‘Something absolutely terrible’: Man describes rescuing women in alleged brick attack

Daytona Beach police arrested a man accused of attacking a group of women in the tourist area Monday morning. Dylan Burst said he was on his way to work around 8:30 a.m. when he saw two women run onto the median of A1A near Main Street.

Iguanas, pythons and wild pigs: Florida's invasive species fiasco

Giant lizards, wild boars, coyotes, and pythons are all just part of a regular day on the job for wildlife trapper James Dean. He said these invasive animals have wreaked havoc in the Sunshine State.

Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine for children ages 12-15 could be approved in May

There has been a lot of talk about vaccinating children against COVID-19, and now researchers say that day might be here sooner than you think.

Florida lawmakers revive, pass transgender athlete ban

With Democrats decrying the “eleventh-hour” move, the Florida House and Senate on Wednesday revived and passed a controversial plan that would ban transgender female athletes from competing on high-school girls’ and college women’s sports teams.

Florida House backs social-media crackdown in 78-4 vote

After a debate that focused on free speech and former President Donald Trump, the Florida House on Wednesday overwhelmingly passed a proposal that would crack down on social-media giants that block users from their platforms.

5,178 new Florida coronavirus cases reported Wednesday; 72 new deaths

The Florida Department of Health reported 5,178 new COVID-19 cases on Wednesday, raising the statewide infection total to 2,222,546.

Florida House passes bill to permanently ban COVID-19 'vaccine passports'

The Florida House on Wednesday approved a measure that would limit local emergency orders and make permanent Gov. Ron DeSantis’ executive order barring COVID-19 vaccine “passports.”

New venomous species of tarantula-like spider discovered in South Florida

A venomous, tarantula-like spider discovered in South Florida in 2012 has been identified as a new species of medium-sized trapdoor spiders, according to experts.

Florida lawmakers give boost to guns in church

A proposal that would let people with concealed weapons licenses pack heat at churches or other religious institutions that share properties with schools is heading to Gov. Ron DeSantis.

Pumpkin the sea turtle released back into the sea, Florida zoo says

The Brevard Zoo said that Pumpkin the sea turtle first arrived at their sea turtle healing center in October 2020 after being seen stranded.

SeaWorld Orlando, Busch Gardens offer free admission to veterans

The theme park said that the program offers former military personnel and up to three guests free one-day admission to SeaWorld Orlando. 

5,271 new Florida coronavirus cases reported Tuesday; 46 new deaths

The Florida Department of Health reported 5,271 new COVID-19 cases on Tuesday, raising the statewide infection total to 2,217,368.

Novavax seeks children 12-17 for paid COVID-19 vaccine clinical trial

Novavax Inc. is awaiting approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for emergency use authorization of its COVID-19 vaccine. In Central Florida, the company is starting paid clinical trials in DeLand and Lakeland to see how effective the same vaccine is on teenagers.

3,513 new Florida coronavirus cases reported Monday; 64 new deaths

The Florida Department of Health reported 3,513 new COVID-19 cases on Monday, raising the statewide infection total to 2,212,097.