Massive alligator shows up at front door of Manatee County home

A slightly clumsy alligator gave one Manatee County homeowner a bit of a shock when he checked his doorbell footage.

Noise violators could be slapped with $1,000 fine for blaring music, revving engines

Years of frustrations have turned into a full police operation to crackdown on noise violators. Drivers blasting music or revving their engines could face a big fine in West Chester.

Toxic 'forever chemicals' detected in half of US makeup, study finds

More than half the makeup sold in the U.S. and Canada contains toxic “forever chemicals” associated with serious health conditions, a new study found.

World Sea Turtle Day is a reminder to be mindful of Florida’s nesting season

In Florida, all five of its sea turtle species are either endangered or threatened, meaning it's illegal to harm, harass or kill any sea turtles, their eggs, or their hatchlings.

Freshpet recalls dog food due to potential salmonella contamination

Freshpet is recalling some Select Small Dog Bite Size Beef & Egg Recipe Dog Food that may have been sold at some Publix and Target stores.

Georgia family of 10 searching for new home after mother's death

After losing their mother seven months ago when she died in her sleep, Talisha Flaningan moved all of her nine younger brothers and sisters into her Clayton County home.

ZooTampa stingray deaths blamed on 'supersaturation;' tank will be redesigned and rebuilt

ZooTampa says a technical issue with the tank may have led to the sudden deaths of 12 stingrays last month, and they’ll rebuild the entire habitat to make sure it doesn’t happen again.

IRS tool to register for the monthly Child Tax Credit payments now open

Under the law, known as the American Rescue Plan, low- and middle-income parents can expect to receive $3,000 for every child ages 6 to 17 and $3,600 for every child under age 6.

Pasco County deputies buy pair of flip-flops, sandwich for shoeless citizen

Pasco County deputies responded to a report of loitering at a Trinity gas station. When they arrived, they noticed the man in question was walking around barefoot. The deputies decided to buy him flip-flops and even a hoagie.

Paradise-like beach development coming to Orlando

In a new agreement, Crystal Lagoons is bringing a Caribbean-like island oasis, with white sands, blue water and aquatic sports to The City Beautiful.

Orlando Portillo's location to officially open on Tuesday

The chain is known for signature items like Chicago-style hot dogs, famous Italian beef sandwiches, char-grilled burgers, and famous chocolate cake.