'Drag & Donuts' event at Florida school canceled after state questions appropriateness
A Florida high school organization's after-school event, dubbed "Drag & Donuts," has been canceled following intervention by state officials, according to the school's principal.
A Florida high school organization's after-school event, dubbed "Drag & Donuts," has been canceled following intervention by state officials, according to the school's principal.
UCF professor files lawsuit against Florida university; defends his controversial tweets
A professor at the University of Central Florida who sent controversial tweets on race and ethnicity in 2020, has filed a lawsuit against UCF.
A professor at the University of Central Florida who sent controversial tweets on race and ethnicity in 2020, has filed a lawsuit against UCF.
Gun-toting Florida dad rushes to daughter's apartment, turns tables on her abusive ex: police
A Florida dad shot his daughter's abusive ex-boyfriend dead after the man allegedly assaulted her in her apartment – then came back for more, according to police.
A Florida dad shot his daughter's abusive ex-boyfriend dead after the man allegedly assaulted her in her apartment – then came back for more, according to police.
WATCH: Armed suspect in devil mask tries to enter Florida strip club, gets tackled by security
Police in Florida say "dozens of lives" were saved by alert security guards at a gentleman's club who took down an armed man wearing a red devil mask who was trying to get in.
Police in Florida say "dozens of lives" were saved by alert security guards at a gentleman's club who took down an armed man wearing a red devil mask who was trying to get in.
Daytona Beach police make arrest in reported hit-and-run incident that injured toddler
Daytona Beach police officers have made an arrest in a reported hit-and-run incident that left a young girl seriously injured.
Daytona Beach police officers have made an arrest in a reported hit-and-run incident that left a young girl seriously injured.
Possible indictment of Donald Trump could be very consequential, UCF professor says
The possible indictment of the former president is bringing a lot of attention to Florida. It comes not only because Trump is a Florida resident, but also because Gov. Ron DeSantis is thought by many to be one of Trump’s biggest potential rivals in the 2024 presidential race, although DeSantis has not officially announced his candidacy.
The possible indictment of the former president is bringing a lot of attention to Florida. It comes not only because Trump is a Florida resident, but also because Gov. Ron DeSantis is thought by many to be one of Trump’s biggest potential rivals in the 2024 presidential race, although DeSantis has not officially announced his candidacy.
Orlando Weather Forecast: Mixed skies, warm temps in Central Florida
Looks like another beautiful weather day all across Central Florida on Wednesday. Expect highs inland to reach the low 80s, with mid-to-upper 70s along the beaches.
Looks like another beautiful weather day all across Central Florida on Wednesday. Expect highs inland to reach the low 80s, with mid-to-upper 70s along the beaches.
Watch: Mons Venus security guard fights off man in devil mask trying to get into club with gun
An armed suspect wearing a devil mask was stopped by security guards, from barging into Tampa's Mons Venus strip club early Sunday morning. Tampa police said their quick-thinking and relentless pursuit of the armed man may have saved many lives.
An armed suspect wearing a devil mask was stopped by security guards, from barging into Tampa's Mons Venus strip club early Sunday morning. Tampa police said their quick-thinking and relentless pursuit of the armed man may have saved many lives.
Deadly fungal infection C. auris spreading at 'alarming rate,' CDC says
The CDC called C. auris an urgent threat because it’s often resistant to antifungal drugs and spreads easily in healthcare facilities.
The CDC called C. auris an urgent threat because it’s often resistant to antifungal drugs and spreads easily in healthcare facilities.
Some Gerber infant formulas recalled over bacteria concerns
The Gerber formula is being recalled out of an abundance of caution due to the potential presence of a common bacteria.
The Gerber formula is being recalled out of an abundance of caution due to the potential presence of a common bacteria.
Selena Gomez makes history as 1st woman to reach 400 million Instagram followers
The actress and singer passed Kylie Jenner as the most-followed woman on the popular social media platform.
The actress and singer passed Kylie Jenner as the most-followed woman on the popular social media platform.
Florida burglary suspect was inside home for nearly 2 hours as family slept, resident says
A Central Florida man who was on probation for a burglary charge is behind bars again after being caught on camera, accused of stealing items from a home while the family slept.
A Central Florida man who was on probation for a burglary charge is behind bars again after being caught on camera, accused of stealing items from a home while the family slept.
Orlando Weather Forecast: Another cool night before temperatures start to climb across Central Florida
Expect sunshine and cool temperatures on the first day of spring across Central Florida.
Expect sunshine and cool temperatures on the first day of spring across Central Florida.
Saving the planet by eating one venomous lionfish at a time
For decades, lionfish have been wreaking havoc along the Atlantic and Gulf coasts by preying on native species. To help fight the onslaught of lionfish, the predator has been turned into the prey, as humans are consuming lionfish to help reduce their numbers.
For decades, lionfish have been wreaking havoc along the Atlantic and Gulf coasts by preying on native species. To help fight the onslaught of lionfish, the predator has been turned into the prey, as humans are consuming lionfish to help reduce their numbers.
Florida lawmakers debate fate of film, entertainment office
Lawmakers questioned the fate of an office that seeks to bolster the entertainment industry in Florida, as the House moves to eliminate the state’s business-recruitment agency and a series of economic-development programs.
Lawmakers questioned the fate of an office that seeks to bolster the entertainment industry in Florida, as the House moves to eliminate the state’s business-recruitment agency and a series of economic-development programs.
Orlando International Airport sees 13% jump in spring break travelers over 2022
Spring break in Central Florida means sand, surf, sun, and often crowds at Orlando International Airport (MCO). Travelers say it's amazing how many people there are.
Spring break in Central Florida means sand, surf, sun, and often crowds at Orlando International Airport (MCO). Travelers say it's amazing how many people there are.
COVID-19 pandemic expected to end this year 'as a public health emergency,' says World Health Organization
Optimism declared about declining deaths, though WHO falls short of declaring end of emergency now.
Optimism declared about declining deaths, though WHO falls short of declaring end of emergency now.
10 recalled items you may have that could injure you
If you own any of these recalled products, officials urge you to stop using them.
If you own any of these recalled products, officials urge you to stop using them.
Watch: Paralyzed deputy regains movement, walks daughter down the aisle
Master Deputy Harold ‘Hal’ Davis was injured a year ago after a freak accident left him temporarily paralyzed, according to the Orange County Sheriff’s Office.
Master Deputy Harold ‘Hal’ Davis was injured a year ago after a freak accident left him temporarily paralyzed, according to the Orange County Sheriff’s Office.
How warm will spring be? NOAA seasonal outlook shows who can pack up those winter coats
Pack up those winter coats. Spring is almost here.
Pack up those winter coats. Spring is almost here.