Deal reached on Florida manatee habitat protections
The agreement, announced Wednesday, requires the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to undertake long-discussed revisions of “critical habitat” for Florida manatees by Sept. 12, 2024.
Florida mother handed 10-year-old bag with gun; child fatally shoots woman, police say
Lakrisha Isaac is facing several charges including aggravated assault with a firearm, manslaughter and child neglect. The State Attorney’s Office is reviewing the case for potential charges for the 10-year-old child.
Hurricane season in Florida: What's the difference between tropical storm, tropical depression, and hurricane?
Whether you've lived in Florida your whole life or are brand new to the state, it's important to know the difference between the various terms you'll likely hear during the traditional Atlantic hurricane season, which runs June 1 - Nov. 30, 2022.
Hurricane Safety 101: What to have in your emergency disaster supply kit
Here is a list of items emergency management officials recommend you have in your emergency kit:
Watch vs. Warning: Here are the differences between these weather terms that could save your life
When severe weather is happening, meteorologists at the National Weather Service use a variety of statements to keep you informed about the dangers you could face.
7 facts to know about hurricanes
Here are seven things to know about hurricanes.
Storms with lightning, hail possible for parts of Central Florida on Tuesday
The FOX 35 Storm Team is tracking the chances for storms across Central Florida.
Alligator attack suspected after man's body found in Largo pond
Largo police believe a man whose body was found in Taylor Lake Tuesday morning was attacked by an alligator.
UCF football stadium gets a new name in $19.5 million deal
The football stadium at the University of Central Florida, known by many as the "Bounce House," officially has a new name.
Home sellers in hot markets are dropping prices as demand wanes
The rise in mortgage rates is pricing out buyers.
Tammy Sytch arrest: WWE star returns to Florida court after bond is revoked
Sytch was arrested on several felony DUI charges after allegedly striking another vehicle that killed a man in March in Daytona Beach.
Fisherman spots whale shark feeding on plankton off coast of Sarasota
First, a fisherman spotted a line of plankton near Sarasota, then, to his surprise, a whale shark breached the surface.
First all-female honor flight out of Florida heads to Washington D.C.
One hundred and nine female veterans and their provided guardians will go on a grand tour of D.C., including monuments, war memorials, and banquets.
Daytona Beach police: Teenage stabbing suspect dies while being taken into custody
The teen was wanted for allegedly stabbing a 17-year-old girl multiple times.
Memorial Day weekend travel: Best and worst times to hit the road
Nearly 2.2 million Floridians will travel 50 miles or more for this Memorial Day weekend and about 90-percent of them are expected to hit the road, according to AAA.
'Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind' opens at EPCOT: Your guide to Disney's newest coaster
Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind is EPCOT's very first roller coaster.
Florida hurricane sales tax holiday weekend begins Saturday
The 2022 Atlantic hurricane season begins June 1 and is expected to be an 'above average' season.
Carnival Freedom Fire: Part of cruise ship catches fire while docked at Grand Turk
Part of Carnival's Freedom cruise ship caught fire Thursday morning while docked at Grand Turk in the Turks and Caicos Islands, the cruise line said, sending dark black smoke into the air.
Deputies: Knife-wielding Florida man tries to steal gas out of U-Haul truck in Orlando
A Florida man who allegedly swung a knife at someone while reportedly trying to steal gas out of a U-Haul truck was arrested early Thursday, Orange County deputies said.
Central Florida therapy dogs head to Texas to support grieving families
"It's awesome to feel the immediate gratification of seeing a person go from tears to smiles. It's a return on the investment."