Polk County K9 Ace's surgery paid for by Tampa couple's non-profit

A Tampa non-profit organization has stepped in to cover all medical expenses for a Polk County Sheriff's Office dog who had his leg amputated after being shot in the line of duty last week.

Man shot, killed during alleged break-in at Lake County home

A man was shot and killed by a homeowner after deputies said he showed up unannounced at a Lake County home where his ex-girlfriend was visiting and tried to force his way inside.

2 men accused in alleged Tesla theft scheme in Central Florida

Two men are accused of taking part in a fraud scheme involving stolen Teslas after police said a black Tesla Model 3 was stolen from a dealership in Merritt Island and later driven to another Tesla dealership in Daytona Beach.

Florida reports 2nd 'flesh-eating' bacteria death of 2026 as cases reach 14

A Marion County resident has died from a Vibrio vulnificus infection, marking Florida's second death linked to the flesh-eating bacteria this year.

Police investigate swastika spraypainted over Congressman Randy Fine’s campaign sign

Flagler Beach police are investigating after a swastika was spray-painted over a campaign sign belonging to Jewish U.S. Congressman Randy Fine at an early voting location.

2027 Warrior Games coming to ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Orlando

The Department of War Warrior Games, an adaptive sports competition for wounded, ill, and injured military members and veterans, is returning to Walt Disney World in August 2027. 

National Hurricane Center tracking 3 tropical disturbances in the Atlantic

After a seemingly quiet start to the 2026 Atlantic Hurricane Season, the National Hurricane Center is monitoring three tropical disturbances in the Atlantic.

Flesh-eating bacteria in Florida: Second person dies from Vibrio vulnificus

A second person in Florida has died this year after contracting Vibrio vulnificus, a potentially deadly bacterium found naturally in warm coastal waters, according to state health officials.

Florida to rewrite property tax amendment ballot language after judge's ruling

Florida officials are rewriting the ballot language for a proposed property tax cut after a judge ruled the original wording was misleading and contained political rhetoric.

Man accused of vandalizing hearses at 2 Titusville funeral homes

A 60-year-old man is accused of vandalizing hearses at two Titusville funeral homes, causing thousands of dollars in damage and leaving the businesses scrambling to prepare vehicles for funeral services the following day.

Florida man accused of attempted murder at Miami lobster diving spot

A Florida man is accused of attempted murder after allegedly shutting off a diver's underwater air supply during a dispute over a Miami lobster dive spot.

75 lost baby sea turtles rescued by Florida deputies

When dozens of young turtle hatchlings were seen making their way away from the ocean, some Volusia County deputies stepped in to help.

SUV, 3 horses involved in crash on State Road 44 in Lake County, FHP says

Three horses were struck by an SUV early Friday in Lake County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol and a local horse business owner who responded to the scene.

Victims' families call for juvenile justice reforms after DeLand double murder

The families of two teenagers killed in a downtown DeLand shooting are calling for greater accountability in Florida's juvenile justice system as law enforcement officials and prosecutors continue to dispute whether earlier intervention could have prevented the killings.