Project turns wastewater into renewable energy while reducing PFAS
Altamonte Springs officials say a new wastewater treatment technology is showing promising results, converting sewage byproducts into renewable energy while significantly reducing harmful PFAS levels.
Altamonte Springs officials say a new wastewater treatment technology is showing promising results, converting sewage byproducts into renewable energy while significantly reducing harmful PFAS levels.
New barriers installed as Volusia County officials seek safer beach access
A deadly toll booth crash has prompted Volusia County officials to accelerate efforts to improve safety at beach access points. Temporary barriers and water-filled barricades have been installed while county leaders evaluate longer-term solutions for protecting employees and visitors.
A deadly toll booth crash has prompted Volusia County officials to accelerate efforts to improve safety at beach access points. Temporary barriers and water-filled barricades have been installed while county leaders evaluate longer-term solutions for protecting employees and visitors.
Entanglements increasingly threaten dolphins in Indian River Lagoon
Wildlife researchers are raising concerns about a sharp increase in dolphin entanglements in Florida’s Indian River Lagoon, where discarded fishing gear has become a leading cause of death for the region’s bottlenose dolphins.
Wildlife researchers are raising concerns about a sharp increase in dolphin entanglements in Florida’s Indian River Lagoon, where discarded fishing gear has become a leading cause of death for the region’s bottlenose dolphins.
Honoring Ashtyn: Florida teen killed in crash saves many through organ donation; 'She was fearless'
A Florida mom is grieving the death of her 19-year-old daughter, but has found solace that her legacy will live on in others.
A Florida mom is grieving the death of her 19-year-old daughter, but has found solace that her legacy will live on in others.
New York tourist sues Osceola County after wrongful detention
A New York man has filed a lawsuit against the Osceola County Sheriff’s Office, alleging deputies wrongfully detained and handcuffed him while searching for a different person during a March 2025 incident in Central Florida.
A New York man has filed a lawsuit against the Osceola County Sheriff’s Office, alleging deputies wrongfully detained and handcuffed him while searching for a different person during a March 2025 incident in Central Florida.
Wildfires are reversing years of progress on US ozone pollution, study finds
New research shows that increasingly intense wildfires are making the U.S. smoggier again.
New research shows that increasingly intense wildfires are making the U.S. smoggier again.
Jerry Demings suspends governor campaign after cancer diagnosis
Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings announced Thursday that he is suspending his campaign for Florida governor after being diagnosed with prostate cancer.
Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings announced Thursday that he is suspending his campaign for Florida governor after being diagnosed with prostate cancer.
2 people wanted for defrauding Dollar General of cash in 'deceptive' gift card scheme, police say
The Winter Springs Police Department said two people used a “deceptive method” to load gift cards and then defraud a Dollar General store out of cash. Police are now looking for the two alleged suspects.
The Winter Springs Police Department said two people used a “deceptive method” to load gift cards and then defraud a Dollar General store out of cash. Police are now looking for the two alleged suspects.
Over 320,000 security cameras recalled after fire, explosion reports
More than 320,000 outdoor security cameras have been recalled nationwide after reports of overheating, explosions, fires and minor burns.
More than 320,000 outdoor security cameras have been recalled nationwide after reports of overheating, explosions, fires and minor burns.
12% of Americans say Iran war has been 'more positive than negative'
A new poll indicates that while most Americans view the ongoing Iran war as detrimental to U.S. interests, a small segment of the population views the conflict favorably.
A new poll indicates that while most Americans view the ongoing Iran war as detrimental to U.S. interests, a small segment of the population views the conflict favorably.
Kyle Busch's wife opens up after NASCAR legend's death: 'Our hearts are absolutely shattered'
Kyle Busch's wife released a statement on Friday following the NASCAR legend's tragic death. Here's what to know.
Kyle Busch's wife released a statement on Friday following the NASCAR legend's tragic death. Here's what to know.
Arkansas sheriff candidate who killed daughter's accused abuser to not face murder charge
A man, who is in the running to be the sheriff of an Arkansas county, will not be facing murder charges in the death of his daughter’s alleged abuser.
A man, who is in the running to be the sheriff of an Arkansas county, will not be facing murder charges in the death of his daughter’s alleged abuser.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding location will be in Midtown Manhattan: Report
A-list wedding bells may soon ring in New York City. Reports claim Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce have chosen Midtown Manhattan for their upcoming wedding. Here's what to know.
A-list wedding bells may soon ring in New York City. Reports claim Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce have chosen Midtown Manhattan for their upcoming wedding. Here's what to know.
Brendan Banfield sentenced to life in prison in au pair affair murder case
Brendan Banfield, a former IRS law enforcement officer who was having an affair with his family’s Brazilian au pair, was sentenced Friday to life in prison without parole for killing his wife and a man prosecutors say was lured to the couple’s home in a setup.
Brendan Banfield, a former IRS law enforcement officer who was having an affair with his family’s Brazilian au pair, was sentenced Friday to life in prison without parole for killing his wife and a man prosecutors say was lured to the couple’s home in a setup.
Trump visiting Wisconsin to discuss agriculture initiatives: Watch live
President Donald Trump is set to arrive in Wisconsin Friday afternoon to hold a roundtable discussion on agriculture.
President Donald Trump is set to arrive in Wisconsin Friday afternoon to hold a roundtable discussion on agriculture.
172,000 jobs added in May as US job market remains resilient despite Iran war
Employers in the United States added 172,000 jobs in May, almost doubling the number forecasters predicted. However, the unemployment rate remains low at 4.3%.
Employers in the United States added 172,000 jobs in May, almost doubling the number forecasters predicted. However, the unemployment rate remains low at 4.3%.
Man arrested after fight leads to deadly Brevard County shooting, deputies say
A 22-year-old man was arrested Thursday after an argument in Cocoa ended with a deadly shooting, according to the Brevard County Sheriff's Office.
A 22-year-old man was arrested Thursday after an argument in Cocoa ended with a deadly shooting, according to the Brevard County Sheriff's Office.
Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings diagnosed with cancer, suspends campaign for governor
Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings said Friday that he has been diagnosed with prostate cancer and that he will suspend his campaign for Florida governor in order to receive treatment, calling it a “difficult decision."
Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings said Friday that he has been diagnosed with prostate cancer and that he will suspend his campaign for Florida governor in order to receive treatment, calling it a “difficult decision."
James Handy, veteran character actor, dies at 81
James Handy appeared in various television shows and movies during his career, including “Jumanji" and “Top Gun: Maverick."
James Handy appeared in various television shows and movies during his career, including “Jumanji" and “Top Gun: Maverick."
Florida theme parks hurricane, weather policies: What you need to know
If you're visiting the Florida theme parks during hurricane season, it's important to know what policies are in place for severe weather.
If you're visiting the Florida theme parks during hurricane season, it's important to know what policies are in place for severe weather.