Texas House passes redrawn congressional district map
The Texas House approved new mid-decade redistricting maps on Wednesday after a two-week delay with a vote of 88-52.
DeSantis, Uthmeier request extra U.S. House seat
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier hosted a press conference on Wednesday afternoon in Lake Worth. The two leaders announced that they have each drafted a letter to the Trump administration requesting the consideration of granting Florida an additional seat in the U.S. House. The lawmakers are seeking a potential mid-decade redistricting to create this extra seat, which would likely be filled by a Republican.
Video: Woman tries to kick Southwest employee, punches computers in viral tirade
A woman was recently captured on video as she lashed out at Orlando International Airport (MCO) staff after she was unable to board a Southwest Airlines flight.
Judge could decide to close 'Alligator Alcatraz' facility
Another ruling could come on "Alligator Alcatraz's" operations on Wednesday. A judge will decide whether to temporarily shut down the controversial immigration detention center facility located in South Florida.
Trump says he will not send troops to Ukraine
President Donald Trump is now saying that United States troops would not be sent to help defend Ukraine against Russia after seeming to leave open the possibility the day before. Trump, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and other European leaders held hours of talks at the White House on Monday aimed at bringing an end to Russia’s war against Ukraine.
Hate needles? Vaccines could soon be delivered via dental floss
Researchers said more studies should be done on the potential for needle-free vaccination.
Woman charged with attempted murder after man run over on SR-520, deputies say
A woman is facing attempted murder and other charges after deputies say she struck and ran over her significant other during a reckless drive on State Road 520 Tuesday morning.
Firefighters rescue young coyote trapped in drain pipe in Flagler Beach
Firefighters rescued a young coyote trapped inside a drain pipe along in Flagler Beach on Monday evening.
TSA's faster biometric lanes come to these 15 airports
TSA is expanding its PreCheck touchless facial ID to 15 more airports. Here’s where.
Pediatricians’ group breaks with CDC, still urging COVID-19 shots for young children
The American Academy of Pediatrics is urging COVID-19 vaccinations for children under age 2, breaking with new CDC guidance under Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
Missing teen found dead in pond caught on camera alone ‘sprinting’ toward water: ‘There’s no one chasing him’
More than one week after 18-year-old Giovanni Pelletier was found dead in a Manatee County retention pond, the sheriff’s office is releasing video that sheds more light on what he was doing before he disappeared earlier this month.
Florida neighborhood dethrones California's Beverly Hills as America's priciest community
A small gated community located in Florida, has now taken Zillow’s top spot for the United States’ most expensive neighborhood, based on home value data over the last 12 months.
Florida sues textbook publishers for allegedly overcharging schools by millions of dollars
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier joined together Tuesday morning in St. Cloud to announce a lawsuit being filed against two textbook companies that they say have “exploited Florida taxpayers” after overcharging school districts by millions of dollars.
Orlando weather: Erin brings high surf, rip current risk midweek
Hurricane Erin is fueling dangerous surf and rip currents along Florida’s east coast this week, with waves topping 8 feet and a High Surf Advisory in effect through Thursday.
Hurricane Erin to bring life-threatening surf, rip currents to Florida; NHC tracking 2 other tropical waves
Hurricane Erin is continuing to inch closer to the United States, and the storm is expected to bring dangerous high surf and life-threatening rip currents to Florida through the middle of the week.
Rep. Cory Mills faces court hearing over ex-girlfriend’s restraining order request
U.S. Rep. Cory Mills was in court Monday as his ex-girlfriend, the reigning Miss United States, sought a restraining order against him over allegations of harassment and threats.
Expectant Minneola couple displaced by lightning strike, fire days ahead of baby's due date
A fire started by a lightning strike has displaced a Minneola family. It will be at least a year before they’re able to return home, if at all.
FWC asks public to report sightings of rare rainbow snakes
Florida wildlife officials are asking the public to help track sightings of rainbow snakes, a rare, nonvenomous species that has declined in recent decades.
Tropical wave behind Hurricane Erin could strengthen as it tracks toward Caribbean, Florida
The National Hurricane Center is tracking a tropical wave in the eastern Atlantic on the heels of Hurricane Erin that could strengthen into a depression later this week, and it's a system that could impact Florida. However, recent models show an area of high pressure could steer it toward Bermuda.
Trump arranging meeting between Zelenskyy, Putin
A White House East Room meeting with President Trump, Ukrainian President Zelenskyy, and European leaders has concluded.