Trained otters aid search for missing Nicole Baldwin
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Detectives are using a trained otter named splash to help find a missing woman, Nicole Baldwin. Baldwin went missing on Nov. 5, 2023. Splash assists with search and rescue. His greatest asset: his smell.

Woman caught in crossfire in Orange County Jail shooting
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A Florida woman shared her experience of her car shot while she was driving by the Orange County Jail on Feb. 4 where a shooting took place. The woman said she's thankful her mom is alive. 

2 students arrested after separate threats made to same Flagler County middle school
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Two students were arrested in separate incidents after deputies say the students made school shooting threats to a middle school in Flagler County. A 13-year-old student was arrested after an investigation showed the teen boy sent written threats, through a social media platform, to harm another person at Indian Trails Middle School, the Flagler County Sheriff's office reported on Feb. 5. In addition to the written threats, deputies said the message included two pictures of guns. 

Vandalism reported at Sanford Riverwalk, historic Ritz Theater; crew faced difficulty in graffiti removal

The city of Sanford reported vandalism to the Riverwalk area, releasing images of words in red, yellow and black spray paint covering one of the swing pavilions. Crews faced difficulty in removing the paint due to the porous material at the pavilion, which absorbed the paint, the city said.

Officer accidentally discharges rifle during search at Lake Nona Middle School, Orlando Police say

During a search conducted at Lake Nona Middle School, Wednesday, investigating a reported possible armed person, an Orlando Police officer accidentally shot their gun, police reported. 

NASA seeking summer college interns - how to apply for an out-of-this-world work experience

Every day, NASA explores the unknown in air and space, innovates for the benefit of humanity, and inspires the world through discovery. College students looking for a chance to make a difference can apply for the NASA summer 2026 college intern session.

TikToker eats iguana tacos during South Florida cold snap: 'That right there is a Florida man taco'

Recent freezing temperatures in South Florida led to classic sunshine state chaos as cold-stunned iguanas fell from trees. While some residents were cautious, one TikTok creator went viral for turning the invasive lizard into iguana tacos.

New Tampa Bay Rays stadium renderings: See the photos, plans

The Tampa Bay Rays released renderings Thursday of a proposed new ballpark and mixed-use district planned for Hillsborough College’s Dale Mabry campus.

Beloved Rockledge crossing guard in critical condition after hit by car

A beloved school crossing guard in Rockledge is fighting for her life after being hit by a vehicle while on duty Thursday morning.

Nancy Guthrie: What to know about the woman Arizona authorities are looking for

As authorities continue to try and find 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie in southern Arizona, here's what to know about the missing woman, whose daughter is the host of a major national morning television program.

Flagler County fire: 170-acre wildfire burning near US 1; 80% contained

A wildfire sparked Wednesday afternoon in southern Flagler County, near U.S. 1, officials said. The wildfire sparked brief evacuations, which have mostly been lifted.

1 critically injured in e-bike crash in Altamonte Springs, police say

One person was taken to a hospital with critical injuries after a crash between an e-bike and a vehicle on State Road 434, according to Altamonte Springs police.

Whataburger plans to return to Orlando: What we know

Whataburger, the Texas-based burger chain, is planning to return to Central Florida with a new restaurant in Orlando, according to documents filed with Orange County.

Lowe's expands its free kid's workshops with launch of MyLowe's Rewards Kids Club

For more than two decades, Lowe’s Kids Workshops have engaged families with free kid-friendly projects that families can do together. Now, the company is expanding its family offerings with the launch of MyLowe's Rewards Kids Club.