Bondi faces questions from lawmakers amid fallout over Epstein files

Attorney General Pam Bondi was questioned Wednesday in a hearing over the Justice Department’s management of files connected to the Jeffrey Epstein case.

Convicted murderer may get chance to walk free, thanks to error by judge, court rules

A Florida appeals court has overturned the murder conviction of a Daytona Beach man, giving him a chance to walk free or face a new trial and forcing the victim’s family to relive a killing they believed was finally resolved.

Manatee rescued from storm drain recovers at SeaWorld Orlando: Could this have been prevented?

A manatee rescued from a storm drain in Melbourne Beach is recovering at SeaWorld Orlando, where veterinarians say the animal is showing signs of improvement after spending days trapped underground.

Crew-12 launch delayed again amid weather concerns

After moving the launch to Thursday because of weather concerns, officials have pushed it back one more day to Friday.

Florida AG announces arrest in alleged online child sexual exploitation case

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier on Monday announced the arrest of a Rhode Island man on charges related to sexual exploitation of a minor and coercing the production of child sexual abuse material.

Manatee rescued after being trapped inside storm drain under road in Melbourne Beach

An adult manatee that became stuck inside a storm drain under a Melbourne Beach roadway has been rescued following an hours-long operation, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. 

3 former Marion County firefighters charged in battery 'hazing' of teen co-worker, charges dropped for 1

One of four Marion County former firefighters allegedly involved in the ‘hazing’ of a co-worker, which resulted in battery and kidnapping, the sheriff's office said, will not face charges.

Debate over ICE walkouts escalates to threatening phone call, school board chair says

A planned student protest at three Brevard County high schools has prompted a sheriff’s investigation after the school board chairman reported receiving a threatening voicemail, authorities said.

Massive roadway collapse in Lake County prompts sinkhole investigation

Fears are growing in Groveland after a massive roadway collapse forced the closure of Empire Church Road, prompting safety concerns for nearby residents and an ongoing investigation into the cause.

Sea turtle rescue underway as cold-stunned animals arrive at Brevard Zoo

As temperatures begin to rise after a recent freeze, the Brevard Zoo is working to rescue and treat dozens of cold-stunned sea turtles found along the Indian River Lagoon.