Sailboat washes ashore at New Smyrna Beach after storm, third in recent weeks
Another sailboat has washed ashore at New Smyrna Beach, marking the third vessel to run aground in the area in recent weeks, officials said.
Another sailboat has washed ashore at New Smyrna Beach, marking the third vessel to run aground in the area in recent weeks, officials said.
Anna Kepner death: Timothy Hudson pleads not guilty in cruise ship murder case, awaits trial while free
A 16-year-old boy accused of raping and killing Anna Kepner on a Carnival cruise ship is headed to trial after entering a not guilty plea in federal court, attorneys said Wednesday.
A 16-year-old boy accused of raping and killing Anna Kepner on a Carnival cruise ship is headed to trial after entering a not guilty plea in federal court, attorneys said Wednesday.
Trump envoy asks FIFA to replace Iran with Italy in 2026 World Cup: report
An envoy for President Donald Trump has reportedly asked FIFA to replace Iran with Italy in the 2026 World Cup set for this summer.
An envoy for President Donald Trump has reportedly asked FIFA to replace Iran with Italy in the 2026 World Cup set for this summer.
Cantaloupes recalled nationwide over salmonella fears — what shoppers need to know
A Florida produce distributor has recalled thousands of cantaloupes due to a potential risk of salmonella contamination, and now the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is warning of an increased risk.
A Florida produce distributor has recalled thousands of cantaloupes due to a potential risk of salmonella contamination, and now the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is warning of an increased risk.
State seeks death penalty for Florida man accused of killing girlfriend's 3-year-old child
The state is seeking the death penalty for the Marion County man who is accused of killing his girlfriend's 3-year-old daughter.
The state is seeking the death penalty for the Marion County man who is accused of killing his girlfriend's 3-year-old daughter.
Poll reveals record low support for Congress
Support for Congress has plummeted to near-record lows, with a new poll showing that most Americans disapprove of the institution’s job performance, which is in part fueled by U.S. economic strain and foreign affairs frustration.
Support for Congress has plummeted to near-record lows, with a new poll showing that most Americans disapprove of the institution’s job performance, which is in part fueled by U.S. economic strain and foreign affairs frustration.
NASA's new spacesuits could delay moon landing, report warns
A NASA inspector general report warns that the new spacesuits being developed for Artemis missions may not be ready in time for the planned moon landing in 2028.
A NASA inspector general report warns that the new spacesuits being developed for Artemis missions may not be ready in time for the planned moon landing in 2028.
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.
Endless Shrimp: Red Lobster brings back deal after 2024 bankruptcy
The new Endless Shrimp promotion started Monday. Red Lobster did not say how much the deal would cost, and prices may vary by location.
The new Endless Shrimp promotion started Monday. Red Lobster did not say how much the deal would cost, and prices may vary by location.
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.
FAA grounds Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket after satellite placed in wrong orbit, resulting in lost payload
The Federal Aviation Administration is investigating a failed satellite deployment following a Blue Origin New Glenn launch from Florida’s Space Coast.
The Federal Aviation Administration is investigating a failed satellite deployment following a Blue Origin New Glenn launch from Florida’s Space Coast.
Iran latest: Trump says US 'highly unlikely' to renew two-week ceasefire
With just days to go before the ceasefire is set to expire, President Trump says the U.S. is "highly unlikely" to renew, as talk of another round of negotiations continue.
With just days to go before the ceasefire is set to expire, President Trump says the U.S. is "highly unlikely" to renew, as talk of another round of negotiations continue.
Amtrak cancels Florida stops over brush fires: What we know
Two large brush fires burning near the Clay County-Putnam County line in northern Florida have forced Amtrak to cancel or modify several of its train routes or stops in Florida.
Two large brush fires burning near the Clay County-Putnam County line in northern Florida have forced Amtrak to cancel or modify several of its train routes or stops in Florida.
Florida SNAP benefit changes: Here's what to know
Starting on Monday, April 20, 2026, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits in Florida will no longer include soda, energy drinks, candy, and some dessert snack foods.
Starting on Monday, April 20, 2026, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits in Florida will no longer include soda, energy drinks, candy, and some dessert snack foods.
Dezerland Park in Orlando reminds visitors of chaperone policy ahead of summer season
Under the policy, visitors ages 17 and under must be accompanied by an adult who is at least 21 years old.
Under the policy, visitors ages 17 and under must be accompanied by an adult who is at least 21 years old.
Florida property tax cut plan stalls as lawmakers remain divided ahead of special session
Gov. Ron DeSantis has spent more than a year pushing a major overhaul of Florida’s property tax system, including a proposal to let voters decide on a cut in November.
Gov. Ron DeSantis has spent more than a year pushing a major overhaul of Florida’s property tax system, including a proposal to let voters decide on a cut in November.
Blue Origin targets Sunday launch from Florida for next New Glenn mission
Blue Origin is targeting no earlier than Sunday, April 19, 2026, for the third launch of its New Glenn rocket from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida, the company said.
Blue Origin is targeting no earlier than Sunday, April 19, 2026, for the third launch of its New Glenn rocket from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida, the company said.
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.