8 rescued monkeys begin new lives at Gainesville sanctuary

A multi-state federal investigation into illegal animal trafficking led to the seizure of eight primates. The suspect at the center of the investigation has previously been convicted on similar animal trafficking charges.

Anna Kepner’s family seek answers, while Carnival passengers recall chaotic night of teen's death

Investigators still have not announced any arrests three weeks after Titusville teen Anna Kepner died aboard a cruise ship. Her family says they are desperate for answers, while passengers recall a chaotic night with little information.

Teen’s death on cruise ship, family still waiting for answers
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Nearly three weeks after 18-year-old Anna Kepner boarded a cruise and never returned home, her family says they are still waiting for answers in the FBI’s investigation. Despite court documents indicating the teen’s 16-year-old stepbrother is considered a suspect, no arrests have been made in her death aboard the Carnival Horizon.

Sen. Rick Scott's Naples home was target of attempted swatting, senator says

A reported swatting attempt occurred at Sen. Rick Scott’s family home in Naples early on Thursday, the senator wrote in a social media post.

National Guard member dies, another 'fighting for his life,' officials say

President Donald Trump revealed on Thursday that Sarah Beckstrom, one of the two National Guard members who were shot during what authorities are calling an ambush, has died. 

Marion County firefighters accused of kidnapping, battery granted $100K bond

Four Marion County Fire Rescue firefighters made their first appearance before a Marion County judge, Thursday, after they were accused of beating, robbing and kidnapping a fellow employee. The Marion County Sheriff's office referred to this incident as a "violent hazing." 

DC shooting: 2 National Guard members critical, terrorism suspected

Two West Virginia National Guard members were critically injured in a shooting near the White House on Wednesday afternoon, described as a targeted attack by D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser.

Judge’s ruling could reveal new details in Anna Kepner death
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A newly issued ruling is poised to open a window into the final hours of 18-year-old Anna Kepner’s life. With a judge refusing to seal a related custody case, family members hope long-withheld details about her death aboard a cruise ship will finally come to light.

‘Super speeders’ arrested in Brevard, Polk counties after topping 110 mph, deputies say

Two drivers are facing charges in separate incidents in Brevard and Polk counties after deputies say they were caught traveling well over 100 mph during one of the busiest travel periods of the year.

Florida man arrested, accused of attacking teen fishing in his backyard: Affidavit

A Florida man angry that a teenager was fishing in a pond near his home allegedly grabbed the boy around his neck and hit his knee, causing the teen to fall to the ground, according to the Palm Bay Police Department. 

Deputies: 4 Marion County Fire Rescue first responders fired for hazing, waterboarding teen firefighter

A criminal case is ongoing after four Marion County firefighters are facing kidnapping, battery, accessory and robbery in connection to a "violent hazing" incident, the Marion County Sheriff's office said.

FSU's Ethan Pritchard attorney claims apartment owners, managers were 'negligent' on safety

Ethan Pritchard filed a lawsuit in Gadsen County against two apartment complexes and their property managers in Havana after he suffered severe injuries from a shooting on August 31.

Father of Titusville teen Anna Kepner expected to testify in court
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New documents filed in a Brevard County family court case show that the father of 18-year-old Anna Kepner, who died under mysterious circumstances on a cruise ship, may soon be required to testify.

Teen arrested in Ocala shooting that left man critically wounded, deputies say

A 17-year-old was arrested Friday in connection with a shooting that left an Ocala man critically injured earlier this month. The victim, Robert Ciampa, is expected to recover from his injuries.

Anna Kepner's father summoned to testify in custody case
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The father of Anna Kepner, the Titusville teenager who died aboard a cruise ship, has been ordered to testify in a civil custody case, a development that has shed new light on a separate FBI investigation into the girl’s death.

Lawyer on Anna Kepner case: Why is there no arrest, charges yet?
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Joel Leppard, managing attorney at Leppard Law Criminal Lawyers, discusses the latest court documents and filings related to the death investigation of Anna Kepner. Leppard is not directly connected to the case. Kepner died in early November aboard the Carnival Horizon cruise ship. Few details about her death have been released. However, documents in an unrelated child custody case, indicate the FBI is investigation her stepbrother, aged 16, as a possible suspect.

New details from Anna Kepner's death certificate
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Anna Kepner's father was subpoenaed in the family court custody case this morning. In addition, a copy of Anna Kepner's death certificate obtained by FOX News reveals Anna's body was cremated after her death on board the Carnival Horizon cruise ship. The publicly available document does not include her cause or manner of death. The Miami-Dade Medical Examiner's Office and FBI refused to comment, citing the ongoing investigation into Anna Kepner's death. The FBI previously listed Anna's teen stepbrother as a suspect in a potential murder case surrounding Anna Kepner's death.

Anna Kepner's dad subpoenaed in family court
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Christopher Kepner, the father of Anna Kepner, was served a subpoena to appear in family court for a child custody civil case. Information about Anna Kepner's death – of which the FBI has provided little details about – is being released through an unrelated court case in a dispute between Kepner's stepmother and her ex-husband – the father of the 16-year-old "suspect" in Kepner's death. To be clear, the FBI has not confirmed its investigation nor named anyone a suspect. FOX 35 and other outlets have reached out to the FBI several times regarding the case. Last week, Kepner's stepmom, Hudson, filed a motion for a gag order in the case, claiming through an attorney that the public exposure and reporting on the case and subsequent fillings could lead to "possible irreversible harm" to the children and family or could jeopardize the investigation and presumed defense.