Army son surprises St. Pete police sergeant with holiday homecoming

Lieutenants with the St Petersburg Police Department helped to orchestrate a homecoming surprise for one of their colleagues on Christmas Eve.

20 Florida panthers killed in 2020, FWC says

At least 20 Florida panthers have died in 2020, a toll that appears to be on track to finish lower than in previous years.

Florida reports 8,198 new COVID-19 cases, 96 additional deaths

The Florida Department of Health reported 8,198 new cases of coronavirus on Monday, along with 96 additional deaths.

Florida Rep. Val Demings supports $2,000 stimulus checks

House Democrats have prepped a bill to provide for $2,000 payment checks. This bill will be on the floor late Monday.

Daytona Beach law enforcement officer passes away on Christmas

The Daytona Beach Shores Department of Public Safety said that 24-year-old Darius Debarros died at his home on Christmas.

People head to stores, malls for post-holiday shopping and returns

The National Retail Federation said 20 to 30 percent more Americans decided to do their holiday shopping online this year.

Laid-off Disney worker creates wooden American flags in his garage

Mark Newman was laid off from his job at Disney earlier this year after 24 years with the company due to the coronavirus pandemic. 

20s, 30s to stick around for another night in Central Florida

A strong cold front that delivered chilly temperatures on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day will linger through the weekend. 

Florida man killed after car he was working on slips off jack

Jay D’Angiolillo, 41, was pronounced dead at the scene, despite efforts by witnesses and paramedics who attempted to save him.

Christmas at the beach: Cold front keeps crowds away

There were a minimal amount of people at the beaches in Volusia County as a cold front moved in dropping temperatures on Christmas Day.

Biden pledges tuition-free community college for all

Biden wrote in a tweet that a high school diploma is no longer enough for the occupational demands of the 21st Century.