Fireworks executive arrested at Disney World on California murder charges
A business executive visiting Walt Disney World was arrested on a fugitive warrant tied to a deadly fireworks explosion in California that killed seven people, authorities said.
A business executive visiting Walt Disney World was arrested on a fugitive warrant tied to a deadly fireworks explosion in California that killed seven people, authorities said.
Immigrant in US illegally accused of killing South Florida store clerk, authorities say
A man in the United States illegally who previously had a deportation order is accused of killing a South Florida store clerk during an attack that began after he allegedly smashed a car window with a hammer, authorities said.
A man in the United States illegally who previously had a deportation order is accused of killing a South Florida store clerk during an attack that began after he allegedly smashed a car window with a hammer, authorities said.
Poinciana boy, 3, accidentally shot himself in chest after accessing gun
FULL PRESS CONFERENCE | The Osceola County Sheriff's office held a press conference to warn gun owners to safely secure their firearms after a three-year-old boy shot himself in the chest in his Poinciana home. Though the boy is expected to recover, authorities warn that under Florida law, firearms must be safely secured.
FULL PRESS CONFERENCE | The Osceola County Sheriff's office held a press conference to warn gun owners to safely secure their firearms after a three-year-old boy shot himself in the chest in his Poinciana home. Though the boy is expected to recover, authorities warn that under Florida law, firearms must be safely secured.
Cats found in deplorable conditions at DeLand inn; several dead
Authorities in Volusia County are investigating after 19 cats were found in deplorable conditions at a DeLand inn.
Authorities in Volusia County are investigating after 19 cats were found in deplorable conditions at a DeLand inn.
Florida cracks down on commercial drivers in safety operation through FDLE's 'Operation Highway Shield'
Florida’s highway system supports one of the highest volumes of commercial motor vehicle traffic in the nation.
Florida’s highway system supports one of the highest volumes of commercial motor vehicle traffic in the nation.
Florida attorney general probes OpenAI over alleged risks to minors
Florida’s attorney general has launched an investigation into artificial intelligence company OpenAI, citing concerns about potential harm to minors and broader public safety risks.
Florida’s attorney general has launched an investigation into artificial intelligence company OpenAI, citing concerns about potential harm to minors and broader public safety risks.
Operation Highway Shield: 37 arrests in four-day operation of unsafe drivers
In a four-day investigation with 3,300 inspections, 37 criminal arrests occurred and 42 referrals were made for immigration violations throughout Florida.
In a four-day investigation with 3,300 inspections, 37 criminal arrests occurred and 42 referrals were made for immigration violations throughout Florida.
Investigation ongoing as 3 cats died, 16 found at DeLand motel
Nineteen cats were found abandoned, in separate rooms, of a DeLand motel. Authorities said they were notified of the incident after calls of a "rancid" smell coming from the room. While three cats died, 16 were rescued and are currently receiving care.
Nineteen cats were found abandoned, in separate rooms, of a DeLand motel. Authorities said they were notified of the incident after calls of a "rancid" smell coming from the room. While three cats died, 16 were rescued and are currently receiving care.
New lawsuit claims Florida State shooter used AI before mass casualty
Florida's Attorney General James Uthmeier continues the battle against AI amid a new lawsuit, filed by the family of a victim in the Florida State University shooting last year used sought ChatGPT for advice before the shooting. Uthmeier wants to implement safeguards from the dangers of AI, he said.
Florida's Attorney General James Uthmeier continues the battle against AI amid a new lawsuit, filed by the family of a victim in the Florida State University shooting last year used sought ChatGPT for advice before the shooting. Uthmeier wants to implement safeguards from the dangers of AI, he said.
Judge rules to release part of confession after Florida man shoots deputies
One month after Luis Diaz Polanco, 31, was arrested after shooting at Volusia County deputies when they showed up to his home, a judge now rules to release part of Polanco's confession. Polanco's lawyers wanted part of his alleged confession sealed in which he reportedly confessed to shooting the deputies.
