Florida woman 'borrowed' alligator from previous job for hotel birthday photoshoot, kept it in bathtub: FWC
A woman allegedly “borrowed" an alligator from her previous job for a birthday photoshoot and kept it inside a hotel bathtub, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.
'Booty Patrol' caught by deputies after causing a stir on Florida streets
The driver and the vehicle have both been located.
Florida deputies on the hunt for elusive 'Booty Patrol' roaming streets, pulling drivers over
Deputies are on high alert as they try to apprehend an elusive “Booty Patrol" that's causing a stir on the streets of Florida.
'We live in fear': Lake County family battles persistent bears breaking into home 'every other night'
A Central Florida family plagued by constant bear break-ins got another uninvited visitor ahead of Halloween.
Florida deputies playfully warn kids in law enforcement Halloween costumes: 'Expected to pick up a shift'
This sheriff's office is hilariously recruiting new deputies this Halloween.
Black bear spotted at Disney World's Magic Kingdom captured, FWC says
An adult black bear that found its way into a tree near Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom, forcing more than a dozen attractions, rides, and lands to temporarily close, has been captured, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.
Watch: Kitten rescued after getting stuck in car dashboard trying to escape new owner
In Australia, a kitten, possibly attempting an escape, found itself in a tight spot within a car's dashboard during its first ride with a new owner.
‘Hog-tied’ whale anchored to crab pot, stuck swimming in circles in Alaskan waters
The young humpback whale had been stuck, swimming in an uncomfortable circle for days, anchored in place by a 300-lb. crab pot.
Florida firefighter 1 of 2 Americans featured in steamy Australian calendar: 'I think people might enjoy that'
One Florida firefighter was featured in this year's steamy Australian Firefighter Calendar!
2 Apopka police officers help mom deliver baby boy in her home: 'Welcome to this world!'
“Welcome to this world!” were the first words the baby heard.
Britney Spears reveals she lived in Orlando with Justin Timberlake in the early 2000s: 'I was so happy'
Did you know that Britney Spears and Justin Timberlake lived together for a few years in Orlando?
Georgia grocery store selling whole, skinned alligators for 'Gator-haters' ahead of Florida rivalry game
A general store in Georgia is selling whole, skinned alligators to Bulldogs fans looking for the ultimate "Gator-hater" experience ahead of the Florida-Georgia game in Jacksonville this weekend.
Video shows man jump into EPCOT lagoon on apparent $6,000 bet: 'You're gonna get kicked out of Disney!'
Apparently, the friends were talking "about a bet" and said they'd give him $6,000 if he jumped into the water.
Florida man in Buccaneers jersey poses as officer, attempts to pull over cars on I-75, troopers say
A Florida man in a Tampa Bay Buccaneers jersey is accused of posing as an officer in an attempt to pull over cars on I-75 over the weekend, officials said.
Watch: Montana homes buried under tumbleweed blown in by 60-plus mph wind gusts
Some piles of tumbleweed rose so high that they flowed over the roofs of homes, causing them to almost disappear under a mountain of beige.
Dramatic video shows carnival worker clinging to ride to protect child after mishap
A carnival worker in Texas has been hailed a hero after a terrifying ride mishap.
Buried shipwreck from 1800s discovered in St. Augustine, Florida: 'It’s truly an incredible find'
During a recent construction project, Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) crews unearthed a nearly intact shipwreck on State Road A1A near the Bridge of Lions in St. Augustine.
American Humane Hero Dog Awards 2023 announces ‘top dog’ finalists ahead of Veterans Day ceremony
The American Humane announced the finalists for its 2023 Hero Dog Awards. All dog nominees are invited to the annual ceremony held on Veteran's Day this year.
Florida is home to the most Taylor Swift fans, report says
Taylor Swift's fanbase knows no bounds, but one state has outshone them all.
Bay Area restaurants charge $50 'vomit fee' for guests taking bottomless mimosas too far
A couple of restaurants in Oakland and San Francisco have found a remedy for patrons losing their brunch after one too many mimosas.