Authorities search for teens accused of harming gopher tortoise in DeLand
Authorities in Florida are searching for two teenagers accused of spraying expanding foam insulation into the mouth of a gopher tortoise in DeLand, an incident wildlife officials are investigating as possible animal cruelty.
Authorities in Florida are searching for two teenagers accused of spraying expanding foam insulation into the mouth of a gopher tortoise in DeLand, an incident wildlife officials are investigating as possible animal cruelty.
Anna Kepner death: Attorneys for stepbrother Timothy Hudson argue he should remain free on bond
Update (April 21, 2026): Timothy Hudson, the 16-year-old charged with the murder of his 16-year-old stepsister, Anna Kepner, aboard the Carnival Horizon cruise ship, has pleaded not guilty to federal charges of aggravated sexual abuse and first-degree murder, according to court records.
Update (April 21, 2026): Timothy Hudson, the 16-year-old charged with the murder of his 16-year-old stepsister, Anna Kepner, aboard the Carnival Horizon cruise ship, has pleaded not guilty to federal charges of aggravated sexual abuse and first-degree murder, according to court records.
Wildfires disrupt travel, strand train passengers, prompt evacuations across Florida
Wildfires burning across North and Central Florida are disrupting travel and prompting emergency declarations, as officials warn conditions could worsen.
Wildfires burning across North and Central Florida are disrupting travel and prompting emergency declarations, as officials warn conditions could worsen.
US Coast Guard: Nearly 4,000 pounds of cocaine seized in 2 operations
The U.S. Coast Guard offloaded nearly 4,000 pounds of cocaine worth more than $28.7 million on Thursday at Base Miami Beach. Here’s what to know.
The U.S. Coast Guard offloaded nearly 4,000 pounds of cocaine worth more than $28.7 million on Thursday at Base Miami Beach. Here’s what to know.
Charlie Kirk murder: Suspect Tyler Robinson back in court as his lawyers want cameras banned
Tyler Robinson, the man accused of killing Charlie Kirk, was back in court Friday as his lawyers fight to ban cameras in the courtroom, saying live broadcasts of the trial are a violation of his right to a fair trial.
Tyler Robinson, the man accused of killing Charlie Kirk, was back in court Friday as his lawyers fight to ban cameras in the courtroom, saying live broadcasts of the trial are a violation of his right to a fair trial.
FSU shooting: University marks 1 year since 2 dead, 6 hurt in attack
It was a somber morning as students and faculty of Florida State University paid their respects to victims of a mass shooting on campus one year ago.
It was a somber morning as students and faculty of Florida State University paid their respects to victims of a mass shooting on campus one year ago.
Man arrested after deadly shooting in Leesburg; man tried to shoot attacking dog, but shot owner instead
The Leesburg Police Department has made an arrest in the case of a man who attempted to shoot a dog, but instead shot the dog's owner, killing him.
The Leesburg Police Department has made an arrest in the case of a man who attempted to shoot a dog, but instead shot the dog's owner, killing him.
Woman hurt in deadly Florida State shooting shares recovery journey
Madison Askins was shot while trying to walk and forced to play dead as a shooting broke out on Florida State University's campus last year, April 17, 2026. Now, Madison shares her recovery journey after being shot and the bullet landed in her back.
Madison Askins was shot while trying to walk and forced to play dead as a shooting broke out on Florida State University's campus last year, April 17, 2026. Now, Madison shares her recovery journey after being shot and the bullet landed in her back.
1 year after Florida State University deadly shooting: Lawsuit alleges shooter used AI
One year after the deadly mass shooting at Florida State University, the charged shooter remains behind bars. He could face the death penalty, FOX 35's Amanda Ruiz reported. Now, Attorney General James Uthmeier is at the helm of a lawsuit after a victim's family claims the shooter asked AI questions related to the shooting.
One year after the deadly mass shooting at Florida State University, the charged shooter remains behind bars. He could face the death penalty, FOX 35's Amanda Ruiz reported. Now, Attorney General James Uthmeier is at the helm of a lawsuit after a victim's family claims the shooter asked AI questions related to the shooting.
Former Florida deputy faces upgraded second-degree murder in shooting of colleague
A former Brevard County sheriff’s deputy is now facing a second-degree murder charge in the 2022 death of his roommate and fellow deputy, as prosecutors escalate the case following a rejected plea agreement.
