Is DHS/ICE opening a detention facility in Orlando? Leaders condemn reported plans
Is United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) looking to open a detention facility in the Orlando area? Florida Democrat leaders respond to the possibility.
Is United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) looking to open a detention facility in the Orlando area? Florida Democrat leaders respond to the possibility.
Neighborhood on edge after serial dog attacks reported in Marion County area
Neighbors in a rural Silver Springs community say a pack of aggressive dogs has been attacking their pets.
Neighbors in a rural Silver Springs community say a pack of aggressive dogs has been attacking their pets.
Report: Woman dead after riding Revenge of the Mummy at Universal Studios Florida
A 70-year-old woman became unresponsive after riding the "Revenge of the Mummy" ride at Universal Orlando Resort – and later died at the hospital, according to the state's latest theme park incidents report.
A 70-year-old woman became unresponsive after riding the "Revenge of the Mummy" ride at Universal Orlando Resort – and later died at the hospital, according to the state's latest theme park incidents report.
Who is Isaac Toye? Ocala Police say murder suspect bought a gun 2 days before killing man gardening
Ocala Police said Isaac Toye bought a gun two days before the homicide occurred, but due to a three-day holding period he couldn’t get the gun. The department is investigating how Toye got a gun used in Harold Whitt Harper's death.
Ocala Police said Isaac Toye bought a gun two days before the homicide occurred, but due to a three-day holding period he couldn’t get the gun. The department is investigating how Toye got a gun used in Harold Whitt Harper's death.
Blue Man Group sets new opening date for new Orlando show
After a few delays, Blue Man Group will finally make its return to Orlando in May.
After a few delays, Blue Man Group will finally make its return to Orlando in May.
Mattel indoor water park: Plans filed for Orlando location
Mattel, a toy and entertainment company, is moving forward with plans to bring an indoor water park with Barbie and Hot Wheels attractions to Central Florida.
Mattel, a toy and entertainment company, is moving forward with plans to bring an indoor water park with Barbie and Hot Wheels attractions to Central Florida.
Charlie Kirk murder: Defense attorneys for suspect Tyler Robinson seeking to disqualify prosecutors
Tyler Robinson, the 22-year-old Utah man charged with shooting and killing Charlie Kirk was back in court Friday where his attorneys are asked the judge to disqualify prosecutors in the case over an alleged conflict of interest.
Tyler Robinson, the 22-year-old Utah man charged with shooting and killing Charlie Kirk was back in court Friday where his attorneys are asked the judge to disqualify prosecutors in the case over an alleged conflict of interest.
Stimulus payment January 2026, IRS direct deposit relief payment & tariff dividend fact check
Rumors about new stimulus checks, IRS direct deposits, relief payments and tariff dividends swirled throughout 2025, and they’re continuing to circulate as we head into 2026. But is there any truth to them?
Rumors about new stimulus checks, IRS direct deposits, relief payments and tariff dividends swirled throughout 2025, and they’re continuing to circulate as we head into 2026. But is there any truth to them?
Florida governor candidate proposes 'sin tax' on OnlyFans creators
Florida Republican gubernatorial candidate James Fishback is proposing a hefty crackdown on OnlyFans creators in the state.
Florida Republican gubernatorial candidate James Fishback is proposing a hefty crackdown on OnlyFans creators in the state.
Florida citrus growers monitor freeze, but damage unlikely as temperatures hover above danger zone
A brief cold snap across Florida has residents worrying about pipes and plants, but citrus growers say the latest round of chilly weather is not yet severe enough to threaten fruit.
A brief cold snap across Florida has residents worrying about pipes and plants, but citrus growers say the latest round of chilly weather is not yet severe enough to threaten fruit.
Ocala adventure park offers ziplines, horseback tours and kayaking
Visitors to Marion County can experience high-flying thrills at The Canyons Zip Line and Adventure Park. It is set just north of Ocala in a 100-year-old limestone quarry, located at a significant elevation.
Visitors to Marion County can experience high-flying thrills at The Canyons Zip Line and Adventure Park. It is set just north of Ocala in a 100-year-old limestone quarry, located at a significant elevation.
A rare sighting: Fisherman see Humpback whales off the coast of Port Canaveral
Local fisherman captured a rare sighting of Humpback whales on camera about 20 miles of the coast of Port Canaveral. Here's what we know
Local fisherman captured a rare sighting of Humpback whales on camera about 20 miles of the coast of Port Canaveral. Here's what we know
Friend of man accused of murdering stranger then shooting 2 Gainesville officers speaks out
A friend of a man accused of murdering a stranger in a Gainesville lumberyard, then shooting at two officers, said she doesn't want him to be remembered as a bad person. She described him as being a good father and a hard worker.
A friend of a man accused of murdering a stranger in a Gainesville lumberyard, then shooting at two officers, said she doesn't want him to be remembered as a bad person. She described him as being a good father and a hard worker.
Judge denies qualified immunity for Osceola deputies in 2022 Target takedown case
A judge denied legal immunity for two Osceola County deputies after they were accused of unreasonable and excessive force used in a reported burglary incident at a Target in Kissimmee in 2022.
A judge denied legal immunity for two Osceola County deputies after they were accused of unreasonable and excessive force used in a reported burglary incident at a Target in Kissimmee in 2022.
Disney Adventure cruise ship arrives at Port Canaveral on its way to Singapore
The newest Disney Cruise Line ship’s inaugural voyage is set for March 10.
The newest Disney Cruise Line ship’s inaugural voyage is set for March 10.
7-month-old found dead in bathtub; mom arrested, charged with murder, police say
A 23-year-old Gainesville woman called 911 and told dispatchers that she had drowned her baby in the bathtub, according to police.
A 23-year-old Gainesville woman called 911 and told dispatchers that she had drowned her baby in the bathtub, according to police.
Florida becomes the first in the U.S. to offer carbon ion cancer therapy
Florida is the first state in the U.S. – and in the entire western hemisphere – to launch a carbon ion therapy program for cancer treatment.
Florida is the first state in the U.S. – and in the entire western hemisphere – to launch a carbon ion therapy program for cancer treatment.
Florida AG Uthmeier says insanity defense must be reformed, calls on lawmakers to act
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier is asking state lawmakers to consider a proposal that would overhaul the state’s insanity defense.
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier is asking state lawmakers to consider a proposal that would overhaul the state’s insanity defense.
Minneapolis ICE shooting: Agent shoots immigrant, officer also hurt
A man from Venezuela was shot by ICE in north Minneapolis Wednesday night after federal officials say they attacked an officer following a traffic stop. This comes exactly a week after an ICE officer fatally shot 37-year-old Renee Good.
A man from Venezuela was shot by ICE in north Minneapolis Wednesday night after federal officials say they attacked an officer following a traffic stop. This comes exactly a week after an ICE officer fatally shot 37-year-old Renee Good.
Will it snow in Florida? When, where and how likely? Here's what we know
A strong cold front is expected to move into the Southeast this weekend, bringing colder temperatures and enough moisture to potentially produce snow in parts of North Florida and the Panhandle.
A strong cold front is expected to move into the Southeast this weekend, bringing colder temperatures and enough moisture to potentially produce snow in parts of North Florida and the Panhandle.