Atlantic hurricane season 2026: Here's Colorado State University's tropical forecast
The start of the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season is less than two months away, and Colorado State University has released its first forecast for the upcoming season.
The start of the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season is less than two months away, and Colorado State University has released its first forecast for the upcoming season.
Florida towns weigh budget cuts as property tax debate continues
Small towns across Florida are weighing budget cuts amid uncertainty over the future of property taxes, a key source of local revenue.
Small towns across Florida are weighing budget cuts amid uncertainty over the future of property taxes, a key source of local revenue.
Artemis II carries Apollo 18 flag designated for canceled moon mission
As the United States approaches the 250th anniversary of its independence, NASA said the Artemis II mission has carried a collection of historic mementos. Among them was a flag originally designated for the canceled Apollo 18 mission.
As the United States approaches the 250th anniversary of its independence, NASA said the Artemis II mission has carried a collection of historic mementos. Among them was a flag originally designated for the canceled Apollo 18 mission.
Tourists charged after hauling dead alligator strapped on roof of car
Two tourists are facing felony charges after deputies say they strapped a dead alligator to the roof of their vehicle and drove across Central Florida.
Two tourists are facing felony charges after deputies say they strapped a dead alligator to the roof of their vehicle and drove across Central Florida.
NASA’s rare Super Guppy aircraft lands in Lakeland ahead of SUN ’n FUN Aerospace Expo
An iconic NASA aircraft with ties to the Apollo missions will be at this year's SUN 'n FUN Aerospace Expo in Lakeland.
An iconic NASA aircraft with ties to the Apollo missions will be at this year's SUN 'n FUN Aerospace Expo in Lakeland.
2 dogs die after locked in car in 78 degree weather, DeLand Police say
A DeLand man was arrested on felony animal torture charges after his two dogs died of heat stroke inside a locked car at a Volusia County Walmart on April 6.
A DeLand man was arrested on felony animal torture charges after his two dogs died of heat stroke inside a locked car at a Volusia County Walmart on April 6.
Fisherman risks life to rescue great white shark caught on fishing line: ‘He didn’t hesitate’
Dramatic footage captured the moment a fisherman rescued a great white shark caught on a fishing line in Hermosa Beach, California on April 1.
Dramatic footage captured the moment a fisherman rescued a great white shark caught on a fishing line in Hermosa Beach, California on April 1.
Tussock caterpillars: Woman hospitalized after contact with fuzzy Central Florida bug
A local woman is sounding the alarm on how dangerous the fuzzy tussock Caterpillars really are. She was hospitalized after coming into contact with one and says the pain is excruciating.
A local woman is sounding the alarm on how dangerous the fuzzy tussock Caterpillars really are. She was hospitalized after coming into contact with one and says the pain is excruciating.
GM recalls over 270K Chevrolet Malibu cars for rearview camera issues
General Motors’ latest recall affects Chevrolet Malibu vehicles manufactured between 2023 and 2025.
General Motors’ latest recall affects Chevrolet Malibu vehicles manufactured between 2023 and 2025.
Florida man attacked after trying to help man in crash: 'His eyes were demonic, like a monster'
A driver who stopped to help what appeared to be a crash victim along State Road 429 was attacked and seriously injured, authorities and the victim said.
A driver who stopped to help what appeared to be a crash victim along State Road 429 was attacked and seriously injured, authorities and the victim said.
Attorneys seek delays in Kissimmee triple-murder case amid issues over witnesses
Attorneys in a Central Florida triple-murder case are seeking delays as they work through challenges tied to overseas witnesses and pending legal decisions.
Attorneys in a Central Florida triple-murder case are seeking delays as they work through challenges tied to overseas witnesses and pending legal decisions.
Iran war latest: 2nd US military aircraft downed in war with Iran
The war with Iran continues into its sixth week, likely to extend for at least two more weeks with the Strait of Hormuz remaining a major focal point to a ceasefire.
The war with Iran continues into its sixth week, likely to extend for at least two more weeks with the Strait of Hormuz remaining a major focal point to a ceasefire.
Tiger Woods denied a urine test after rollover crash: What does this mean under Florida law?
Professional golfer Tiger Woods denied a urine test following a DUI arrest last month in South Florida. Under Florida law, the refusal is classified as a second-degree misdemeanor.
Professional golfer Tiger Woods denied a urine test following a DUI arrest last month in South Florida. Under Florida law, the refusal is classified as a second-degree misdemeanor.
Trump's budget calls for $1.5 trillion in military spending, cuts to everything else
President Trump’s budget would mark a 44% increase in Pentagon spending, while cutting what the administration calls “woke programs."
President Trump’s budget would mark a 44% increase in Pentagon spending, while cutting what the administration calls “woke programs."
Florida man undergoing surgery after being shot by his dad diagnosed with dementia
A man was airlifted to the hospital after authorities say he was shot by his father – an elderly man with dementia, deputies say.
A man was airlifted to the hospital after authorities say he was shot by his father – an elderly man with dementia, deputies say.
Registered sex offender's body found in suitcase abandoned at Palm Bay's The Compound
A registered sex offender's body was found in a suitcase left in an undeveloped area of Palm Bay, known as "The Compound."
A registered sex offender's body was found in a suitcase left in an undeveloped area of Palm Bay, known as "The Compound."
Disney: Red river hog piglets born at Animal Kingdom Lodge
Three red river hog piglets born at Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge will soon make their public debut at the resort's savanna.
Three red river hog piglets born at Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge will soon make their public debut at the resort's savanna.
NASA: Artemis II completes translunar injection burn on way to the moon
We are now officially 24 hours into the historic Artemis II mission. Following Wednesday night’s iconic liftoff from Florida’s Space Coast, the four-person crew is currently orbiting Earth, but the most critical decision of the mission is still looming just hours away.
We are now officially 24 hours into the historic Artemis II mission. Following Wednesday night’s iconic liftoff from Florida’s Space Coast, the four-person crew is currently orbiting Earth, but the most critical decision of the mission is still looming just hours away.
Melby, manatee rescued from Florida storm drain, to be released after SeaWorld recovery
A manatee that was rescued from a storm drain in Melbourne Beach in February will be released back into Florida waters after months of rehabilitation at SeaWorld.
A manatee that was rescued from a storm drain in Melbourne Beach in February will be released back into Florida waters after months of rehabilitation at SeaWorld.
Young Florida mom killed in suspected DUI crash; Family seeks answers
A 22-year-old mother of two was killed in a crash on Interstate 75 that investigators say was caused by an impaired driver, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
A 22-year-old mother of two was killed in a crash on Interstate 75 that investigators say was caused by an impaired driver, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.