yosefi Arabu at his home near Clarcona Ocoee Road and Lunsford Drive. He was arrested in connection with a deadly 2023 hit-and-run investigation.