Man suing Diocese of Orlando for $25 million after allegations of sexual abuse by pastor 'for years'
A man is suing the Diocese of Orlando for $25 million and demanding a trial by jury after allegations of a pastor sexually abusing him and potentially others “for years."
A man is suing the Diocese of Orlando for $25 million and demanding a trial by jury after allegations of a pastor sexually abusing him and potentially others “for years."
Florida landscaper dies after tree falls during storms, police say
A Florida landscaper has died after a large oak tree fell on him during Thursday's storms in Ocala.
A Florida landscaper has died after a large oak tree fell on him during Thursday's storms in Ocala.
Todd Chrisley talks Trump pardon, prison release | FULL
Members of the Chrisley family hosted a press conference, joined by attorneys Alex Little and Zack Lawson, on Friday afternoon in Nashville, Tennessee. Reality TV stars Todd and Julie Chrisley were granted full presidential pardons on Wednesday by President Donald Trump, ending their multi-year prison sentences for federal tax and bank fraud convictions.
Members of the Chrisley family hosted a press conference, joined by attorneys Alex Little and Zack Lawson, on Friday afternoon in Nashville, Tennessee. Reality TV stars Todd and Julie Chrisley were granted full presidential pardons on Wednesday by President Donald Trump, ending their multi-year prison sentences for federal tax and bank fraud convictions.
John Thrasher, former FSU president and Florida House speaker, dies at 81
John Thrasher, former president of Florida State University and former Speaker of the Florida House, has died.
John Thrasher, former president of Florida State University and former Speaker of the Florida House, has died.
Rare bacterial infection strikes Florida man after Lake Dora Jet Ski injury
A Tavares, Florida man is warning others after what began as a simple day on the water ended with a rare bacterial infection that nearly cost him his leg.
A Tavares, Florida man is warning others after what began as a simple day on the water ended with a rare bacterial infection that nearly cost him his leg.
Freight train slams into semi-truck stalled on tracks in Florida
A cargo train collided with a semi-truck stuck on the tracks early Wednesday morning in Brevard County, pushing the truck approximately 50 yards down the rails, authorities said. Remarkably, no one was injured in the crash.
A cargo train collided with a semi-truck stuck on the tracks early Wednesday morning in Brevard County, pushing the truck approximately 50 yards down the rails, authorities said. Remarkably, no one was injured in the crash.
Disabled veteran sued by HOA over flagpole for which he has permit
A Florida HOA is using a resident, a disabled veteran, over a flagpole he put up in his front yard to fly the American flag.
A Florida HOA is using a resident, a disabled veteran, over a flagpole he put up in his front yard to fly the American flag.
Man used life vest to fend off alligator attack at Lake Kissimmee State Park
New details have been released about a violent alligator attack that left a woman seriously injured while kayaking in Lake Kissimmee State Park earlier this year.
New details have been released about a violent alligator attack that left a woman seriously injured while kayaking in Lake Kissimmee State Park earlier this year.
ICE raid in Tallahassee: 100 arrested at Florida construction site, officials say
More than 100 suspected undocumented immigrants were arrested Thursday in a targeted ICE raid on a construction site in Tallahasse, Florida, according to U.S. Homeland Security Investigations.
More than 100 suspected undocumented immigrants were arrested Thursday in a targeted ICE raid on a construction site in Tallahasse, Florida, according to U.S. Homeland Security Investigations.
Florida thief wanted in multiple counties arrested after being caught with $470 in steaks, deputies say
A Florida thief wanted in multiple counties has been arrested after deputies say they caught him with $470 in stolen steaks.
A Florida thief wanted in multiple counties has been arrested after deputies say they caught him with $470 in stolen steaks.
Florida rainy season: When does it start and end? Why does it rain in the afternoon?
As summer approaches – along with the start of hurricane season — it may seem that it suddenly rains every afternoon in Central Florida, almost like it's scheduled. Welcome to Florida's rainy season.
As summer approaches – along with the start of hurricane season — it may seem that it suddenly rains every afternoon in Central Florida, almost like it's scheduled. Welcome to Florida's rainy season.
Florida woman facing animal abuse charges after allegedly pouring pickle juice, hot sauce on injured puppy
A Florida woman is facing animal abuse charges after she allegedly beat her 5-month-old puppy and then poured hot sauce and pickle juice on the injured animal.
A Florida woman is facing animal abuse charges after she allegedly beat her 5-month-old puppy and then poured hot sauce and pickle juice on the injured animal.
DeLand man arrested in shooting that injured 16-year-old
A 25-year-old DeLand man has been arrested in connection with a weekend shooting that injured a 16-year-old boy riding home from a graduation party, authorities said. Volusia Sheriff Mike Chitwood shared the latest updates in the investigation during a press conference on Thursday morning.
