Heinz working with Florida Tech professor to grow tomatoes on Mars

Heinz Ketchup has been a staple condiment for generations. Now, thanks to a Central Florida scientist, the condiment is going to Mars.

Central Florida turkey shoot event put on hold due to rise in turkey prices

With the rising cost of turkey and ammunition, organizers were concerned they would lose money on the event. This year's event has been put on hold.

Retailers expect holiday shopping boost

The state’s retailers are expecting record sales this holiday season, with increases of about 10 percent over 2020, according to the Florida Retail Federation. The industry group said the average consumer is expected to spend $998 on gifts over the next month and a half.

Group seeks clarity on 'business vaccine mandate'

A small-business lobbying group wants Florida lawmakers to better define business vaccine mandates as the Legislature heads into a special session next week.

Polk County mother killed by deputy she threatened with shovel

A Polk County woman was shot and killed by a deputy she threatened with a shovel, according to investigators, who said she had a record of "violent felonies." But her friends and family say she struggled with mental illness and didn't deserve to die.

Winter the dolphin dies, leaving legacy of perseverance and inspiration

Winter the dolphin has passed away at the age of 16, after years of inspiring others who have prosthetic limbs like her. Clearwater Marine Aquarium officials say she'd been battling a gastrointestinal infection.

American crocodile takes up residence at Florida golf course

The Village of North Palm Beach, in northern Palm Beach County, is warning people about an American crocodile that has taken up residence in a pond at the North Palm Beach Country Club.

NASA: SpaceX Crew Dragon Endurance docked to the space station

NASA said the SpaceX Crew Dragon spacecraft Endurance docked with the International Space Station early Thursday evening some 22 hours after liftoff from Launch Complex 39A at the Kennedy Space Center in Cape Canaveral, Florida.

Aircraft found with dead pilot inside more than 7 hours after report of possible crash

One person is dead after a single-engine Zenith Zodiac aircraft crashed Wednesday morning, but investigators say the plane wasn’t found until Wednesday evening.

Drafts put new congressional district in Central Florida

Florida’s new 28th U.S. House district would be planted in Central Florida, west of the Osceola County and Polk County line, under initial redistricting proposals rolled out Wednesday by Senate staff members.

Deputies: Man tries to rob gas station with screw driver, employees fight back

The Marion County Sheriff’s Office says a Citra man was arrested for attempted robbery after using a screwdriver to threaten employees at a gas station.

Inflation causes biggest price increase in three decades

Inflation has the price of turkey up 27% over last year. You will be spending almost $5 more on a 15-pound bird.