Manatee spotted swimming near shoreline at Pensacola Beach
Swimmers at Pensacola Beach got a surprise when they were greeted by a large manatee moving through the water near the shoreline on Wednesday afternoon.
Swimmers at Pensacola Beach got a surprise when they were greeted by a large manatee moving through the water near the shoreline on Wednesday afternoon.
Governor DeSantis signs health insurance changes
Gov. Ron DeSantis on Wednesday signed into law a bill that could lead to a revamp of the health-insurance program for state employees.
Gov. Ron DeSantis on Wednesday signed into law a bill that could lead to a revamp of the health-insurance program for state employees.
Orlando unites on third anniversary of Pulse nightclub shooting
Survivors and victims' relatives marked the third anniversary of the Pulse nightclub shooting on Wednesday.
Survivors and victims' relatives marked the third anniversary of the Pulse nightclub shooting on Wednesday.
State task force tackles toxic algae
Reducing harmful nutrients in state waters, through moves such as more monitoring and staffing, is an expected short-term goal of a new task force set up by Gov. Ron DeSantis to look at toxic algae fouling Florida waterways.
Reducing harmful nutrients in state waters, through moves such as more monitoring and staffing, is an expected short-term goal of a new task force set up by Gov. Ron DeSantis to look at toxic algae fouling Florida waterways.
Daytona Beach hotel employees honored for saving 3-year-old boy from drowning
Two hotel employees in Daytona Beach were recognized Wednesday for saving a three-year-old boy from drowning earlier this year.
Two hotel employees in Daytona Beach were recognized Wednesday for saving a three-year-old boy from drowning earlier this year.
Blue Origin's big plans for Space Coast
Blue Origin, founded by Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos, wants to be the biggest player on Space Coast.
Blue Origin, founded by Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos, wants to be the biggest player on Space Coast.
Talking space tourism with someone who's been there
Want to be a space tourist? There are big developments in that business, including companies that can help you book a ticket and train your body, so you can see the world.
Want to be a space tourist? There are big developments in that business, including companies that can help you book a ticket and train your body, so you can see the world.
Medicare report points to neglect and abuse
An estimated 20 percent of Medicare beneficiaries in nursing homes who were transported to hospital emergency rooms in 2016 and treated for a variety of high-risk conditions had been potentially abused or neglected, a report released Wednesday by the federal government shows.
An estimated 20 percent of Medicare beneficiaries in nursing homes who were transported to hospital emergency rooms in 2016 and treated for a variety of high-risk conditions had been potentially abused or neglected, a report released Wednesday by the federal government shows.
Citizens insurance grapples with lawsuits
Gov. Ron DeSantis and Florida lawmakers this spring approved a plan to overhaul the controversial insurance practice known as “assignment of benefits” --- and put new restrictions on lawsuits against insurers.
Gov. Ron DeSantis and Florida lawmakers this spring approved a plan to overhaul the controversial insurance practice known as “assignment of benefits” --- and put new restrictions on lawsuits against insurers.
Newest Universal Orlando Resort hotel offers rates as low as $73 per night
Universal's Endless Summer Resort -- Surfside Inn and Suites is expected to open soon.
Universal's Endless Summer Resort -- Surfside Inn and Suites is expected to open soon.
Underage drinkers in Florida who call 911 for help won't be punished under new law
A new law will protect underage drinkers in Florida if they are consuming alcohol and need to call for medical help.
A new law will protect underage drinkers in Florida if they are consuming alcohol and need to call for medical help.
New restaurant, Bigfire, to open at Universal Orlando Resort's CityWalk
A new restaurant is coming to CityWalk at Universal Orlando.
A new restaurant is coming to CityWalk at Universal Orlando.
Dolphins form friendships through shared interests just like humans, scientists find
Are dolphins just like us?
Are dolphins just like us?
Governor DeSantis revises Pulse proclamation after criticism
Gov. Ron DeSantis on Wednesday issued a revised proclamation honoring victims of the 2016 mass shooting at Pulse nightclub after drawing criticism because his original proclamation did not mention the LGBTQ community.
Gov. Ron DeSantis on Wednesday issued a revised proclamation honoring victims of the 2016 mass shooting at Pulse nightclub after drawing criticism because his original proclamation did not mention the LGBTQ community.
'Bump stock' ban ruling appealed
Gun owners are appealing after a circuit judge dismissed a potential class-action lawsuit about a state ban on “bump stocks.”
Gun owners are appealing after a circuit judge dismissed a potential class-action lawsuit about a state ban on “bump stocks.”
74,000 requests received for President Trump's Orlando event at the Amway Center
According to the President Donald J. Trump, 74,000 requests have already come in for his upcoming event at the Amway Center.
According to the President Donald J. Trump, 74,000 requests have already come in for his upcoming event at the Amway Center.
Florida is the 2nd most fun state in America, study states
A new study says that Florida is the second most fun state in America.
A new study says that Florida is the second most fun state in America.
Joe Biden promises to 'cure cancer' if elected president
Former Vice President Joe Biden made a bold promise on Tuesday to "cure cancer" if he is elected president in 2020.
Former Vice President Joe Biden made a bold promise on Tuesday to "cure cancer" if he is elected president in 2020.
Orlando United Day 2019: Pulse memorial events and tributes
Wednesday marks three years since the Pulse nightclub shooting, a tragedy that claimed the lives of 49 people and injured more than 50 others.
Wednesday marks three years since the Pulse nightclub shooting, a tragedy that claimed the lives of 49 people and injured more than 50 others.
Elon Musk says Teslas will be able to drive themselves to work by the end of 2019
Teslas will be able to drive themselves from their home garage to the parking lot at their owner’s job by the end of the year, Elon Musk said on Tuesday.
Teslas will be able to drive themselves from their home garage to the parking lot at their owner’s job by the end of the year, Elon Musk said on Tuesday.