Student honored for saving teacher's life following stroke

A fourth-grader at Altoona Charter Elementary School in Lake County was honored Wednesday for saving her teacher’s life when he had a stroke during class.

Buccaneers release full 2021-22 schedule

The Buccaneers play three games during the preseason, starting August 14 and then 17 regular-season games, starting with a home game against the Dallas Cowboys on September 9.

Florida wildlife officials eye shark encounters

State wildlife officials are trying to better understand increased encounters between sharks and people fishing in Florida waters.

Groups challenge constitutionality of Florida's new protest law

Arguing that a new law is intended to “suppress the viewpoints of Black-led organizations and their allies,” a coalition of groups Tuesday challenged the constitutionality of changes championed by Gov. Ron DeSantis to crack down on violent protests.

College athlete pay rules move forward in Florida

With a Florida law set to go into effect July 1 to allow college athletes to profit from their names, images and likenesses, the state university system’s Board of Governors has begun the process of adopting regulations to carry it out.

DeSantis signs bill to majorly expand Florida's private school voucher program

Florida's school voucher program will be significantly expanded after Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a bill Tuesday that increases eligibility to attend private schools at public expense.

Daytona International Speedway says Coke Zero 400 will be full capacity

The Daytona International Speedway said there will be no restrictions for the number of fans allowed at the Coke Zero 400 in late August.

Florida Silver Alert canceled after missing Belleview woman found safe

A Florida Silver Alert has been canceled. Betty Jean Gregg, 80, was reported missing, last seen on Sunday evening. A spokesman with the Marion County Sheriff's Office said she has been located and is safe.

Body found in St. Johns County believed to be that of missing teen

Investigators with the St. Johns Sheriff's Office say a body has been located which preliminarily matches the description of a missing teenager.

Florida's ballot initiatives bill challenged by ACLU

Just a day after Gov. Ron DeSantis signed the bill, the American Civil Liberties Union of Florida filed a constitutional challenge Saturday to a measure that would limit contributions to political committees backing ballot initiatives.