Best places to retire in 2026 ranked in new study, see the list
A U.S. News & World Report study has ranked the best places to retire in 2026, with a Midwest city coming in at number one.
These states rank as the most charitable in America in 2025, analysis shows
Lending help to others comes in many forms, and these states do more than their fair share to support their communities, according to a new report.
Teen batters Port St. Lucie police car with shovel: police say
A Port St. Lucie teen is behind bars after bashing the hood of a police car on Nov. 3, police say.
Data reveals most popular baby names of 2025, trends that will influence names in 2026
New data is revealing the most popular baby names of 2025, along with trends that will influence baby names in 2026.
Cold weather shelters opening across Central Florida: where to find them
Several cold weather shelters are available Monday night for residents living without heat. Here's where to find them
Anna Kepner: Florida high school student dies aboard Carnival cruise ship; FBI opens investigation
The FBI has opened an investigation after a passenger aboard Carnival's Horizon cruise ship died over the weekend.
Central Florida water parks close as cold weather hits the area
With a cold front bringing temperatures in the 30s and 40s, some of the water parks Orlando and Central Florida will temporarily close.
Volunteers hand out food to Volusia County families amid SNAP freeze
Thousands of residents in Volusia County lined up at the Daytona International Speedway to receive free food and supplies.
Volunteers hand out food for Volusia County families
Volusia County officials and community members came together to assist with the food drive amid the government shutdown.
Teens killed in Apopka crash, FHP says
Troopers are investigating after three teenagers died in an Apopka crash.
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott launches 2026 re-election campaign
Texas Governor Greg Abbott announced his re-election bid for a fourth term in 2026, aiming to become the state's longest-serving governor while emphasizing continued economic growth and conservative policies.
Cold weather shelter to open in Volusia ahead of temperature drop
For additional information, contact The Neighborhood Center at 386-734-8120, at extension 601.
Man shot during house party in DeLand, police say
One man was shot and killed early Sunday morning during a house party in DeLand, according to the DeLand Police Department.
Trump administration tells states to ‘undo’ full SNAP payouts
President Donald Trump's administration is demanding that states reverse full SNAP benefits issued under recent court orders.
Flight cuts amid shutdown could threaten supply chain, holiday deliveries
As flights continue to be canceled amid the shutdown, that could affect air cargo – which could eventually ripple into the supply chain and holiday deliveries. Here’s what to know.
Tariff dividend: What Trump is again saying about possible 2025 stimulus checks
President Trump on Sunday again hinted at the possibility of a 2025 stimulus check. Here's what he's saying.
3 teens killed, 3 others injured after early-morning crash in Apopka, troopers say
Three teens killed, three others injured after early morning crash in Apopka.
Orlando weather: Scattered storms end the weekend as temperatures tumble
Scattered storms end the weekend as temperatures tumble
Food drive to help Volusia County families
Several Volusia County agencies joined together to assist with the food drive to help local families amid the government shutdown.
1 dead in Osceola crash involving motorcycle, Lexus: FHP
Troopers said the crash prompted a roadblock in the area.



















