SCOTUS will allow Texas to use redrawn congressional map for 2026 election

The opinion, handed down Thursday evening, may allow the GOP to pick up five more seats in the upcoming election, strengthening a small majority in the House.

Sheriff: 92K pounds of suspected drugs, guns, IEDs seized from Florida warehouse; 'Breaking Bad on steroids'

A 26-year-old Florida man was arrested after detectives seized more than 92,000 pounds of suspected illegal drugs, dozens of guns, and five improvised explosive devices from a warehouse, Brevard County Sheriff Wayne Ivey said. 

Orange County Mayor's Toy Drive
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The Orange County Mayor's Toy Drive is in the final days of collecting donations to help families in needs this holiday season. FOX 35's David Martin stopped by the warehouse where toys that have been donated are being stored.

St. Cloud Police launch drone first responder unit
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The St. Cloud Police Department announced on Dec. 2 the launch the first Drone as First Responder (DFR) program in Central Florida. Though the department has used drones for over a decade, it says the new program is a "game changer" that puts eyes on an emergency scene faster than ever before.

Publix has a new cake that combines 2 holidays

Publix has a new cake in its display cases in time for the holidays (and no, it is not the fizzled hurricane cakes some eagerly want to return). 

8 rescued monkeys begin new lives at Gainesville sanctuary

A multi-state federal investigation into illegal animal trafficking led to the seizure of eight primates. The suspect at the center of the investigation has previously been convicted on similar animal trafficking charges.

Anna Kepner’s family seek answers, while Carnival passengers recall chaotic night of teen's death

Investigators still have not announced any arrests three weeks after Titusville teen Anna Kepner died aboard a cruise ship. Her family says they are desperate for answers, while passengers recall a chaotic night with little information.

Sen. Rick Scott's Naples home was target of attempted swatting, senator says

A reported swatting attempt occurred at Sen. Rick Scott’s family home in Naples early on Thursday, the senator wrote in a social media post.

Lightning on Mars: Scientists capture crackling sounds

The researchers examined 28 hours of audio recordings, documenting 55 episodes of what they consider to be “mini lightning” over two Martian years.

National Guard member dies, another 'fighting for his life,' officials say

President Donald Trump revealed on Thursday that Sarah Beckstrom, one of the two National Guard members who were shot during what authorities are calling an ambush, has died. 

Marion County firefighters accused of kidnapping, battery granted $100K bond

Four Marion County Fire Rescue firefighters made their first appearance before a Marion County judge, Thursday, after they were accused of beating, robbing and kidnapping a fellow employee. The Marion County Sheriff's office referred to this incident as a "violent hazing." 

DC shooting: 2 National Guard members critical, terrorism suspected

Two West Virginia National Guard members were critically injured in a shooting near the White House on Wednesday afternoon, described as a targeted attack by D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser.

Appeals court allows Florida to enforce social-media restrictions for minors

Florida’s newly contested social-media restrictions for minors moved a step closer to enforcement after a divided federal appeals panel allowed the state to proceed while litigation continues.