Lakeland police searching for teens missing since New Year's Day

"Jorden and Haleigh were last seen on the afternoon, January 1, 2020, leaving the Motel 6 after visiting Jorden’s family. The two left on foot, saying they were going to the store but did not return," police said.

Debate over toll road projects continues to flare

With many environmental and business groups split about the need and purpose of the projects, lawmakers during the 2020 legislative session will start looking at continued funding and accompanying infrastructure --- water, sewer and broadband ---- as tentative alignments for the roads will soon be rolled out.

Sentence trimmed for Canadian convicted in 1986 Volusia County murder

A state commission on Wednesday reduced the sentence of a Canadian man who has been behind bars in Florida for more than three decades.

Flagler County middle school teacher charged with battery of student

The Flagler County Sheriff’s Office investigated an incident on Wednesday involving a teacher at Buddy Taylor Middle School and a student.

Majority of people in 33 countries outside US don’t trust President Trump, Pew survey finds

A significant majority of people residing in 33 countries outside of the United States do not trust President Donald Trump when it comes to handling world affairs, according to a survey from the non-partisan Pew Research Center published Wednesday.

Ocala officer suspended over accusations of falsifying report, unlawful arrest

An Ocala police officer was suspended without pay for 50 hours over claims he used excessive force when he unlawfully arrested a man in August of 2019.

Bulldog crushed to death during grooming appointment at PetSmart, owner says

A North Las Vegas woman said her beloved bulldog died after allegedly being crushed under a table during a grooming appointment at PetSmart. 

The Oscars to go host-less for 2nd year in a row

For the second year in a row, next month's Oscar ceremony will be held without a host, the president of ABC Entertainment said Wednesday.

Trump says Iran appears to be 'standing down,' missile strikes caused no US casualties

Trump said Iran appears to be "standing down" and said no Americans or Iraqis were harmed in Iran's ballistic missile strike on two Iraqi bases housing U.S. troops.

First launch of busy 2020 is also first launch for Space Force

Last night’s SpaceX satellite launch from Cape Canaveral Air Force Station was the first mission conducted with the support of the nation’s newest military service, less than a month after President Trump signed the bill authorizing its creation.

Man arrested after exploiting Florida elderly person for over $130,000, deputies said

Deputies said that over $130,000 was withdrawn and charged to the elderly victim's account. This included a $1,900 charge for fireworks and a $6,800 bill at a bar.