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.
Firefighters rescue dog trapped under Orlando overpass
The crew was able to bring the dog to Animal Control, which then took it to a shelter.
The crew was able to bring the dog to Animal Control, which then took it to a shelter.
Oyster reefs are growing again in the Indian River Lagoon
Oyster reefs in Florida’s Indian River Lagoon are showing signs of recovery after decades of damage from overharvesting, pollution, and boat activity, which wiped out more than half of the habitat.
Oyster reefs in Florida’s Indian River Lagoon are showing signs of recovery after decades of damage from overharvesting, pollution, and boat activity, which wiped out more than half of the habitat.
Cold snap sends manatees to Florida springs for winter warmth
A chilly week across Florida has sent manatees swimming inland in search of warmer water, with hundreds gathering at Blue Spring State Park.
A chilly week across Florida has sent manatees swimming inland in search of warmer water, with hundreds gathering at Blue Spring State Park.
Florida bear hunt reignites debate as conservationists push for federal protection
After Florida’s first black bear hunt in nearly a decade ended with far fewer animals killed than allowed, conservation groups say their efforts are shifting toward a larger legal fight.
After Florida’s first black bear hunt in nearly a decade ended with far fewer animals killed than allowed, conservation groups say their efforts are shifting toward a larger legal fight.
Families frustrated with short sentences for suspects in murders of 2 teens in vape pen robbery
Brevard County families in a 2024 vape robbery and murder said justice wasn’t served for their lost loved ones.
Brevard County families in a 2024 vape robbery and murder said justice wasn’t served for their lost loved ones.