One month after Luis Diaz Polanco, 31, was arrested after shooting at Volusia County deputies when they showed up to his home, a judge now rules to release part of Polanco's confession. Polanco's lawyers wanted part of his alleged confession sealed in which he reportedly confessed to shooting the deputies.
Semi driver arrested after swerving on I-95: Breathalyzer shows 7x legal limit
A truck driver was arrested for DUI after the tractor-trailer he was driving was seen drifting across multiple lanes of I-75, according to Florida Highway Patrol. Multiple motorists reported seeing the tractor-trailer failing to stay in its lane and nearly hitting another vehicle.
A truck driver was arrested for DUI after the tractor-trailer he was driving was seen drifting across multiple lanes of I-75, according to Florida Highway Patrol. Multiple motorists reported seeing the tractor-trailer failing to stay in its lane and nearly hitting another vehicle.
Spring Hill man shoots, kills neighbor during loud music dispute: HCSO
One man is dead, and his neighbor is accused of killing him after Hernando County deputies say a dispute over loud music led to gunfire in Spring Hill on Tuesday.
One man is dead, and his neighbor is accused of killing him after Hernando County deputies say a dispute over loud music led to gunfire in Spring Hill on Tuesday.
Florida prosecutors request Tiger Woods' medication prescription records following DUI crash arrest
Florida prosecutors are seeking the prescription drug dispensary records for Tiger Woods following his DUI arrest in a crash last month.
Florida prosecutors are seeking the prescription drug dispensary records for Tiger Woods following his DUI arrest in a crash last month.
Tractor-trailer swerving on I-75 in Sumter County leads to DUI arrest of driver
A truck driver is accused of driving under the influence after the tractor-trailer he was driving was seen swerving between lanes on Interstate 75 in Sumter County.
A truck driver is accused of driving under the influence after the tractor-trailer he was driving was seen swerving between lanes on Interstate 75 in Sumter County.
Florida towns weigh budget cuts as property tax debate continues
Small towns across Florida are weighing budget cuts amid uncertainty over the future of property taxes, a key source of local revenue.
Small towns across Florida are weighing budget cuts amid uncertainty over the future of property taxes, a key source of local revenue.
Tourists charged after hauling dead alligator strapped on roof of car
Two tourists are facing felony charges after deputies say they strapped a dead alligator to the roof of their vehicle and drove across Central Florida.
Two tourists are facing felony charges after deputies say they strapped a dead alligator to the roof of their vehicle and drove across Central Florida.
2 dogs die after locked in car in 78 degree weather, DeLand Police say
A DeLand man was arrested on felony animal torture charges after his two dogs died of heat stroke inside a locked car at a Volusia County Walmart on April 6.
A DeLand man was arrested on felony animal torture charges after his two dogs died of heat stroke inside a locked car at a Volusia County Walmart on April 6.
Florida man arrested after 2 die in car from heat stroke
A Florida man, David Micale, was arrested after a man, appearing to be drunk near a DeLand Walmart, left his dogs in a car. Both dogs later died from heat stroke, deputies said.
A Florida man, David Micale, was arrested after a man, appearing to be drunk near a DeLand Walmart, left his dogs in a car. Both dogs later died from heat stroke, deputies said.
Deputy tricked by deepfake video on social media; suspect arrested
A South Florida man, Alexis Martínez-Arizala, was arrested after authorities accuse him a false reporting, after he allegedly told a Seminole County deputy that people were in his squad car, when the video was artificially created. Arizala is being extradited from Puerto Rico where he was arrested.
A South Florida man, Alexis Martínez-Arizala, was arrested after authorities accuse him a false reporting, after he allegedly told a Seminole County deputy that people were in his squad car, when the video was artificially created. Arizala is being extradited from Puerto Rico where he was arrested.
911 call, body cam released of arrest after 2 window workers shot
Newly released body camera footage shows the arrest of a driver who fled from Winter Park to Lake Mary after two window workers were shot.
Newly released body camera footage shows the arrest of a driver who fled from Winter Park to Lake Mary after two window workers were shot.