Trump announces sweeping new tariffs

President Donald Trump on Wednesday announced far-reaching new tariffs on nearly all U.S. trading partners - a 34% tax on imports from China and 20% on the European Union, among others - that threaten to dismantle much of the architecture of the global economy and trigger broader trade wars.

Trump tariffs announcement: President arrives at Rose Garden

President Donald Trump is making his "Liberation Day" announcement focused on tariffs on Wednesday afternoon from the Rose Garden. Trump says today will be a "declaration of economic independence" and the "golden age of America's coming back."

Permanent dog-friendly beach section approved in Ormond Beach

Dogs now have a permeant place to run around on Volusia County's coast. The council recently unanimously approved a plan to make a dog beach permanent. During a test session, officials said the area was popular, and about 13,000 dogs visited.

New Kissimmee police chief sworn in

Kissimmee's new police chief, Charles Broadway, has been officially sworn in. Broadway has 29 years of law enforcement experience and most recently served as Clermont's police chief.

Planned Parenthood hosts 'Rally for Patient's Rights'

Planned Parenthood hosted a "Rally for Patients' Rights" at the Supreme Court on Wednesday, April 2, 2025. The court will soon hear the Medina v. Planned Parenthood South Atlantic, "a case that could allow states to block Medicaid patients from accessing care at Planned Parenthood health centers," according to the nonprofit organization's website.