More than 130K fireworks recalled over explosion risk

A nationwide fireworks recall is warning consumers to stop using a popular firework rocket after officials said it could explode before reaching its intended height.

Armed robberies and sexual assaults cited in renewed US warning for island getaway

Americans heading to the Bahamas are being reminded to exercise increased caution after the U.S. State Department renewed its travel advisory for the island nation.

Kissimmee pawn shop fire update: Full presser
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The Kissimmee Fire Department responded to a large fire at a pawn shop early Friday morning. At least 40 firefighters helped bring the fire under control. No one was inside the store when the fire sparked. The cause of the fire is unknown.

Scientists discover 'demon' cavefish tucked away in Alabama cave

Researchers have uncovered a new species of blind cavefish hiding in one of the most studied cave systems in Alabama.

Robotic vacuums swept up in new US crackdown over national security risks

Regulators say the move targets future approvals for certain foreign-made models, not the robotic vacuums already operating in American homes.

Study accuses Amazon, Walmart of deceiving shoppers with false 'Made in USA' claims

AI shopping assistants can often detect ‌when "Made in USA" product labels are falsely labeled, but Amazon and Walmart are not using that technology to crack down on the listings, according to a new study.

Florida USPS carrier accused of stealing $2,600 winning lottery ticket, claiming prize: Officials

A USPS mail carrier in Florida has been arrested for allegedly stealing someone's winning lottery ticket and claiming the prize as their own, the Florida Lottery announced on Friday.

Dr. Anthony Fauci could face criminal prosecution after refusing to answer questions at Senate hearing

Dr. Anthony Fauci, the former National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases' director who was the face of the U.S. medical community’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic, refused to answer more than 100 questions Wednesday when he appeared before the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs subcommittee.  Fauci could now face criminal prosecution for refusing to answer. 

CEO of steel company dies suddenly, just weeks after taking helm

Carpenter Technology CEO Brian Malloy died suddenly just weeks after taking the helm of the specialty materials manufacturer, the company announced Monday.

Brevard Public Schools Gears up for the New School Year
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Brevard Public Schools Superintendent Mark Rendell joined Good Day Orlando to discuss the progress of the year-round school and highlight a firefighting program for high school students.

1.5 million hand warmers recalled after 1 death, hundreds of injuries

The hand warmers, sold at Walmart and Amazon, were recalled after thousands of reports of the product overheating, resulting in more than a dozen fires, hundreds of injuries and one death.

Netflix sued for $105M after Nicolas Cage WWII thriller goes missing, exposing leak risks

Netflix has been sued for allegedly losing an unencrypted copy of a $45 million Nicolas Cage thriller that took seven years to produce, exposing the unreleased film to potential piracy and leaks.

Apopka City Commission approves lower property tax increase after heated budget debate

The Apopka City Commission has approved a scaled-back property tax rate, bringing a proposed tax hike down to 10% following vocal resident feedback and intense debate over city spending.

Apopka commissioners back proposed 10% property tax increase
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Apopka commissioners voted Thursday to approve a proposed 10% increase in the city's property tax rate, scaling back an earlier proposal of 22% after hours of public debate over rising costs and city spending.

Fiery Orange County crash leaves 5 hospitalized in critical condition

Five people were hospitalized in critical condition after a two-vehicle crash Thursday evening that left one car engulfed in flames and required firefighters to rescue trapped occupants.

Flagler County deputies rescue homeowner from burning Palm Coast house

Flagler County sheriff's deputies rescued a homeowner from a burning Palm Coast residence after responding to reports of smoke coming from the house, authorities said.

Flagler County deputies rescue homeowner from burning house
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Flagler County sheriff's deputies rescued a homeowner from a burning Palm Coast residence after responding to reports of smoke coming from the house, authorities said.

2 teens shot, killed in downtown DeLand
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Investigators are searching for the person responsible for the fatal shooting of two teenagers in downtown DeLand as police work to determine a motive and whether the victims were targeted.

Fiery Orange County crash leaves 5 hospitalized
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Five people were hospitalized in critical condition after a two-vehicle crash Thursday evening that left one car engulfed in flames and required firefighters to rescue trapped occupants.