50 years ago, Hurricane Agnes killed 122 people, caused $2 billion-plus in damages
This week marks the 50th anniversary of the historic, deadly flooding spawned by Hurricane Agnes and its remnants in June 1972 across the eastern U.S., including the hardest-hit states of Pennsylvania and New York.
Federal judge weighs arguments on race-related instruction law
A federal judge is expected to decide this week whether to block a new state law that would restrict the way certain race-related concepts can be taught in public schools and in workplace training.
Lawsuit filed by Gabby Petito's family against Laundrie's parents will head to court for the first time
A lawsuit filed by the parents of Gabby Petito against the parents of her suspected killer, Brian Laundrie, will head to court for the first time Wednesday. Attorneys for Laundrie's parents, Christopher and Roberta Laundrie, will be asking a judge to dismiss the lawsuit.
Red Air flight catches fire after landing gear collapses at Miami International Airport
A Red Air flight from the Dominican Republic caught fire after its landing gear collapsed upon landing at Miami International Airport Tuesday afternoon, the airport said in a statement.
Polk man convicted of murder in death of woman he intentionally ran over with church van
A jury convicted 20-year-old Elijah Stansell of first-degree murder for the death of beloved Polk City librarian Suzette Penton, who died in 2020 after she was intentionally run over by a van. Stansell was behind the wheel and trying to flee after he and several other teens had attacked the victim's son.
Florida man credits $2 million winning lottery ticket to pregnant dog
A Florida man is crediting his tiny, pregnant dog named Ivy for helping him become a millionaire, according to the Florida Lottery.
Florida fights attempt to block state's new abortion law
Several abortion clinics have filed a lawsuit to challenge Florida's new abortion law and get a temporary injunction to keep it from taking effect July 1st. Under current law, Florida allows abortions up to 24 weeks. The new law will prevent abortions from being performed in the state after 15 weeks – reducing the amount of time by more than two months.
Orlando FreeFall owners hope to reopen Slingshot ride at ICON Park once it receives 'necessary approvals'
The company that owns Orlando FreeFall – a 430-foot drop tower ride that a 14-year-old boy fell from and died in March 2022 – intends to reopen one of its rides once it receives the "necessary approvals" from the Florida Department of Agriculture.
Florida one of America's least patriotic states, study says
A new study says Florida is one of the least patriotic states in the country, coming in at 47 out of 50 – only beating Rhode Island, New York, and Arkansas.
First day of summer is June 21: The science behind the summer solstice
Summer officially begins in the Northern Hemisphere on June 21 with the summer solstice, the day with the greatest amount of possible daylight and the shortest night.
Homeowner shoots attempted burglary suspect who entered Leesburg home, police say
A Leesburg homeowner shot a would-be burglar who entered a residence on Flora View Lane Monday morning, according to police.
'Death trap': Tyre Sampson's dad, Yarnell, again demands Orlando FreeFall permanently close after son's death
The father of Tyre Sampson, the 14-year-old who fell to his death from the Orlando Freefall ride in March, is calling for a public apology and for a permanent memorial to be erected at ICON Park for his son.
Florida IHOP shooting: $5K reward offered in search for suspect in deadly DeBary restaurant shooting
Deputies with the Volusia County Sheriff's Office have obtained a warrant for the arrest of a man said to be involved in a deadly shooting outside an IHOP restaurant Friday evening in DeBary.
Disney offering opportunity to win four-night cruise this summer
Disney Cruise Line is offering a four-day cruise to the Bahamas for one lucky winner
Juneteenth: The significance of the holiday and why it's celebrated and commemorated
“The holiday is important to reflect on freedom and reflect on who we are as a nation and who we want to be as a nation,” a museum curator explains.
Danielle Redlick verdict: Jurors find Winter Park woman not guilty of killing husband
Danielle Redlick was accused of stabbing her stepfather-turned-husband, Michael Redlick, to death in their Winter Park home in 2019.
Crime and policing are front and center in Florida Senate battle
Democratic Rep. Val Demings, a former Orlando police chief, calls the idea of defunding the police "just crazy" in a new campaign commercial that started running this week, as she challenges Republican Sen. Marco Rubio of Florida in a high profile, high-stakes, and expensive Senate race.
Florida men arrested after dispute with teen boys in Sanford neighborhood
Two Florida men were arrested after a dispute with two teenage boys over speeding in the Sanford neighborhood of Lake Forest.
This weekend’s USFL games: Regular season concludes in Week 10 with playoff-bound teams in action
A division-winning team seeks to end the regular season on a high note with a win for some momentum heading into the playoffs.
Disney delaying relocation of employees from California to Florida
The Walt Disney Company said the timeline to move around 2,000 high-paying jobs from California to Orlando, Florida's Lake Nona community has been delayed.