A former Brevard County sheriff’s deputy is now facing a second-degree murder charge in the 2022 death of his roommate and fellow deputy, as prosecutors escalate the case following a rejected plea agreement.
5 charged in alleged luxury car theft ring tied to high-speed crash
A stolen BMW slammed into a pole and split in half during a high-speed chase on I-4 in Seminole County, as authorities later tied the driver to a larger luxury car theft ring operating across multiple Florida counties.
A stolen BMW slammed into a pole and split in half during a high-speed chase on I-4 in Seminole County, as authorities later tied the driver to a larger luxury car theft ring operating across multiple Florida counties.
AI-generated images used in scam targeting owners of missing dog
A Florida family searching for their missing dog says scammers used AI-generated images to try to extort nearly $2,800 by falsely claiming the pet needed emergency surgery after being hit by a car.
A Florida family searching for their missing dog says scammers used AI-generated images to try to extort nearly $2,800 by falsely claiming the pet needed emergency surgery after being hit by a car.
Battery charge dropped after controversial Daytona Beach arrest caught on bodycam
A battery charge has been dropped against a tourist who was arrested in Daytona Beach last month, according to documents filed in the Seventh Judicial Circuit Court.
A battery charge has been dropped against a tourist who was arrested in Daytona Beach last month, according to documents filed in the Seventh Judicial Circuit Court.
Florida deputy faces organized fraud charges
A second Seminole County deputy has been accused of submitting false off-duty overtime time sheets and collecting pay for hours not worked. Deputy Kevin Jones has been charged with one count of organized fraud, the sheriff's office said. An arrest warrant was issued for Jones, who turned himself into the John E. Polk Correctional Facility.
A second Seminole County deputy has been accused of submitting false off-duty overtime time sheets and collecting pay for hours not worked. Deputy Kevin Jones has been charged with one count of organized fraud, the sheriff's office said. An arrest warrant was issued for Jones, who turned himself into the John E. Polk Correctional Facility.
Cocoa officials give beach safety tips after 2 drown in rip current
Cocoa Beach officials shared several tips to beach safety ahead of summer after two people drowned at the beach when saving a child in a rip current. The fire chief cautioned to not panic, rather stay calm by waving your hand to notify people that you are caught in a rip current.
Cocoa Beach officials shared several tips to beach safety ahead of summer after two people drowned at the beach when saving a child in a rip current. The fire chief cautioned to not panic, rather stay calm by waving your hand to notify people that you are caught in a rip current.
Florida fisherman found dead: Body of missing man, 75, recovered at Orlando park
Authorities are conducting an investigation after a fisherman was found dead at an Orlando park.
Authorities are conducting an investigation after a fisherman was found dead at an Orlando park.
Justice Dept. urges court to toss out convictions of Proud Boys, Oath Keepers in Jan. 6 attacks
The U.S. Department of Justice wants an appellate court to throw out the convictions of Proud Boys and Oath Keepers leaders who were found guilty of seditious conspiracy in connection with the January 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol by supporters of President Donald Trump.
The U.S. Department of Justice wants an appellate court to throw out the convictions of Proud Boys and Oath Keepers leaders who were found guilty of seditious conspiracy in connection with the January 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol by supporters of President Donald Trump.
2 drown while trying to rescue child at Cocoa Beach, officials say
Two people drowned Tuesday while trying to rescue a child caught in a rip current off Cocoa Beach, authorities said.
Two people drowned Tuesday while trying to rescue a child caught in a rip current off Cocoa Beach, authorities said.
Florida AG: $5.4M stolen in a crypto 'romance-turned-investment scam' found, recovered
Florida prosecutors are cracking down on cryptocurrency fraud by promising to put these “criminals" in jail and get every affected citizen their money back.
Florida prosecutors are cracking down on cryptocurrency fraud by promising to put these “criminals" in jail and get every affected citizen their money back.
State prosecutors crack down on crypto fraud, return money
FULL PRESS CONFERENCE | In a April 14 press conference with Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier and the Marion County Sheriff's office, authorities promise to prosecute those conducting crypto or online fraud, mostly targeting seniors.
FULL PRESS CONFERENCE | In a April 14 press conference with Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier and the Marion County Sheriff's office, authorities promise to prosecute those conducting crypto or online fraud, mostly targeting seniors.