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Missing Florida man's car found in North Carolina with alleged homicide suspect

Missing Florida man's car found in North Carolina with alleged homicide suspect

The car owned by a missing 74-year-old Florida Lyft driver was found in North Carolina and the man who was driving it is wanted in connection with a homicide last week in southwest Florida, authorities said Friday.

February 4, 2023 6:47am EST
Man rams several Florida deputy cars during high-speed chase before crashing into school bus: Deputies

Man rams several Florida deputy cars during high-speed chase before crashing into school bus: Deputies

A Florida man took deputies on a high-speed pursuit through two counties before crashing into a school bus, causing the car he was driving in to erupt in flames, according to a 911 caller.

February 4, 2023 6:46am EST
Recreational marijuana now one step closer to reality in Florida, local pot growers not happy

Recreational marijuana now one step closer to reality in Florida, local pot growers not happy

But while O’Brien’s business is based on the 'bud,' he says he's not for the proposed recreational marijuana initiative. He says it heavily-favors large pot companies like Trulieve, at the expense of smaller, independent shops.

February 4, 2023 6:46am EST
Chinese balloon: Montana man describes 'surreal' experience capturing spectacle on camera

Chinese balloon: Montana man describes 'surreal' experience capturing spectacle on camera

“I’m a little bit disturbed that the surveillance balloon — if that is, in fact, what it was — made it this far into our country and was hovering over my hometown” Chase Doak told LiveNOW from FOX.

February 3, 2023 9:17pm EST
Harriet the eagle missing from nest since Thursday; intruder chased away by M-15

Harriet the eagle missing from nest since Thursday; intruder chased away by M-15

Harriet the eagle has not been seen in the area of the nest since Thursday and an "intruder" was spotted in near the nest, according to the administrators of Dick Pritchett Real Estate's Southwest Florida Eagle Cam.

February 3, 2023 5:33pm EST
Police: 13-year-old Florida boy dies after being hit by truck while waiting for school bus

Police: 13-year-old Florida boy dies after being hit by truck while waiting for school bus

A 13-year-old boy was killed Friday after he was hit by a truck while waiting for his school bus, Lake Wales police said.

February 3, 2023 1:05pm EST
Bobi, 30-year-old dog in Portugal, breaks record for world's oldest dog ever

Bobi, 30-year-old dog in Portugal, breaks record for world's oldest dog ever

A 30-year-old purebred Rafeiro do Alentejo has been declared the world’s oldest dog at 30 years and 266 days, Guinness World Records said.

February 3, 2023 11:58am EST
Orlando weather: Weekend cold front to drop temperatures, increase rain chances

Orlando weather: Weekend cold front to drop temperatures, increase rain chances

Not a great beach day as showers and storms increase across the area by mid-late morning.

February 3, 2023 8:50am EST
Former NFL player Zac Stacy to enter plea in alleged brutal attack on ex-girlfriend in Florida

Former NFL player Zac Stacy to enter plea in alleged brutal attack on ex-girlfriend in Florida

Stacy was arrested in 2021 after the graphic video was shared.

February 3, 2023 8:48am EST
These are the 150 dirtiest cities in America, report says

These are the 150 dirtiest cities in America, report says

How dirty is your city? Now there is a way to find out.

February 3, 2023 8:22am EST
Maryland boater catches thief who stole $30K worth of items 1,000 miles away in Florida waters

Maryland boater catches thief who stole $30K worth of items 1,000 miles away in Florida waters

A man boarding his boat in Maryland noticed almost $30,000 worth of items were stolen. He sailed south in search of the thief and found him 1,000 miles south in Florida.

February 3, 2023 8:22am EST
Florida carjacking victims arrested after reporting stolen car, stolen: Deputies

Florida carjacking victims arrested after reporting stolen car, stolen: Deputies

Three armed carjacking victims were arrested after they reported a car that they stole, stolen to deputies in Kissimmee.

February 3, 2023 8:22am EST
Marion County teens found with multiple guns in car: Deputies

Marion County teens found with multiple guns in car: Deputies

Two teens were arrested after Marion County deputies found guns and marijuana in their car early Wednesday morning.

February 3, 2023 8:21am EST
Proposed bill aims to restrict social media usage in Florida classrooms

Proposed bill aims to restrict social media usage in Florida classrooms

New bill would prohibit access to social media on school devices and require teachings on the good and bad sides of social media.

February 3, 2023 8:21am EST
This Florida beach has been dubbed the 'deadliest beach' in the U.S.

This Florida beach has been dubbed the 'deadliest beach' in the U.S.

4 Florida beaches top the list by Travel Lens.

February 3, 2023 6:14am EST
Dangerous fungal illness rapidly spreading across country, doctors warn

Dangerous fungal illness rapidly spreading across country, doctors warn

Valley fever is an infection of the lungs and causes respiratory symptoms like a cough, difficulty breathing, fever, and tiredness or fatigue. In rare cases, the Valley fever fungus can spread to other body parts and cause severe disease.

February 2, 2023 6:57pm EST
Orlando weather: Storm system to bring big weather changes to Central Florida this weekend

Orlando weather: Storm system to bring big weather changes to Central Florida this weekend

That system will sweep across the Florida peninsula by Friday afternoon allowing for a chance of showers and storms at 70% coverage.

February 2, 2023 1:14pm EST
Powerball: $1 million ticket sold in Florida; jackpot rises to $700 million

Powerball: $1 million ticket sold in Florida; jackpot rises to $700 million

You may not have won the Powerball jackpot, but someone in Florida is $1 million richer. 

February 2, 2023 12:09pm EST
DeSantis proposes sales tax breaks for diapers, gas stoves, pet food in new Florida budget

DeSantis proposes sales tax breaks for diapers, gas stoves, pet food in new Florida budget

As part of a record $114.8 billion budget proposal released Wednesday, Gov. Ron DeSantis is seeking wide-ranging tax breaks that build on current toll-road rebates and tap into conservative outrage about gas stoves.

February 2, 2023 8:26am EST
Florida lawmakers want to raise teachers starting pay to $65,000

Florida lawmakers want to raise teachers starting pay to $65,000

Florida teachers are in the forefront of Governor Ron DeSantis' budget. He says they deserve more pay, and Florida lawmakers are proposing a bill that would give them a big increase.

February 2, 2023 8:00am EST
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