Seminole County family searching for special needs son's comfort dog
A Seminole County family is spending New Year’s Eve searching for their special needs son’s comfort dog. The French Bulldog is a companion to a 7-year-old boy who is non-verbal.
A Seminole County family is spending New Year’s Eve searching for their special needs son’s comfort dog. The French Bulldog is a companion to a 7-year-old boy who is non-verbal.
Florida sets new record for single-day COVID-19 cases, approaching 76,000
Florida has reported 75,962 new COVID-19 cases on Friday, which breaks previous records for new, single-day cases documented in the state.
Florida has reported 75,962 new COVID-19 cases on Friday, which breaks previous records for new, single-day cases documented in the state.
Soldier reunites with daughter during Indiana Pacers game: ‘heartwarming surprise’
Aaron Kern, who was assigned to Operation Allies Welcome at Camp Atterbury, broke down with emotion after reuniting with his daughter at an NBA game.
Aaron Kern, who was assigned to Operation Allies Welcome at Camp Atterbury, broke down with emotion after reuniting with his daughter at an NBA game.
FAA warns of potential flight delays due to increased COVID cases among employees
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is warning that travelers may face delays in the coming days due to an increased number of employees testing positive for COVID-19 -- at a time when Americans have been dogged by flight cancellations due to the ongoing pandemic.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is warning that travelers may face delays in the coming days due to an increased number of employees testing positive for COVID-19 -- at a time when Americans have been dogged by flight cancellations due to the ongoing pandemic.
Daytona Beach celebrates 15 years of NYE on Main Street
Main Street in Daytona Beach expects thousands to watch the ball drop at midnight. The event, lost to COVID-19 last year, has made a triumphant return.
Main Street in Daytona Beach expects thousands to watch the ball drop at midnight. The event, lost to COVID-19 last year, has made a triumphant return.
Remember Betty White with these free-streaming Tubi movies, TV series
Whether it’s a funny film or heartwarming television series, you’ll find the perfect movie to honor and remember the iconic actress, Betty White.
Whether it’s a funny film or heartwarming television series, you’ll find the perfect movie to honor and remember the iconic actress, Betty White.
New Year’s Day: Which stores, restaurants will be closed?
Many grocery stores, drug stores, gas stations and restaurants will have limited hours on New Year’s Day, and some businesses will even be closed.
Many grocery stores, drug stores, gas stations and restaurants will have limited hours on New Year’s Day, and some businesses will even be closed.
Remembering Betty White: Social media reaction pours in after icon’s death
Betty White’s death comes just a few weeks before turning 100. Celebrities reacted to White’s passing on social media.
Betty White’s death comes just a few weeks before turning 100. Celebrities reacted to White’s passing on social media.
Pasco sheriff: Uber driver located, cooperating after suspected kidnapping
Pasco County deputies say they have located an Uber driver who was suspected of kidnapping after a passenger called 911 to report a person hiding under a blanket in the back seat.
Pasco County deputies say they have located an Uber driver who was suspected of kidnapping after a passenger called 911 to report a person hiding under a blanket in the back seat.
Universal Orlando updates face mask policy, with new rules effective Friday
Universal Orlando Resort is once again implementing a face mask policy change for park guests and employees.
Universal Orlando Resort is once again implementing a face mask policy change for park guests and employees.
Signs of progress in Florida’s toxic water crisis
Polluted water feeds massive blooms of cyanobacteria that infest Lake Okeechobee and emit cyanotoxins, which are some of the most potent natural poisons on Earth. New efforts to solve it could make a big difference in the coming years.
Polluted water feeds massive blooms of cyanobacteria that infest Lake Okeechobee and emit cyanotoxins, which are some of the most potent natural poisons on Earth. New efforts to solve it could make a big difference in the coming years.
Lawmaker wants tougher penalties for reckless drivers
Under current law, a reckless driver who causes an accident isn't usually charged with a crime -- as long as they remain at the scene. State Senator Jason Pizzo says the law isn't working and it fails to hold dangerous drivers accountable.
Under current law, a reckless driver who causes an accident isn't usually charged with a crime -- as long as they remain at the scene. State Senator Jason Pizzo says the law isn't working and it fails to hold dangerous drivers accountable.
COVID-19 at-home test kit purchases capped at CVS, other stores
Customers seeking at-home COVID-19 test kits from CVS stores will be limited to no more than six, according to a company spokesperson.
Customers seeking at-home COVID-19 test kits from CVS stores will be limited to no more than six, according to a company spokesperson.
Researchers say COVID surge expected in Florida, peaking in February
With Floridians lining up by the tens of thousands for COVID tests across the state this week, University of Florida researchers predict that cases in the Sunshine State, driven by the new omicron variant, could peak in February with more than 30,000 reported cases a day.
With Floridians lining up by the tens of thousands for COVID tests across the state this week, University of Florida researchers predict that cases in the Sunshine State, driven by the new omicron variant, could peak in February with more than 30,000 reported cases a day.
Deputies investigate death of man set on fire in Lake County
Authorities in Lake County are investigating a death after it was discovered that a man's body was set on fire at a car wash.
Authorities in Lake County are investigating a death after it was discovered that a man's body was set on fire at a car wash.
Some fan ditching Gasparilla Bowl tickets due to rise in COVID cases
With COVID-19 cases rising, some fans are second-guessing their plans for Gasparilla Bowl. But, not all plan to let it stop them from cheering on their team in person.
With COVID-19 cases rising, some fans are second-guessing their plans for Gasparilla Bowl. But, not all plan to let it stop them from cheering on their team in person.
Federal judge weighs pregame prayer dispute in Florida
A federal judge heard arguments Tuesday in a more than five-year legal battle over whether the Florida High School Athletic Association violated a Christian school’s free-speech rights by preventing a prayer from being read over a loudspeaker before a football game.
A federal judge heard arguments Tuesday in a more than five-year legal battle over whether the Florida High School Athletic Association violated a Christian school’s free-speech rights by preventing a prayer from being read over a loudspeaker before a football game.
Florida lawmaker proposes military service as alternative to jail time
Certain criminal offenders could opt for a hitch in the military over jail time, under a proposal filed for the upcoming legislative session in Florida.
Certain criminal offenders could opt for a hitch in the military over jail time, under a proposal filed for the upcoming legislative session in Florida.
Massive brawl breaks out at Miami airport, suspects nabbed after biting cop's head
Two suspects were arrested and charged in the case
Two suspects were arrested and charged in the case
Polk detectives search for ‘Grinch’ who broke into home, stole children’s gifts from under Christmas tree
Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd said deputies are trying to track down the man who kicked down the front door of a single mother’s home and gifts meant for her two girls.
Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd said deputies are trying to track down the man who kicked down the front door of a single mother’s home and gifts meant for her two girls.