DeSantis: Florida to extradite truck driver accused in crash on turnpike that killed 3

Florida officials were heading to California on Wednesday to extradite the suspect in a deadly crash on Florida's Turnpike last week that killed three Floridians.

Florida woman accused of running over husband in chaotic SR-520 incident

A woman in Brevard County was arrested Tuesday after police said she ran over her husband during a violent confrontation on State Road 520, leaving him critically injured.

East Coast, Gulf states warn of rising flesh-eating bacteria infections

Health officials are warning about a summertime surge of Vibrio vulnificus infections, a flesh-eating bacteria found in warm coastal waters that has killed several people this year.

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
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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
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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
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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.

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.

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.