Florida sheriffs gear up to aid immigration enforcement under new state law
The Florida Sheriffs Association announced on Monday that agencies in all of Florida's counties will assist federal immigration authorities in detaining undocumented immigrant criminals in jails.
Tavares Police: Florida boy, 10, 'tortured,' 'fighting for his life'
A 10-year-old boy brought to a Florida hospital on Saturday night was covered head-to-toe in bruises and burn marks -- and is “fighting for his life," according to the Tavares Police Department.
Rare 7-planet parade happens this week. Here's how you can see it
The best time to see the planets will be shortly after sunset on Friday.
Pope Francis improves slightly, resumes some work, Vatican says
Pope Francis is still receiving supplemental oxygen, and the Vatican said he received the Eucharist Monday morning and resumed working in the afternoon.
Lawmakers explore recreational marijuana bill in Florida
The fight over legal marijuana is continuing, this time in Tallahassee. A proposed bill would expand access to medical marijuana, and it may also take up recreational pot.
Orlando weather: Clouds linger into tonight, sunshine and warmer temps on the way for Sunday
Clouds will linger Saturday night but will start to diminish in the predawn hours of Sunday. Sunday will bring sunshine, as highs climb back into the lower-to-middle 70s.
Family seeks answers after ATV rider Ja’Keem Williams shot, killed in Winter Garden
Winter Garden Police said Ralph Hensel shot Ja’Keem Williams as Williams was driving by on his ATV. Loved ones of the slain father of five are speaking out.
Who will replace Gov. DeSantis as Florida governor? New poll considers potential candidates
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has been elected twice to lead the Sunshine State – and will become term limited when his term ends in 2026. However, recent media reports and political pundits speculated whether his wife, First Lady Casey DeSantis would be interested in running to succeed him.
Orlando weather: Partly cloudy, cool night with weekend warming on the way
Partly cloudy skies on tap for the rest of the evening and overnight. Winds will also start to calm down a little later on as well.
New Orleans terrorist attack survivor grateful despite serious injuries: 'I'm very lucky'
A survivor of the New Orleans attack said he is grateful despite the severe injuries he sustained in the New Year's Day terror plot.
Best friends survive shark attack in Bahamas, 1 returns home after recovery
Two best friends from Viera, Florida, were both bitten by a bull shark while vacationing in The Bahamas earlier this month.
Ex-Proud Boys leader Enrique Tarrio arrested for assault in DC
The former leader of the far-right extremist group the Proud Boys was arrested by U.S. Capitol Police for assault on Friday. Enrique Tarrio is accused of assaulting a woman who was protesting the release of him and other Jan. 6 rioters, thousands of whom were pardoned by President Donald Trump on his first day in office.
Teen driver arrested in deadly 2023 Poinciana crash that killed grandmother, 3 children
A teenage driver has turned himself in after a 2023 crash that killed a grandmother and her three grandchildren, ages 1 to 11.
2025 Atlantic hurricane season guide: storm names, predictions, Florida impact, activity zones
The 2024 Atlantic hurricane season ended with 18 storms, 11 tropical storms, and 5 hurricanes – 3 of which made landfall in Florida (2 as major hurricanes). The 2025 hurricane season is a few months away (Feb. 21 marks 100 days until June 1, the official start of the hurricane season).
AP sues Trump officials over ‘Gulf of America’ name dispute
The Associated Press filed a lawsuit against three members of the Trump administration on Friday, arguing that the White House’s denial of access for AP reporters is a violation of free speech.
Florida Congressman Cory Mills under investigation for alleged assault inside DC residence
A Republican congressional representative from Central Florida is under investigation for an alleged assault said to have occurred inside his Washington, D.C. residence. Rep. Cory Mills has denied any wrongdoing in connection with the case.
Florida man arrested for allegedly sexually abusing multiple children, deputies search for additional victims
Deputies are searching for additional victims after they recently arrested a Florida man accused of sexually abusing children.
Epic Universe tickets: New Florida resident tickets, packages on sale
Universal's Epic Universe – the newest theme park to open in Florida in decades – is expected to hold its grand opening this summer. It will be home to several lands, including Super Nintendo World and The Wizarding World of Harry Potter - Ministry of Magic, as well as shows, rides, attractions, and restaurants.
President Trump appoints DeSantis to Council of Governors: What does this mean for Florida?
President Donald Trump has appointed Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis to the Council of Governors, alongside governors from nine other states.
Expansion coming to Disney's Magic Kingdom, 2 new lands on the way
Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom is getting a facelift, and two new lands are part of the theme park's planned expansion.