Melbourne officials investigate arson after fires damage bridge
Officials in Melbourne say an arsonist is responsible for a series of fires set beneath a Melbourne bridge, leaving taxpayers to shoulder what could be a significant repair bill.
Officials in Melbourne say an arsonist is responsible for a series of fires set beneath a Melbourne bridge, leaving taxpayers to shoulder what could be a significant repair bill.
Botulism outbreak linked to infant formula expands; sickens 51 babies across 19 states
The FDA says 51 infants in 19 states were hospitalized with botulism linked to ByHeart formula. Here’s what we know.
The FDA says 51 infants in 19 states were hospitalized with botulism linked to ByHeart formula. Here’s what we know.
Mims residents face repeated flooding as spending priorities debated
After months of flooding in northern Brevard County, one county commissioner says funding for long-awaited fixes has dried up — and that the county is prioritizing the wrong projects as residents continue to deal with severe drainage failures.
After months of flooding in northern Brevard County, one county commissioner says funding for long-awaited fixes has dried up — and that the county is prioritizing the wrong projects as residents continue to deal with severe drainage failures.
Florida AG sues Starbucks over alleged discriminatory DEI practices
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeirer filed a lawsuit Tuesday accusing Starbucks of violating state civil rights laws by using its diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives to make employment decisions based on race.
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeirer filed a lawsuit Tuesday accusing Starbucks of violating state civil rights laws by using its diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives to make employment decisions based on race.
Florida police clarify new law on covered or altered license plates
Florida law enforcement agencies are reminding drivers that a new state law makes it illegal to cover, hide, or alter a license plate — a rule that has sparked widespread confusion on social media.
Florida law enforcement agencies are reminding drivers that a new state law makes it illegal to cover, hide, or alter a license plate — a rule that has sparked widespread confusion on social media.
Former paramedic found guilty of sexually assaulting unconscious patient
A former paramedic was found guilty Wednesday of sexually assaulting an unconscious woman in the back of an ambulance, following a jury deliberation that lasted about five hours.
A former paramedic was found guilty Wednesday of sexually assaulting an unconscious woman in the back of an ambulance, following a jury deliberation that lasted about five hours.
Prosecutor under investigation after suspect released on probation
A prosecutor is under investigation after a man accused of attacking a jogger was released on probation through a plea deal that did not result in a conviction — a decision the State Attorney’s Office now calls an oversight.
A prosecutor is under investigation after a man accused of attacking a jogger was released on probation through a plea deal that did not result in a conviction — a decision the State Attorney’s Office now calls an oversight.
Teen to be tried as adult in Orlando Halloween mass shooting
A teenager charged in a deadly mass shooting in Orlando will be tried as an adult, with his murder trial set to begin Jan. 12. Jaylen Edgar is accused of shooting nine people and killing two men, prosecutors said. He faces two counts of first-degree murder and seven counts of attempted murder. If convicted, Edgar could be sentenced to life in prison.
A teenager charged in a deadly mass shooting in Orlando will be tried as an adult, with his murder trial set to begin Jan. 12. Jaylen Edgar is accused of shooting nine people and killing two men, prosecutors said. He faces two counts of first-degree murder and seven counts of attempted murder. If convicted, Edgar could be sentenced to life in prison.
Ohio surgeon accused of forcing abortion pills on sleeping girlfriend
An Ohio surgeon has been indicted for allegedly crushing abortion pills and placing them in his pregnant girlfriend's mouth as she slept.
An Ohio surgeon has been indicted for allegedly crushing abortion pills and placing them in his pregnant girlfriend's mouth as she slept.
Florida AG sues Starbucks over alleged discriminatory hiring, promotion practices against nonminorities
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier is suing Starbucks for conducting practices that he says are excluding nonminorities.
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier is suing Starbucks for conducting practices that he says are excluding nonminorities.
Federal Reserve lowers key interest rate but indicates future cuts will be harder
The Federal Reserve cut its key interest rate but signaled a higher bar for any future reductions.
The Federal Reserve cut its key interest rate but signaled a higher bar for any future reductions.
AutoZone opens 53 new stores while navigating inflation, tariff cost increases: Here's where
Auto parts retailer AutoZone now operates 7,710 stores worldwide as it pursues growth initiatives.
Auto parts retailer AutoZone now operates 7,710 stores worldwide as it pursues growth initiatives.
New Florida fiscal budget will increase teacher salaries: What we know about the 2026-27 budget proposal
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis says he's committed to supporting the state's education system by allocating over $1.5 billion in this upcoming fiscal budget to increase teachers' salaries.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis says he's committed to supporting the state's education system by allocating over $1.5 billion in this upcoming fiscal budget to increase teachers' salaries.
Child jumps out, escapes unharmed after suspect steals SUV in Louisiana
Police in Louisiana say a 10-year-old boy escaped unharmed after leaping from a moving vehicle that had been stolen with him still inside.
Police in Louisiana say a 10-year-old boy escaped unharmed after leaping from a moving vehicle that had been stolen with him still inside.
Epstein files: What’s getting released, when, and what to expect
The countdown has begun for the government to publicly unseal its grand jury files on Jeffrey Epstein. Here’s what’s getting released, and what to expect.
The countdown has begun for the government to publicly unseal its grand jury files on Jeffrey Epstein. Here’s what’s getting released, and what to expect.
Kentucky State University shooting victim identified as student from Indianapolis
A student was killed and another critically injured in a shooting at a residence hall on the campus of Kentucky State University.
A student was killed and another critically injured in a shooting at a residence hall on the campus of Kentucky State University.
Research reveals cities where people really, really want to move to – and stay
A new survey shows Americans are favoring affordable, safe, vibrant mid-size cities. Here’s where.
A new survey shows Americans are favoring affordable, safe, vibrant mid-size cities. Here’s where.
MacKenzie Scott gave away $7.1 billion this year: Are others living up to their pledge?
Scott described the donations as a “vanishingly tiny fraction of the personal expressions of care being shared into communities this year."
Scott described the donations as a “vanishingly tiny fraction of the personal expressions of care being shared into communities this year."
Season of giving: These charities are making a difference this Christmas
As the Christmas season approaches, a range of charities working tirelessly to support families and individuals in need.
As the Christmas season approaches, a range of charities working tirelessly to support families and individuals in need.
Who is Eileen Higgins? Democrat elected Miami's first woman mayor
Eileen Higgins ended a nearly 30-year drought for Democrats by winning the Miami mayor race, defeating Republican Emilio Gonzalez in the election.
Eileen Higgins ended a nearly 30-year drought for Democrats by winning the Miami mayor race, defeating Republican Emilio Gonzalez in the election.