Discovery Cove otters 'Emmie' and 'Binx' celebrate Halloween-themed 1st birthday
Discovery Cove at SeaWorld Orlando is celebrating a milestone for a couple of adorable resident Asian small-clawed otters.
Discovery Cove at SeaWorld Orlando is celebrating a milestone for a couple of adorable resident Asian small-clawed otters.
Arrest made in fatal shooting of Florida woman during Zoom call
An arrest has been made in the fatal shooting of a Florida woman who was killed while on a Zoom conference call with coworkers.
An arrest has been made in the fatal shooting of a Florida woman who was killed while on a Zoom conference call with coworkers.
DeSantis addresses wife's breast cancer battle: 'She fights, she's tough'
"I got faith in the big guy upstairs and I got faith in her," Gov. DeSantis said when asked about his wife Casey DeSantis' recent breast cancer diagnosis. "Her view is, 'Better me than somebody who may not be able to deal with it.' That's just kind of her spirit...That's why I love her."
"I got faith in the big guy upstairs and I got faith in her," Gov. DeSantis said when asked about his wife Casey DeSantis' recent breast cancer diagnosis. "Her view is, 'Better me than somebody who may not be able to deal with it.' That's just kind of her spirit...That's why I love her."
People receiving unsolicited text messages with offers to buy homes
People across Central Florida are getting unsolicited text messages asking if they want to sell their homes.
People across Central Florida are getting unsolicited text messages asking if they want to sell their homes.
Citrus forecast points to difficult season
Florida’s citrus industry is forecast to have one of the lowest production years in decades as it continues to grapple with a devastating disease and other issues.
Florida’s citrus industry is forecast to have one of the lowest production years in decades as it continues to grapple with a devastating disease and other issues.
State fines Leon County $3.5M over vaccination requirement
The Florida Department of Health is imposing a $3.57 million fine on Leon County because of the county government’s requirement that employees be vaccinated against COVID-19.
The Florida Department of Health is imposing a $3.57 million fine on Leon County because of the county government’s requirement that employees be vaccinated against COVID-19.
Florida mother jailed for breaking hospital COVID rules, refusing to leave daughter's bedside
The 70-year-old Florida mother refused to leave her daughter's bedside after she underwent brain surgery, despite the hospital's COVID visitation rules. A deputy arrested her for trespassing, and she spent 24 hours in jail. "I could not in good conscience and good heart leave her bedside," she said. "I stand by my actions 100%. I am not sorry that I made them take me out of there in handcuffs."
The 70-year-old Florida mother refused to leave her daughter's bedside after she underwent brain surgery, despite the hospital's COVID visitation rules. A deputy arrested her for trespassing, and she spent 24 hours in jail. "I could not in good conscience and good heart leave her bedside," she said. "I stand by my actions 100%. I am not sorry that I made them take me out of there in handcuffs."
Controversial book pulled from school library
Brevard County Schools removed a book that leaders are calling “inappropriate” from one of its school libraries.
Brevard County Schools removed a book that leaders are calling “inappropriate” from one of its school libraries.
Florida teachers union president takes to TikTok to warn of school staffing shortages
Already two months into the school year, many districts continue to deal with a teacher staffing shortage. One educator is taking to TikTok to warn of the issue.
Already two months into the school year, many districts continue to deal with a teacher staffing shortage. One educator is taking to TikTok to warn of the issue.
Southwest Airlines passengers struggle to get home after a weekend of cancellations
Southwest Airlines passengers were hoping to get home Monday after seeing so many flights canceled over the weekend.
Southwest Airlines passengers were hoping to get home Monday after seeing so many flights canceled over the weekend.
State health officials warn of potential fines for violating 'vaccine passport' law
The State of Florida is investigating dozens of companies for possible violations of the state's ban on COVID-19 vaccine passports. Among those named, AdventHealth, Disney Cruise Lines, and the Dr. Phillips Performing Arts Center.
The State of Florida is investigating dozens of companies for possible violations of the state's ban on COVID-19 vaccine passports. Among those named, AdventHealth, Disney Cruise Lines, and the Dr. Phillips Performing Arts Center.
Southwest flight cancellation hits extra hard for Central Florida family
An Orlando mother has been desperately trying to get her daughter to a Philadelphia hospital for her cancer treatment but her Southwest Airlines flight was canceled, prompting her to turn to another airline.
An Orlando mother has been desperately trying to get her daughter to a Philadelphia hospital for her cancer treatment but her Southwest Airlines flight was canceled, prompting her to turn to another airline.
29th annual Biketoberfest kicks off on Thursday
The 29th annual Biketoberfest kicks off on Thursday and organizers say they expect around 125,000 visitors during this year's rally.
The 29th annual Biketoberfest kicks off on Thursday and organizers say they expect around 125,000 visitors during this year's rally.
Orlando Air & Space Show Oct. 16-17
The Orlando Air and Space Show is taking place this weekend in Sanford and it's promising a spectacular view in the skies as the Thunderbirds will headline the show.
The Orlando Air and Space Show is taking place this weekend in Sanford and it's promising a spectacular view in the skies as the Thunderbirds will headline the show.
Gabby Petito autopsy: Wyoming coroner to give update Tuesday
The FBI on Sept. 19 discovered Petito's remains at a dispersed campground in the Bridger-Teton National Forest.
The FBI on Sept. 19 discovered Petito's remains at a dispersed campground in the Bridger-Teton National Forest.
Merck asking FDA for emergency-use authorization for COVID treatment pill
A pill you can take to treat COVID-19 may soon be a reality.
A pill you can take to treat COVID-19 may soon be a reality.
Jury selection continues for Markeith Loyd murder trial
Markeith Loyd is accused of fatally shooting Orlando Police Lieutenant Debra Clayton in 2017.
Markeith Loyd is accused of fatally shooting Orlando Police Lieutenant Debra Clayton in 2017.
Statue of Mary McLeod Bethune unveiled in Daytona Beach
Monday, the statue of Mary McLeod Bethune was officially unveiled as it begins a two-month visit to Daytona Beach.
Monday, the statue of Mary McLeod Bethune was officially unveiled as it begins a two-month visit to Daytona Beach.
Deputies: Suspect in I-4 biker gang shootout charged with murder
Deputies say they believe Ronald Donovan sparked the shootout on I-4 that left his girlfriend dead.
Deputies say they believe Ronald Donovan sparked the shootout on I-4 that left his girlfriend dead.
Holiday bookings for vacation rentals expected to eclipse pre-pandemic levels
Central Florida is one of the world's top tourist destinations and holiday bookings for this upcoming season are expected to exceed pre-pandemic levels, according to travel experts.
Central Florida is one of the world's top tourist destinations and holiday bookings for this upcoming season are expected to exceed pre-pandemic levels, according to travel experts.