Luigi Mangione will not pursue psychiatric defense in UnitedHealthcare CEO's killing

Luigi Mangione's lawyers will no longer be pursuing a psychiatric defense in his state murder trial for the killing of UnitedHealthCare CEO Brian Thompson, according to The Associated Press.

Fired Florida probation officer leaked arrest warrants to alleged drug ring members, deputies say

A former juvenile probation officer in Florida is facing more than 100 charges for allegedly accessing a crime database and leaking arrest warrants and other documents to alleged members of a drug ring that was actively under investigation, according to the Orange County Sheriff's Office.

Exotic South American parrots thriving in wild colonies on Florida's Space Coast

Bright blue and green parrots native to South America are drawing attention in Melbourne, where bird watchers have reported more sightings across the Space Coast.

South American parrots draw attention on Florida’s Space Coast
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Bright blue and green parrots native to South America are drawing attention in Melbourne, where bird watchers have reported more sightings across the Space Coast. The birds, known as blue-crowned conures, have been seen near downtown Melbourne, along U.S. 1 and Eau Gallie Boulevard, on Wickham Road, and as far south as Palm Bay.

President Trump awards Medal of Honor to two Marines, one posthumously, and an Army soldier

President Donald Trump awarded the Medal of Honor at a White House ceremony Thursday to Major James Capers, Jr., U.S. Marine Corps (Retired), Colonel John W. Ripley, U.S. Marine Corps (Posthumous), and Major Nicholas Dockery, U.S. Army (Retired).

Judge denies release for man accused of shooting Instacart driver
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A judge ruled Thursday that a man accused of shooting an Instacart delivery driver in the face during what prosecutors described as a random attack will remain in jail while awaiting trial.

Execution of 74-year-old inmate reignites debate over death penalty
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The scheduled execution of a 74-year-old Florida death row inmate is renewing debate over the use of capital punishment and whether age should factor into executions.

Orlando Magic introduce Sean Sweeney as new head coach
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The Orlando Magic introduced Sean Sweeney as the franchise's new head coach on Thursday, handing the longtime NBA assistant his first opportunity to lead a team from the bench.

Brevard County man accused of starving dog to death, sheriff says
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A Brevard County man has been arrested on animal cruelty charges after investigators said a dog in his care was found severely neglected and had to be euthanized.

Mom recounts crash that injured her and 8-year-old son
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A Florida mother is sharing her story after she and her 8-year-old son were struck by a vehicle while crossing a street in New Smyrna Beach, leaving both injured and beginning what she described as a long recovery.

First Artemis III engine arrives at Kennedy Space Center as NASA prepares for next moon mission

The first of four RS-25 engines that will power NASA’s Artemis III mission has arrived inside the Vehicle Assembly Building at Kennedy Space Center in Florida, the agency announced Thursday.

Welcome to Rockville 2027: Festival dates, tickets, lineup

Calling all rock, metal, and punk fans: the 2027 dates for the Welcome to Rockville festival have been announced.

‘The Grinch’ sequel in the works with Jim Carrey returning: Reports

Reports say a sequel to the beloved 2000 holiday hit "How the Grinch Stole Christmas" is in development, with Jim Carrey potentially returning as the iconic Grinch and Ron Howard set to direct.

Florida man arrested after leading authorities on chase, crashing SUV into pond: FHP

A man is facing multiple charges after troopers say he led law enforcement on a chase through St. Petersburg neighborhoods before crashing his vehicle into a pond, where he swam and later ran away from authorities.

Florida woman allegedly ran unlicensed lip filler business, deputies say

A Florida woman has been arrested for allegedly advertising and practicing cosmetic medical procedures without a license, according to the Seminole County Sheriff's Office.