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WATCH: Large rattlesnake found outside Florida home

WATCH: Large rattlesnake found outside Florida home

A venomous snake was captured outside a home in Florida, according to a post on the Lee County Sheriff’s Office Facebook page.

September 3, 2022 2:37pm EDT
Florida’s first 'tool time' sales-tax holiday kicks off Saturday: Here’s what items are tax free

Florida’s first 'tool time' sales-tax holiday kicks off Saturday: Here’s what items are tax free

Florida’s first "tool time" sales-tax holiday on tools and other home-repair and construction items will kick off during the Labor Day weekend.

September 3, 2022 9:16am EDT
Tropical Storm Earl forms in Atlantic as Danielle weakens to a tropical storm

Tropical Storm Earl forms in Atlantic as Danielle weakens to a tropical storm

Danielle has weakened to a tropical storm after strengthening into a hurricane on Friday. The National Hurricane Center is also now tracking Tropical Storm Earl in the Atlantic. 

September 3, 2022 8:55am EDT
Women onboard viral video of pilot asking passengers to stop airdropping naked pics speak out

Women onboard viral video of pilot asking passengers to stop airdropping naked pics speak out

Teighlor Marsalis from Houston, Texas filmed the viral moment when a pilot threatened to turn the plane around at Hobby Airport, if the person airdropping naked pictures using the iPhone AirDrop feature didn't stop.

September 3, 2022 12:46am EDT
Artemis I: How to watch the historic launch online and along from Florida's Space Coast

Artemis I: How to watch the historic launch online and along from Florida's Space Coast

The 8.8 million pounds of thrust produced by NASA's Space Launch System rocket will be heard and felt for miles in Central Florida, but even if you can't make it in person, the liftoff will be worth watching.

September 2, 2022 12:37pm EDT
Artemis I: Mission managers give 'go' to resume countdown for moon rocket's launch

Artemis I: Mission managers give 'go' to resume countdown for moon rocket's launch

NASA officials say the countdown to launch the Artemis I moon mission has resumed.

September 2, 2022 9:43am EDT
Florida sloth farm offering great views of Artemis launch while hanging with animals

Florida sloth farm offering great views of Artemis launch while hanging with animals

Hundreds of thousands of people will be on Florida's Space Coast to get the best view of the historic Artemis l launch on Saturday. There are several places to grab Instagram-worthy pics of the liftoff, but one farm in Brevard County is offering a unique viewing experience while playing with animals!

September 2, 2022 8:15am EDT
Orlando weather forecast: Rain expected to clear in time for Artemis l launch from Florida's Space Coast

Orlando weather forecast: Rain expected to clear in time for Artemis l launch from Florida's Space Coast

Central Florida can expect a hot and humid Friday evening with evening showers across the interior.

September 2, 2022 6:00am EDT
Tropical Storm Danielle forms in the Atlantic, expected to become hurricane

Tropical Storm Danielle forms in the Atlantic, expected to become hurricane

Tropical Storm Danielle has formed in the Atlantic and is expected to become our first hurricane of the 2022 Atlantic hurricane season. 

September 1, 2022 11:05am EDT
Florida man accused of killing stepson, raping woman at RV Resort refuses to attend court, sheriff says

Florida man accused of killing stepson, raping woman at RV Resort refuses to attend court, sheriff says

Justin Lamar Jones, 41, is accused of killing two people and sexually battering a woman at the Thousand Trails RV Resort in Clermont.

September 1, 2022 8:57am EDT
Circle K Fuel Day: How to save 40 cents per gallon at Circle K gas stations on Sept. 1 in Florida

Circle K Fuel Day: How to save 40 cents per gallon at Circle K gas stations on Sept. 1 in Florida

Circle K Fuel Day: Save 40 cents per gallon at Circle K gas stations on Sept. 1, 2022 in Florida, and across the country.

September 1, 2022 8:19am EDT
UCF to sell alcohol stadium-wide for first time ever at game against South Carolina State

UCF to sell alcohol stadium-wide for first time ever at game against South Carolina State

Thursday is the season opener for the University of Central Florida Knights football program and for the first time ever, alcohol will be sold throughout the FBC Mortgage Stadium. Previously, only those sitting in premium seating areas could get alcohol during a game. 

September 1, 2022 8:18am EDT
Hurricane season 2022: August finishes without any named storms for first time in decades

Hurricane season 2022: August finishes without any named storms for first time in decades

The 2022 hurricane season completed the rare feat of not producing any name cyclones during August’s La Niña.

September 1, 2022 6:33am EDT
Orlando weather forecast: Evening storms possible with localized flooding

Orlando weather forecast: Evening storms possible with localized flooding

Scattered storms will be possible around 2-3 p.m. along the east coast sea breeze, then numerous will become likely through the evening across the interior.

September 1, 2022 5:47am EDT
NHC: 3 possible tropical depressions brewing in the Atlantic

NHC: 3 possible tropical depressions brewing in the Atlantic

Remember to stay alert as we approach the peak of the hurricane season on September 10th.

August 31, 2022 7:59pm EDT
Charlie Crist resigns from Congress to focus on race for Florida governor against Ron DeSantis

Charlie Crist resigns from Congress to focus on race for Florida governor against Ron DeSantis

Charlie Crist's resignation will be effective by the end of the day Wednesday.

August 31, 2022 12:23pm EDT
Daytona Lagoon offers free waterpark admission to first responders on these days

Daytona Lagoon offers free waterpark admission to first responders on these days

Calling all first responders! Daytona Lagoon is offering free waterpark admission during its fifth annual First Responder Weekend to honor those who serve and protect the community.

August 31, 2022 9:56am EDT
Orlando weather forecast: Weather looking good for Artemis l launch on Saturday, NASA says

Orlando weather forecast: Weather looking good for Artemis l launch on Saturday, NASA says

Central Florida can expect a hot and humid Wednesday with a rise in afternoon thunderstorms.

August 31, 2022 6:12am EDT
Florida parent claims students waiting more than an hour for bus

Florida parent claims students waiting more than an hour for bus

Orange County parents are frustrated with delays. One parent says her children are waiting more than an hour for the school bus to take them home.

August 31, 2022 5:53am EDT
Florida couple wants answers after dog killed in shooting near home

Florida couple wants answers after dog killed in shooting near home

A young couple who moved to Marion County from Tampa says their dog was shot just minutes after it left their property.

August 31, 2022 12:05am EDT
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