'Modified fireworks' found in student’s car at Matanzas High
A high school in Flagler County was placed on a hold status on Tuesday after “modified fireworks” were found inside a student’s car on campus, authorities said.
A high school in Flagler County was placed on a hold status on Tuesday after “modified fireworks” were found inside a student’s car on campus, authorities said.
Man arrested in alleged home invasion, sexual battery in Brevard County
Members of the Brevard County Sheriff’s Office GAMEOVER Task Force have arrested a man in connection with an alleged home invasion and sexual assault, authorities said.
Members of the Brevard County Sheriff’s Office GAMEOVER Task Force have arrested a man in connection with an alleged home invasion and sexual assault, authorities said.
Gov. DeSantis announces $167.5M in rural infrastructure funding, special session on redistricting
Governor Ron DeSantis unveiled a massive infrastructure investment plan Wednesday morning aimed at strengthening rural communities across Florida.
Governor Ron DeSantis unveiled a massive infrastructure investment plan Wednesday morning aimed at strengthening rural communities across Florida.
Judge denies request to delay trial in Orlando Halloween mass shooting case
A handwritten letter asking for a new attorney was not enough to persuade a judge to delay the murder trial of a teenager charged in a deadly Halloween mass shooting in downtown Orlando in 2024. Jaylen Edgar, 18, asked an Orange County judge Tuesday to replace his defense attorney, a move that likely would have postponed the trial scheduled to begin this week.
A handwritten letter asking for a new attorney was not enough to persuade a judge to delay the murder trial of a teenager charged in a deadly Halloween mass shooting in downtown Orlando in 2024. Jaylen Edgar, 18, asked an Orange County judge Tuesday to replace his defense attorney, a move that likely would have postponed the trial scheduled to begin this week.
Marion County firefighter describes alleged hazing attack
A 19-year-old firefighter says he was assaulted and waterboarded by coworkers during an alleged hazing incident while on duty at a Marion County fire station, an attack that led to multiple arrests and has left him feeling isolated within the department.
A 19-year-old firefighter says he was assaulted and waterboarded by coworkers during an alleged hazing incident while on duty at a Marion County fire station, an attack that led to multiple arrests and has left him feeling isolated within the department.
Suspect in Austin's 1991 yogurt shop murders linked to 1998 Kentucky cold case: police
Kentucky officials have linked a cold case murder to the same man responsible for the 1991 Austin yogurt shop murders.
Kentucky officials have linked a cold case murder to the same man responsible for the 1991 Austin yogurt shop murders.
Eerie surveillance video shows 'person of interest' in unsolved Ohio dentist murder case
Officials have released eerie surveillance footage capturing a "person of interest" in the unsolved murders of an Ohio dentist and his wife, who were gunned down inside their home.
Officials have released eerie surveillance footage capturing a "person of interest" in the unsolved murders of an Ohio dentist and his wife, who were gunned down inside their home.
These cities rank as the best places for active lifestyles in 2026, data finds
As Americans set New Year’s resolutions to exercise more and lose weight in 2026, a new WalletHub study highlights how city living can influence an active lifestyle.
As Americans set New Year’s resolutions to exercise more and lose weight in 2026, a new WalletHub study highlights how city living can influence an active lifestyle.
Deadly shooting of Ocala man believed to be 'random act of violence,' police say
Police officers are responding to a reported homicide in the Ocala Historic District, just east of downtown.
Police officers are responding to a reported homicide in the Ocala Historic District, just east of downtown.
Missing South Carolina teen Mackenzie Dalton found safe after monthlong search leads to arrest
Mackenzie Dalton disappeared in late November, prompting investigation that led to charges against 18-year-old.
Mackenzie Dalton disappeared in late November, prompting investigation that led to charges against 18-year-old.
'Ding-dong ditch' prank erupts in gunfire, leaving juvenile shot and homeowner under arrest: police
Craig Steven Mason allegedly fired multiple rounds at a vehicle carrying juveniles playing "ding-dong ditch," striking one in the leg, police say.
Craig Steven Mason allegedly fired multiple rounds at a vehicle carrying juveniles playing "ding-dong ditch," striking one in the leg, police say.
Map: These states have the highest levels of flu activity
Most flu infections this season are from a new variant not covered by the flu shot, but doctors say the vaccine will still help protect against severe illness and death.
Most flu infections this season are from a new variant not covered by the flu shot, but doctors say the vaccine will still help protect against severe illness and death.
Father arrested on drug, weapons charges as 4-year-old son found dead after New Year's disappearance
Jameson Kyle Boley was charged after a massive search effort found his 4-year-old son's body two miles from his Alabama home.
Jameson Kyle Boley was charged after a massive search effort found his 4-year-old son's body two miles from his Alabama home.
Nick Reiner’s arraignment postponed for 2nd time after attorney withdraws from murder case
Nick Reiner's arraignment in parents' killing has been delayed after his attorney asked to be replaced.
Nick Reiner's arraignment in parents' killing has been delayed after his attorney asked to be replaced.
January is the cheapest month to buy a home; here's how much you could save
January may be the best time to buy a home, according to a study. Here’s why and how much buyers could save.
January may be the best time to buy a home, according to a study. Here’s why and how much buyers could save.
Orlando extends free downtown parking program for 2026
Park DTO offers up to two hours of free parking at participating downtown locations.
Park DTO offers up to two hours of free parking at participating downtown locations.
New federal dietary guidelines: Avoid processed foods, added sugar
New guidelines for healthy eating say Americans should eat more whole foods and protein, fewer highly processed foods and less added sugar.
New guidelines for healthy eating say Americans should eat more whole foods and protein, fewer highly processed foods and less added sugar.
Sen. Mark Kelly: ‘I'm not backing down from the president and secretary of defense’
Democratic Senator Mark Kelly of Arizona says he is not backing down from President Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth after a formal censure letter was sent to Secretary of the Navy John Phelan to review the retired Navy captain's retirement rank and pay.
Democratic Senator Mark Kelly of Arizona says he is not backing down from President Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth after a formal censure letter was sent to Secretary of the Navy John Phelan to review the retired Navy captain's retirement rank and pay.
New Girl Scout cookie arrives: Here's how to get it
If your New Year's resolution is to “explore more” Girl Scout cookies, you’re in luck.
If your New Year's resolution is to “explore more” Girl Scout cookies, you’re in luck.
California wildfires: A haunting look back on the night the flames first erupted in Los Angeles
Chilling videos and images captured the first day the Eaton and Palisades first erupted in Los Angeles County on Jan. 7, 2025.
Chilling videos and images captured the first day the Eaton and Palisades first erupted in Los Angeles County on Jan. 7, 2025.