Dow hits 29,000 for first time ever

The Dow Jones Industrial Average climbed above 29,000 for the first time despite the December jobs report falling short of expectations. All three of the major averages were trading in record territory.

Life-threatening injures to right whale calf likely from propeller; FWC investigates

A newborn whale calf has been severely injured by a boat, experts say. Right whales have been spotted off Florida's Atlantic coast in recent weeks. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission has observed that one of four calves being tracked was seen with injuries likely from a boat propeller.

SpaceX booster returns to Port Canaveral

The booster was just used during Monday night's Starlink mission landed perfectly at sea on the drone ship "Of Course I Still Love You," following a successful launch.

Lakeland police officer dies in motorcycle crash

A Lakeland police officer and Marine Corps veteran has passed away after crashing his motorcycle while he was on his way to work this morning, deputies have confirmed.

Prison staffing problems throughout Florida continue

When 2020 started, Florida prisons had 2,305 vacant correctional officer positions, a 16 percent increase from the same time last year, according to data.

Bill would allow local officials in Florida to be armed

The bill would create an exception to allow members of county commissions, municipal boards, school boards or special district boards to pack heat at their meetings if they have concealed weapons licenses.