Gabby Petito family's lawsuit against Brian Laundrie's parents will head to jury trial in 2023, courts say

The lawsuit filed by Gabby Petito's family against Brian Laundrie's parents will head to a jury trial next year, according to the Sarasota Clerk of Courts. A jury trial was ordered in the lawsuit and has been set for August 14, 2023, the Clerk of Courts confirmed.

Man accused of trying to kidnap child in Orlando arrested, deputies say

Orange County deputies have arrested a man who approached a child Monday morning in Orlando and tried to kidnap him, according to Orange County Sheriff's Office.

Florida babysitter put child in dryer, spun him around, deputies say

The boy told investigators that Amber Chapman put him in a dryer, closed the door and he “went around and round," according to the arrest affidavit.

Deputies: Florida man arrested with guns, drugs, and a baby alligator

Deputies say when they looked in his truck, they say they found two guns, loaded syringes filled with meth, and a live baby gator in an open plastic tub.

Krispy Kreme to sell a dozen glazed doughnuts for average US gas price

Krispy Kreme is tapping its "strategic doughnut reserve" and will sell a dozen original glazed doughnuts for the average U.S. gas price on Wednesdays.

How people helped to save an injured spotted eagle ray in Florida

An injured spotted eagle ray was found Monday in Indian River Lagoon, east of Orlando, and marine activists quickly stepped in to help and keep it safe.

Florida's citrus forecast on track for lowest yield since WWII

Florida's struggling citrus industry continues to see a decline in the crop for the current growing season, with the harvest on track for the lowest yield since before World War II.

Holland America Line cruise ship to accommodate Ukrainian refugees

Evacuees aboard the Volendam will be provided three hot meals a day, rooms, housekeeping services and other amenities. The ship will be staffed with 650 crew members.