Man accused of carjacking off-duty FHP trooper
Ocala Police say a man was arrested after allegedly carjacking an off-duty Florida Highway Patrol Trooper. Aerial video from a helicopter shows the chase and takedown.
Ocala Police say a man was arrested after allegedly carjacking an off-duty Florida Highway Patrol Trooper. Aerial video from a helicopter shows the chase and takedown.
Polk fire chief: Leave 911 calls only for most serious emergencies
If you need an ambulance, you want one to arrive as quickly as possible. In Polk County, COVID-19 is causing "significant delays," according to the fire chief, who is asking residents to only call 911 for serious emergencies.
If you need an ambulance, you want one to arrive as quickly as possible. In Polk County, COVID-19 is causing "significant delays," according to the fire chief, who is asking residents to only call 911 for serious emergencies.
Questions remain on spending federal schools money
The State Board of Education on Wednesday took up how Florida is using billions of dollars in federal pandemic aid for schools, but the state has not submitted a plan for spending the latest --- and largest --- pot of stimulus money.
The State Board of Education on Wednesday took up how Florida is using billions of dollars in federal pandemic aid for schools, but the state has not submitted a plan for spending the latest --- and largest --- pot of stimulus money.
Daytona Beach Police Officer Jason Raynor dies after June shooting
Daytona Beach Police Officer Jason Raynor was shot on June 23rd while responding to a call of suspicious activity. A manhunt for the suspect followed.
Daytona Beach Police Officer Jason Raynor was shot on June 23rd while responding to a call of suspicious activity. A manhunt for the suspect followed.
Feds to continue picking up COVID-19 tab
In a boost for Florida and other states, the Biden administration on Tuesday issued a memorandum extending through the end of the year a move by the federal government to fully fund COVID-19 disaster costs.
In a boost for Florida and other states, the Biden administration on Tuesday issued a memorandum extending through the end of the year a move by the federal government to fully fund COVID-19 disaster costs.
Man accused of leaving dog in hot car in Melbourne parking lot
A man is accused of leaving a dog inside a car when it was 92 degrees outside.
A man is accused of leaving a dog inside a car when it was 92 degrees outside.
Central Florida veterans react to U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan
They are the images that are rocking the world – people trying to jump on a moving plane as departs war-torn Afghanistan.
They are the images that are rocking the world – people trying to jump on a moving plane as departs war-torn Afghanistan.
FDA issues warning on patient wristbands
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Monday sent a letter to manufacturers of medical devices telling them to double-check colors related to wristbands worn by hospitalized patients.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Monday sent a letter to manufacturers of medical devices telling them to double-check colors related to wristbands worn by hospitalized patients.
NASA, SpaceX announce date for next space station resupply mission
NASA and SpaceX are now targeting Saturday, Aug. 28, to launch its 23rd commercial resupply services mission to the International Space Station.
NASA and SpaceX are now targeting Saturday, Aug. 28, to launch its 23rd commercial resupply services mission to the International Space Station.
Central Florida veteran fighting to get those he fought with out of Afghanistan
Thousands of people are lining up to get out of Afghanistan. Many of them worked alongside the U.S. military during the war on terror and capture by the Taliban as it would likely cost them their lives.
Thousands of people are lining up to get out of Afghanistan. Many of them worked alongside the U.S. military during the war on terror and capture by the Taliban as it would likely cost them their lives.
EPCOT restaurant Space 220 opening in September
The long wait for EPCOT's newest space-themed restaurant is finally almost over.
The long wait for EPCOT's newest space-themed restaurant is finally almost over.
Florida adds nearly 24,000 new COVID-19 cases
Florida reported 23,933 new COVID-19 cases and 29 COVID-19 deaths on Thursday, according to data posted by the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Florida reported 23,933 new COVID-19 cases and 29 COVID-19 deaths on Thursday, according to data posted by the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
DeSantis declares state of emergency ahead of Fred
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis late Friday issued a state of emergency 23 Florida counties – mostly in the Panhandle – ahead of the arrival of Tropical Depression Fred.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis late Friday issued a state of emergency 23 Florida counties – mostly in the Panhandle – ahead of the arrival of Tropical Depression Fred.
Florida school mask battle heads to court
A legal battle over Gov. Ron DeSantis’ July 30 executive order seeking to block local school districts from requiring students to wear masks will move forward Thursday.
A legal battle over Gov. Ron DeSantis’ July 30 executive order seeking to block local school districts from requiring students to wear masks will move forward Thursday.
Pinellas deputies arrest man accused of tweeting threats against Walt Disney World
Deputies in Pinellas County arrested a man accused of tweeting dozens of threats, including some that claimed he would use explosives at Walt Disney World.
Deputies in Pinellas County arrested a man accused of tweeting dozens of threats, including some that claimed he would use explosives at Walt Disney World.
MegaCon draws mega crowds amid rising COVID cases in Central Florida
MegaCon Orlando is bringing some mega crowds to the Orange County Convention Center. Organizers say they have some new rules in place to prevent the spread of COVID.
MegaCon Orlando is bringing some mega crowds to the Orange County Convention Center. Organizers say they have some new rules in place to prevent the spread of COVID.
Police say woman on Zoom call fatally shot by toddler
A woman on a Zoom call is believed to have been fatally shot by a toddler who found a loaded handgun, which was left unsecured, police say.
A woman on a Zoom call is believed to have been fatally shot by a toddler who found a loaded handgun, which was left unsecured, police say.
Volusia County retiree says stolen identity used to claim unemployment
A Pierson woman says her identity was stolen and used to file a fraudulent employment claim in her name.
A Pierson woman says her identity was stolen and used to file a fraudulent employment claim in her name.
Polk sheriff: Murder suspect, wife illegally towed vehicles belonging to 'poor, hardworking' residents
The owners of a Mulberry towing company – a husband and wife – are facing charges after illegally towing vehicles from a mobile home park, according to Polk County detectives. One of those owners was previously charged with murder.
The owners of a Mulberry towing company – a husband and wife – are facing charges after illegally towing vehicles from a mobile home park, according to Polk County detectives. One of those owners was previously charged with murder.
State attorney releases new video in Othal Wallace case
New video released by the state attorney’s office shows the chaotic night Daytona Beach Police Officer Jason Raynor was shot.
New video released by the state attorney’s office shows the chaotic night Daytona Beach Police Officer Jason Raynor was shot.