Atlantic’s next tropical storm will be named ‘Dolly,’ but that’s a coincidence
The next time a tropical storm forms in the Atlantic, it will be named Dolly. But, that has nothing to do with the death of the country superstar.
The next time a tropical storm forms in the Atlantic, it will be named Dolly. But, that has nothing to do with the death of the country superstar.
Trial delayed again for Florida teen accused of killing stepsister on Carnival cruise
The federal murder trial for Timothy Hudson, accused of killing his stepsister aboard a Carnival cruise ship, has been delayed for a second time to now take place on Nov. 2.
The federal murder trial for Timothy Hudson, accused of killing his stepsister aboard a Carnival cruise ship, has been delayed for a second time to now take place on Nov. 2.
Dolly Parton's philanthropy will leave a long-lasting legacy
Dolly Parton’s commitment to education and charitable work will be remembered for decades.
Dolly Parton’s commitment to education and charitable work will be remembered for decades.
Jury unanimously recommends death penalty for Jennifer Odom’s convicted killer
The jury has unanimously recommended the death penalty for Jeffrey Crum in the decades-old kidnapping, sexual battery and murder of Jennifer Odom.
The jury has unanimously recommended the death penalty for Jeffrey Crum in the decades-old kidnapping, sexual battery and murder of Jennifer Odom.
Florida homeowner shoots, kills woman outside home in Leesburg, police say
Leesburg police have identified the woman shot and killed after attempting to enter someone else's home.
Leesburg police have identified the woman shot and killed after attempting to enter someone else's home.
Florida sheriff’s office warns students about playing ‘senior assassin’ game
Highlands County deputies and school officials are warning students and parents about the dangers of a game called "Senior Assassin" after learning a large group plans to play.
Highlands County deputies and school officials are warning students and parents about the dangers of a game called "Senior Assassin" after learning a large group plans to play.
163 missing Florida kids rescued, 3 arrested during Operation Statewide Shield
A historic Florida child recovery operation rescued 163 missing children and led to multiple arrests across several regions.
A historic Florida child recovery operation rescued 163 missing children and led to multiple arrests across several regions.
Mystery on the Space Coast: What are these clear ‘jumping sticks’ on the beach?
A beach day on the Space Coast turned into an unusual discovery when one-inch, translucent creatures were spotted jumping along the shore, leaving beachgoers and marine experts alike taking a second look.
A beach day on the Space Coast turned into an unusual discovery when one-inch, translucent creatures were spotted jumping along the shore, leaving beachgoers and marine experts alike taking a second look.
Sloth World investigation closed without charges as calls for change grow
Two days after the Orange County Sheriff’s Office (OCSO) closed its investigation into Sloth World without recommending criminal charges, reaction and calls for legislative change continue to build across Central Florida and the conservation community.
Two days after the Orange County Sheriff’s Office (OCSO) closed its investigation into Sloth World without recommending criminal charges, reaction and calls for legislative change continue to build across Central Florida and the conservation community.
Here's how much it costs to live comfortably in your state for 2026
A SmartAsset study found Americans need increasingly high incomes to live comfortably, with costs varying significantly by state and household size.
A SmartAsset study found Americans need increasingly high incomes to live comfortably, with costs varying significantly by state and household size.
Volusia carjacking suspect held without bond after 137 mph chase
A 41-year-old man accused of pulling a woman from her car and leading law enforcement on a high-speed chase through Volusia County will remain behind bars after a judge ordered him held without bond Friday.
A 41-year-old man accused of pulling a woman from her car and leading law enforcement on a high-speed chase through Volusia County will remain behind bars after a judge ordered him held without bond Friday.
SpaceX launches Starlink mission as Trump pushes for 1,000 annual launches
SpaceX successfully launched another batch of Starlink satellites from Florida's Space Coast on Friday, a day after a last-second scrub, as the Trump administration pushes to dramatically increase the number of launches and reentries across the United States.
SpaceX successfully launched another batch of Starlink satellites from Florida's Space Coast on Friday, a day after a last-second scrub, as the Trump administration pushes to dramatically increase the number of launches and reentries across the United States.
State rests case in Jaylen Edgar trial over downtown Orlando mass shooting
Prosecutors rested their case Friday in the murder trial of Jaylen Edgar, the teenager accused of killing two people and wounding seven others during a mass shooting in downtown Orlando on Halloween nearly two years ago.
Prosecutors rested their case Friday in the murder trial of Jaylen Edgar, the teenager accused of killing two people and wounding seven others during a mass shooting in downtown Orlando on Halloween nearly two years ago.
Florida man arrested in Senoia after Flock camera spots missing child
The body-worn video captured by a Georgia police officer showing the rescue of a 10-year-old Florida boy from a truck during a traffic stop was just released.
The body-worn video captured by a Georgia police officer showing the rescue of a 10-year-old Florida boy from a truck during a traffic stop was just released.
These are the top city-inspired baby names in the US, data finds
Some of America’s biggest cities are inspiring parents when it comes to baby names. A new analysis reveals the most popular city-inspired names.
Some of America’s biggest cities are inspiring parents when it comes to baby names. A new analysis reveals the most popular city-inspired names.
Video: Man snatches $22K in gold from Florida mall kiosk and pawns it before arrest
A 25-year-old man faces a robbery charge after authorities identified him as the suspect who stole more than $22,000 in gold jewelry from a mall kiosk.
A 25-year-old man faces a robbery charge after authorities identified him as the suspect who stole more than $22,000 in gold jewelry from a mall kiosk.
White House ballroom work can continue for now, Supreme Court rules
The White House can continue construction on President Donald Trump’s $400 million ballroom for now, Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts ruled Friday.
The White House can continue construction on President Donald Trump’s $400 million ballroom for now, Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts ruled Friday.
Accused carjacker reached 137 mph during pursuit in Volusia County, deputies say
A 41-year-old man was arrested after authorities say he stole a car from a woman stopped at a red light and reached speeds of up to 137 mph during a pursuit through Volusia County.
A 41-year-old man was arrested after authorities say he stole a car from a woman stopped at a red light and reached speeds of up to 137 mph during a pursuit through Volusia County.
Army resumes Apache helicopter training after fatal crash near Fort Hood
Less than a week after two U.S. Army soldiers were killed in a deadly crash in Bell County, the U.S. Army has resumed training missions involving Apache helicopters.
Less than a week after two U.S. Army soldiers were killed in a deadly crash in Bell County, the U.S. Army has resumed training missions involving Apache helicopters.
UCF unveils $90M Roth Tower transformation at Bounce House in time for 20th anniversary of on-campus football
UCF is celebrating 20 years of on-campus football with a newly completed $90 million renovation of the Roth Tower at the Bounce House.
UCF is celebrating 20 years of on-campus football with a newly completed $90 million renovation of the Roth Tower at the Bounce House.