Team Florida departs for Special Olympics USA Games in Minnesota
More than 100 Special Olympics Florida athletes received a celebratory sendoff at Orlando International Airport before departing for the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games in Minneapolis.
More than 100 Special Olympics Florida athletes received a celebratory sendoff at Orlando International Airport before departing for the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games in Minneapolis.
Epic Universe expansion filings point to large project in Dark Universe area
Universal Orlando Resort may already be planning an expansion at Epic Universe, according to newly filed permits that point to a large, undisclosed project inside the park's Dark Universe themed land.
Universal Orlando Resort may already be planning an expansion at Epic Universe, according to newly filed permits that point to a large, undisclosed project inside the park's Dark Universe themed land.
Florida's juvenile justice department faces security questions, massive data breach
A former Florida juvenile probation officer is behind bars after allegedly tipping off drug dealers.
A former Florida juvenile probation officer is behind bars after allegedly tipping off drug dealers.
Florida mom arrested, toddler found unresponsive with severe bruises: Deputies
A Florida mom, Jessica Wilson, 29, was arrested after her 2-year-old toddler was found unresponsive with severe bruising across their body. Investigators allege that Wilson refused to call 911, forcing her friend to perform CPR. Wilson now faces multiple charges, including aggravated child abuse, as the toddler is in medical care, deputies say.
A Florida mom, Jessica Wilson, 29, was arrested after her 2-year-old toddler was found unresponsive with severe bruising across their body. Investigators allege that Wilson refused to call 911, forcing her friend to perform CPR. Wilson now faces multiple charges, including aggravated child abuse, as the toddler is in medical care, deputies say.
Florida daycare arrest: Owner issues apology; Bodycam catches worker change her narrative
The owner of Luv N Hugs daycare issued a public apology to the family of a toddler who escaped the facility, stating that child safety remains her top priority.
The owner of Luv N Hugs daycare issued a public apology to the family of a toddler who escaped the facility, stating that child safety remains her top priority.
Monkey spotted near Mount Dora's Lakeside Inn as sightings continue across Central Florida
A monkey believed to be a rhesus macaque was spotted in Mount Dora, marking the latest reported sighting of the nonnative primates in Central Florida.
A monkey believed to be a rhesus macaque was spotted in Mount Dora, marking the latest reported sighting of the nonnative primates in Central Florida.
Ahmad Bojeh: Psychiatrist appointed to review mental competency of Kissimmee shooting suspect
An Osceola County judge has ordered Ahmad Bojeh to undergo a third evaluation after the prosecution requested a psychiatrist to weigh in on the triple-murder suspect's competency.
An Osceola County judge has ordered Ahmad Bojeh to undergo a third evaluation after the prosecution requested a psychiatrist to weigh in on the triple-murder suspect's competency.
Florida man tries to steal medical helicopter waiting to transport patients after I-75 crash: FHP
A Florida man who claimed he saw the anti-Christ moments before troopers say he lost control of his pickup truck and crashed into another vehicle on I-75 in Hernando County is accused of trying to steal a medical helicopter that landed at the scene to take patients to an area hospital.
A Florida man who claimed he saw the anti-Christ moments before troopers say he lost control of his pickup truck and crashed into another vehicle on I-75 in Hernando County is accused of trying to steal a medical helicopter that landed at the scene to take patients to an area hospital.
Florida execution of 74-year-old death row inmate Dusty Ray Spencer reignites debate
The scheduled execution of a 74-year-old Florida death row inmate is renewing debate over the use of capital punishment and whether age should factor into executions.
The scheduled execution of a 74-year-old Florida death row inmate is renewing debate over the use of capital punishment and whether age should factor into executions.
Brevard County man accused of starving dog to death, sheriff says
A Brevard County man has been arrested on animal cruelty charges after investigators said a dog in his care was found severely neglected and had to be euthanized.
A Brevard County man has been arrested on animal cruelty charges after investigators said a dog in his care was found severely neglected and had to be euthanized.
Mother recounts hit-and-run crash that injured her and son, 8, in New Smyrna Beach
A Florida mother is sharing her story after she and her 8-year-old son were struck by a vehicle while crossing a street in New Smyrna Beach, leaving both injured and beginning what she described as a long recovery.
A Florida mother is sharing her story after she and her 8-year-old son were struck by a vehicle while crossing a street in New Smyrna Beach, leaving both injured and beginning what she described as a long recovery.
Orlando Magic introduce Sean Sweeney as new head coach: 'There’s talent here'
The Orlando Magic introduced Sean Sweeney as the franchise's new head coach on Thursday, handing the longtime NBA assistant his first opportunity to lead a team from the bench.
The Orlando Magic introduced Sean Sweeney as the franchise's new head coach on Thursday, handing the longtime NBA assistant his first opportunity to lead a team from the bench.
Exotic South American parrots thriving in wild colonies on Florida's Space Coast
Bright blue and green parrots native to South America are drawing attention in Melbourne, where bird watchers have reported more sightings across the Space Coast.
Bright blue and green parrots native to South America are drawing attention in Melbourne, where bird watchers have reported more sightings across the Space Coast.
Welcome to Rockville 2027: Festival dates, tickets, lineup
Calling all rock, metal, and punk fans: the 2027 dates for the Welcome to Rockville festival have been announced.
Calling all rock, metal, and punk fans: the 2027 dates for the Welcome to Rockville festival have been announced.
Florida woman allegedly ran unlicensed lip filler business, deputies say
A Florida woman has been arrested for allegedly advertising and practicing cosmetic medical procedures without a license, according to the Seminole County Sheriff's Office.
A Florida woman has been arrested for allegedly advertising and practicing cosmetic medical procedures without a license, according to the Seminole County Sheriff's Office.
Disney World reveals 2026 Eat to the Beat concert lineup
Walt Disney World has unveiled the lineup for the 2026 Eat to the Beat concert series for EPCOT's Food & Wine Festival.
Walt Disney World has unveiled the lineup for the 2026 Eat to the Beat concert series for EPCOT's Food & Wine Festival.
Brightline reports decline in rail corridor incidents after safety upgrades
Brightline says safety improvements along its Florida rail corridor have helped reduce incidents by 30% this year.
Brightline says safety improvements along its Florida rail corridor have helped reduce incidents by 30% this year.
Osceola County breaks ground on Pulse memorial honoring 49 victims
Osceola County officials have broken ground on a permanent memorial honoring the 49 people killed in the Pulse nightclub shooting, creating a space for remembrance and healing a decade after the tragedy.
Osceola County officials have broken ground on a permanent memorial honoring the 49 people killed in the Pulse nightclub shooting, creating a space for remembrance and healing a decade after the tragedy.
Brevard County deputies looking for alleged shooter that shot a stray dog in the head
A stray dog is recovering in Melbourne after a shocking discovery revealed he had been shot in the head.
A stray dog is recovering in Melbourne after a shocking discovery revealed he had been shot in the head.
All ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ detainees moved out of Florida Everglades facility
“Alligator Alcatraz," the controversial immigrant detention facility nestled in the Florida Everglades, sits empty of all detainees Wednesday after they were transferred to other facilities, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) revealed.
“Alligator Alcatraz," the controversial immigrant detention facility nestled in the Florida Everglades, sits empty of all detainees Wednesday after they were transferred to other facilities, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) revealed.