A 25-year-old DeLand man has been arrested in connection with a weekend shooting that injured a 16-year-old boy riding home from a graduation party, authorities said. Volusia Sheriff Mike Chitwood shared the latest updates in the investigation during a press conference on Thursday morning.
FULL: Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis speaks in Fort Myers
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis hosted a press conference with health care leaders on Thursday morning in Fort Myers. At the event, DeSantis announced his plans to veto a bill concerning medical malpractice lawsuits, specifically regarding the recovery of damages for adult children in cases of medical negligence resulting in death. DeSantis also shared positive opinions on the announcement U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. made earlier this week that COVID-19 vaccines are no longer recommended for healthy children and pregnant women.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis hosted a press conference with health care leaders on Thursday morning in Fort Myers. At the event, DeSantis announced his plans to veto a bill concerning medical malpractice lawsuits, specifically regarding the recovery of damages for adult children in cases of medical negligence resulting in death. DeSantis also shared positive opinions on the announcement U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. made earlier this week that COVID-19 vaccines are no longer recommended for healthy children and pregnant women.
DeLand man arrested in shooting that injured 16-year-old
A 25-year-old DeLand man has been arrested in connection with a weekend shooting that injured a 16-year-old boy riding home from a graduation party, authorities said.
A 25-year-old DeLand man has been arrested in connection with a weekend shooting that injured a 16-year-old boy riding home from a graduation party, authorities said.
Florida Gov. DeSantis to veto 'free kill' bill
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has announced his plans to veto a bill concerning medical malpractice lawsuits, specifically regarding the recovery of damages for adult children in cases of medical negligence resulting in death. The bill being vetoed is HB 6017, which seeks to repeal a 1990 Florida law that restricts who can sue for non-economic damages, such as pain and suffering, in medical malpractice cases when the victim is 25 years or older. Critics of the law refer to it as the "free kill" law.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has announced his plans to veto a bill concerning medical malpractice lawsuits, specifically regarding the recovery of damages for adult children in cases of medical negligence resulting in death. The bill being vetoed is HB 6017, which seeks to repeal a 1990 Florida law that restricts who can sue for non-economic damages, such as pain and suffering, in medical malpractice cases when the victim is 25 years or older. Critics of the law refer to it as the "free kill" law.
Gov. DeSantis speaks on RFK Jr. COVID vaccine recommendation
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and leaders in health care spoke Thursday morning in Fort Myers. At the event, DeSantis started his comments by sharing shared positive opinions on the announcement U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. made earlier this week that COVID-19 vaccines are no longer recommended for healthy children and pregnant women. The controversial announcement was made weeks before a CDC advisory panel was set to weigh in.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and leaders in health care spoke Thursday morning in Fort Myers. At the event, DeSantis started his comments by sharing shared positive opinions on the announcement U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. made earlier this week that COVID-19 vaccines are no longer recommended for healthy children and pregnant women. The controversial announcement was made weeks before a CDC advisory panel was set to weigh in.
Elon Musk leaving Trump administration, stepping away from DOGE
Elon Musk is officially stepping away from his advisory role in President Donald Trump?s administration, posting Wednesday that his time as a Special Government Employee has ended. The billionaire entrepreneur was tasked with leading the Department of Government Efficiency ? or DOGE ? a Trump-created initiative aimed at reducing federal waste. The announcement came just one day after Musk criticized Trump?s legislative centerpiece ? a sweeping bill combining tax cuts with immigration enforcement ? calling it "a massive spending bill" that "undermines the work" of DOGE.
Elon Musk is officially stepping away from his advisory role in President Donald Trump?s administration, posting Wednesday that his time as a Special Government Employee has ended. The billionaire entrepreneur was tasked with leading the Department of Government Efficiency ? or DOGE ? a Trump-created initiative aimed at reducing federal waste. The announcement came just one day after Musk criticized Trump?s legislative centerpiece ? a sweeping bill combining tax cuts with immigration enforcement ? calling it "a massive spending bill" that "undermines the work" of DOGE.
Disney places Venezuelan employees on unpaid leave amid Supreme Court's protected-status ruling
The Walt Disney Company has put dozens of Florida-based Venezuelan employees on unpaid leave as they face the possibility of losing Temporary Protected Status (TPS) as soon as next month, according to reports.
The Walt Disney Company has put dozens of Florida-based Venezuelan employees on unpaid leave as they face the possibility of losing Temporary Protected Status (TPS) as soon as next month, according to reports.
Florida isn’t in the path, but could the Pacific’s first system signal a busy hurricane season?
The first tropical system of the Eastern Pacific hurricane season has formed — and while it won’t impact Florida, forecasters say it’s a sign of what’s to come.
The first tropical system of the Eastern Pacific hurricane season has formed — and while it won’t impact Florida, forecasters say it’s a sign of what’s to come.