Florida woman facing animal cruelty after severely malnourished dog, Olive, found in New Smyrna Beach: Police
A Florida woman has been arrested in a dog neglect case after the New Smyrna Police Department conducted an investigation involving a severely malnourished dog.
A Florida woman has been arrested in a dog neglect case after the New Smyrna Police Department conducted an investigation involving a severely malnourished dog.
'Selling poison to our children': Grady Judd, AG Uthmeier detail takedown of fentanyl rings
In a sweeping multi-agency operation that spanned several months and crossed jurisdictional lines, Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd and Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier announced the dismantling of two massive drug trafficking syndicates on Friday morning during a press conference in Winter Haven.
In a sweeping multi-agency operation that spanned several months and crossed jurisdictional lines, Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd and Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier announced the dismantling of two massive drug trafficking syndicates on Friday morning during a press conference in Winter Haven.
Fire breaks out at amusement park in Dolly Parton's hometown
A fire erupted at a Tennessee amusement park, with dramatic video capturing the blaze.
A fire erupted at a Tennessee amusement park, with dramatic video capturing the blaze.
DNA evidence links 2009 remains found in Clermont to 1998 missing father case
Press Conference | A 2009 cold case of found human remains in Clermont is solved. After receiving technology to conduct a DNA genealogy analysis, investigators uncovered in 2025 that the 2009 remains belonged to a missing Ocoee father, Ernest Manzanares, who went missing in 1988.
Press Conference | A 2009 cold case of found human remains in Clermont is solved. After receiving technology to conduct a DNA genealogy analysis, investigators uncovered in 2025 that the 2009 remains belonged to a missing Ocoee father, Ernest Manzanares, who went missing in 1988.
Brianna Aguilera: Death ruled suicide by medical examiner
The Travis County Medical Examiner has ruled the death of 19-year-old Texas A&M student Brianna Aguilera a suicide.
The Travis County Medical Examiner has ruled the death of 19-year-old Texas A&M student Brianna Aguilera a suicide.
Melbourne PD: Man who escaped police custody found in Palm Bay home
Eric Jordon Jerry, 24, was found hiding and attempting to conceal himself at a home in northwest Palm Bay. Police said officers identified Jerry's alleged girlfriend and followed her car to the Palm Bay area. It's not known how Jerry got to Palm Bay.
Eric Jordon Jerry, 24, was found hiding and attempting to conceal himself at a home in northwest Palm Bay. Police said officers identified Jerry's alleged girlfriend and followed her car to the Palm Bay area. It's not known how Jerry got to Palm Bay.
Who is Ernest Manzanares? Human remains in 1988 Ocoee missing persons case identified
A family finally has closure after a genetic genealogy analysis links human remains found in 2009 to a 1988 case of a missing father.
A family finally has closure after a genetic genealogy analysis links human remains found in 2009 to a 1988 case of a missing father.
Popular weight-loss drugs linked to rare 'pirate disease,' researchers warn
Researchers are raising flags about GLP-1 weight-loss medications potentially increasing the risk of a rare disease.
Researchers are raising flags about GLP-1 weight-loss medications potentially increasing the risk of a rare disease.
Teen arrested after trying to flee deputies on e-bike, officials say
A 14-year-old boy was arrested Wednesday after he allegedly tried to flee from law enforcement on an electric bicycle during a traffic stop, according to the Orange County Sheriff’s Office.
A 14-year-old boy was arrested Wednesday after he allegedly tried to flee from law enforcement on an electric bicycle during a traffic stop, according to the Orange County Sheriff’s Office.
Thousands of smoke detectors sold on Amazon recalled, CPSC says
Thousands of smoke detectors were recalled over failure to warn during a fire.
Thousands of smoke detectors were recalled over failure to warn during a fire.
Government Shutdown: DHS closure seems certain as funding talks stall
A shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security appeared all but certain as House and Senate lawmakers prepared to leave Washington for a 10‑day recess and negotiations with the White House over Democrats’ demands stalled.
A shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security appeared all but certain as House and Senate lawmakers prepared to leave Washington for a 10‑day recess and negotiations with the White House over Democrats’ demands stalled.
From Star Tours to Imagineering, cast member marks 35 years at Disney World
Diego Parras started his Disney career as a cast member at Star Tours before joining the Walt Disney Imagineering team. Parras has now marked 35 years at Disney World.
Diego Parras started his Disney career as a cast member at Star Tours before joining the Walt Disney Imagineering team. Parras has now marked 35 years at Disney World.
Florida dad's plea goes TikTok-viral in search of stem cell donor for son
Juan Uribe is a father looking for a stem cell donor to match with his 15-year-old son, Max.
Juan Uribe is a father looking for a stem cell donor to match with his 15-year-old son, Max.
Logano, Elliott win Daytona Duels ahead of Great American Race
Joey Logano and Chase Elliott raced to victory in their respective qualifying duels Thursday night, setting the field for the Daytona 500 at Daytona International Speedway.
Joey Logano and Chase Elliott raced to victory in their respective qualifying duels Thursday night, setting the field for the Daytona 500 at Daytona International Speedway.
Remains found in Palm Bay woods in missing person investigation
Human remains were discovered in a wooded area near homes in Palm Bay as authorities investigate a missing person case, police said. Officers using cadaver dogs searched dense woods along Santo Domingo Avenue and found the remains, which have not been identified.
Human remains were discovered in a wooded area near homes in Palm Bay as authorities investigate a missing person case, police said. Officers using cadaver dogs searched dense woods along Santo Domingo Avenue and found the remains, which have not been identified.
Pickleball dispute lead to couple being charged with felony battery
Authorities say a dispute during a pickleball game in Port Orange escalated into a fight that left one player seriously injured and resulted in felony battery charges.
Authorities say a dispute during a pickleball game in Port Orange escalated into a fight that left one player seriously injured and resulted in felony battery charges.
NASA, SpaceX launch Crew-12 mission to International Space Station
NASA and SpaceX launched Crew-12 from the Space Coast early Friday, with the crew now headed to the International Space Station.
NASA and SpaceX launched Crew-12 from the Space Coast early Friday, with the crew now headed to the International Space Station.
Daytona 500 Duels wrap up as weather stays mostly favorable
Racers battled for lineup positions in the Daytona 500 duels, with Joey Logano winning the first duel in overtime after a late crash and Chase Elliott taking the second race.
Racers battled for lineup positions in the Daytona 500 duels, with Joey Logano winning the first duel in overtime after a late crash and Chase Elliott taking the second race.
Wanted man captured 24 hours after escaping custody at Florida hospital
A wanted suspect was captured at a home in Palm Bay about 24 hours after slipping out of handcuffs and running from the Orlando Health Melbourne Hospital, police said.
A wanted suspect was captured at a home in Palm Bay about 24 hours after slipping out of handcuffs and running from the Orlando Health Melbourne Hospital, police said.
Florida first-time homebuyers: New bill would require employers to assist with down payments, closing costs
State Representative Jervonte Edmonds is looking at a way to make it easier for Floridians to live where they work.
State Representative Jervonte Edmonds is looking at a way to make it easier for Floridians to live where they work.