Gov. DeSantis announces $167.5M in rural infrastructure funding, special session on redistricting
Governor Ron DeSantis unveiled a massive infrastructure investment plan Wednesday morning aimed at strengthening rural communities across Florida.
Governor Ron DeSantis unveiled a massive infrastructure investment plan Wednesday morning aimed at strengthening rural communities across Florida.
Deadly shooting of Ocala man believed to be 'random act of violence,' police say
Police officers are responding to a reported homicide in the Ocala Historic District, just east of downtown.
Police officers are responding to a reported homicide in the Ocala Historic District, just east of downtown.
Photos: Dolphin calf found stranded on New Smyrna Beach
According to officials, a dolphin calf was found stranded on the beach on Wednesday.
According to officials, a dolphin calf was found stranded on the beach on Wednesday.
Judge denies request to delay trial in Orlando Halloween mass shooting case
A handwritten letter asking for a new attorney was not enough to persuade a judge to delay the murder trial of a teenager charged in a deadly Halloween mass shooting in downtown Orlando.
A handwritten letter asking for a new attorney was not enough to persuade a judge to delay the murder trial of a teenager charged in a deadly Halloween mass shooting in downtown Orlando.
Worst flu season in 25 years hits Florida as cases surge after holidays
This year, the post-holiday flu is more concerning than in years past. The U.S. is seeing the worst Flu season in 25 years.
This year, the post-holiday flu is more concerning than in years past. The U.S. is seeing the worst Flu season in 25 years.
Florida’s 'Lightning Capital' title challenged by new report: Who's number one?
Florida may no longer hold the title of the nation’s lightning capital, according to a new report that ranks Oklahoma with more lightning activity, though some experts dispute the findings.
Florida may no longer hold the title of the nation’s lightning capital, according to a new report that ranks Oklahoma with more lightning activity, though some experts dispute the findings.
New report details deadly alligator attack at Lake Kissimmee State Park
A newly released report describes how a canoe startled an 11-foot alligator in shallow water, leading to a deadly attack on a woman at Lake Kissimmee State Park in May.
A newly released report describes how a canoe startled an 11-foot alligator in shallow water, leading to a deadly attack on a woman at Lake Kissimmee State Park in May.
Demolition resumes on historic Flagler Beach Pier as rebuild moves forward
Demolition resumed Tuesday on the historic Flagler Beach Pier after crews paused work over the summer due to sea turtle nesting season and nearby turtle activity.
Demolition resumed Tuesday on the historic Flagler Beach Pier after crews paused work over the summer due to sea turtle nesting season and nearby turtle activity.
Florida animal abuse registry criticized as shelters say state list falls short
A statewide registry created through legislation dubbed “Dexter's Law,” is designed to help identify people with a history of animal abuse is drawing criticism from animal welfare officials who say the database lacks enough information to be useful.
A statewide registry created through legislation dubbed “Dexter's Law,” is designed to help identify people with a history of animal abuse is drawing criticism from animal welfare officials who say the database lacks enough information to be useful.
Lawsuit against SeaWorld tossed: Park not liable for woman's 'hit by duck' claims
A lawsuit against SeaWorld — alleging that the park failed to keep safe conditions after a woman said she was hit in the face by a duck while riding a roller coaster — is now dismissed.
A lawsuit against SeaWorld — alleging that the park failed to keep safe conditions after a woman said she was hit in the face by a duck while riding a roller coaster — is now dismissed.
Orlando delivery driver accused of hitting, dragging woman from car in road rage dispute, police say
Two women were arrested in separate Central Florida counties following road rage incidents that escalated into violent confrontations, according to law enforcement.
Two women were arrested in separate Central Florida counties following road rage incidents that escalated into violent confrontations, according to law enforcement.
Eustis Police: Kidnapping suspect found, facing multiple charges for attempted abduction of girl
A 55-year-old man has been arrested in Lake County after police say he attempted to abduct a teenage girl in Eustis.
A 55-year-old man has been arrested in Lake County after police say he attempted to abduct a teenage girl in Eustis.
NASA astronauts prepare for first two ISS spacewalks of 2026: Who's conducting the tasks, where to watch
NASA astronauts are preparing for two spacewalks to complete tasks outside the International Space Station. Here's what we know about the mission.
NASA astronauts are preparing for two spacewalks to complete tasks outside the International Space Station. Here's what we know about the mission.
Venezuelan in Florida describes Maduro capture, what's next for country
Former Venezuelan president Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, pleaded not guilty to federal drug trafficking and weapons-related charges in court on Monday. It comes days after President Donald Trump announced U.S. military forces had captured both of them in an overnight, covert operation.
Former Venezuelan president Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, pleaded not guilty to federal drug trafficking and weapons-related charges in court on Monday. It comes days after President Donald Trump announced U.S. military forces had captured both of them in an overnight, covert operation.
Corporation for Public Broadcasting board votes to dissolve organization after Congress defunds NPR, PBS
The Corporation for Public Broadcasting announced that its board has voted to dissolve the organization after 58 years.
The Corporation for Public Broadcasting announced that its board has voted to dissolve the organization after 58 years.
LEGO's smart brick system brings sound, light, motion to iconic toy: When is it available?
The LEGO Group says it will introduce a new “SMART Play" system in 2026 designed to make brick-built creations respond to how children move, hold and imagine with their toys.
The LEGO Group says it will introduce a new “SMART Play" system in 2026 designed to make brick-built creations respond to how children move, hold and imagine with their toys.
New experiment proves grass clippings are a leading threat to Indian River Lagoon health
Grass clippings are polluting the Indian River Lagoon. ORCA research shows they fuel algae blooms that destroy seagrass habitats. Here's what the research showed
Grass clippings are polluting the Indian River Lagoon. ORCA research shows they fuel algae blooms that destroy seagrass habitats. Here's what the research showed
Eustis Police: Man offers girl $300 in kidnapping attempt: What we know
The Eustis Police Department is looking for a suspect in connection to a possible attempted abduction.
The Eustis Police Department is looking for a suspect in connection to a possible attempted abduction.
2026 tax brackets vs. 2025: Here’s what’s changed, other things to know
Your paycheck could stretch further in 2026 as the IRS raised tax brackets and deductions under Trump’s “big beautiful bill." Here’s what changes.
Your paycheck could stretch further in 2026 as the IRS raised tax brackets and deductions under Trump’s “big beautiful bill." Here’s what changes.
Gov. Ron DeSantis plans to open ICE detention center in Florida's Panhandle
Florida is planning to build another immigration detention facility in the state's Panhandle, pending approval from the Department of Homeland Security.
Florida is planning to build another immigration detention facility in the state's Panhandle, pending approval from the Department of Homeland Security.