Marvel actor Dave Bautista adopts neglected puppy from Tampa shelter

A neglected puppy who needed surgery after she was found with a metal chain embedded in her neck now has a real-life superhero as her new "dad": Marvel actor and former WWE wrestler Dave Bautista.

Video shows 'combat' between 2 male Northern Cottonmouth snakes

A wildlife technician with the Georgia Department of Natural Resources recently came upon an epic battle that was unfolding in a Bulloch County swamp.

Standoff ends after Hillsborough County deputy shot by barricaded man in Brandon

A Hillsborough County deputy is expected to make a full recovery after being shot by a suspect who barricaded himself in a Brandon home for seven hours Friday as deputies pleaded with him to surrender peacefully.  

Where can I get the Pfizer COVID-19 booster shot?

The CDC on Thursday endorsed Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine booster shots for millions of older or otherwise vulnerable Americans.

Temporary injunction stopping vaccine mandates give workers relief

A temporary injunction is giving all workers hope that there could be a choice when it comes to the coronavirus vaccine.

COVID-19 vaccine booster: Who is eligible for 3rd Pfizer shot?

Millions of Americans are now eligible to receive a Pfizer booster shot to help increase their protection against the worst effects of the coronavirus.

Central Florida dog rescue sees increase in abuse and neglect cases

A four-month-old puppy that was found in a dumpster Thursday morning next to a store on West Colonial Drive has died. Rebecca Lynch, President of Poodles and Pooch Pet Rescue, says she’s seen an uptick in this type of animal abuse since the coronavirus pandemic started

Florida teen finds rare gold coin during treasure dive

A Florida teenager recently made a spectacular find while on an ocean dive: a rare gold coin believed to be from the 1715 Spanish Treasure Fleet.

Tennessee Kroger shooting: Police say 13 injured, 1 killed, shooter dead

Thirteen people were shot and one victim was killed after a suspect opened fire in a Kroger supermarket in Collierville, Tennessee, according to law enforcement.

Brian Laundrie arrest warrant cites 'unauthorized' debit card use after Gabby Petito death

Indictment documents released by the FBI along with an arrest warrant for Brian Laundrie cited alleged "‘Use of Unauthorized Access Devices’ related to Mr. Laundrie’s activities following the death of Gabrielle Petito."

Florida couple welcomes newborn with Mandalorian-themed photoshoot

While building a nursery for the newborn, the couple said that a great idea for a photoshoot came to mind: the Mandalorian and Grogu.

Neighbors: Brian Laundrie, parents went on trip with new camper after Gabby disappeared

Neighbors told Fox News Wednesday that the Laundrie family – Christopher and Roberta Laundrie and their son, Brian – appeared to go on a trip in a new camper about a week after Brian got back to Florida in Gabby Petito's van. 

Quarantine rules dropped for Florida students exposed to COVID-19

Governor Ron DeSantis and Florida’s new state Surgeon General Dr. Joseph Lapado signed a new emergency rule on Wednesday aimed at keeping students in school. 

After just one day on the job, firefighter puts training into action

Jacob Perez had had just completed his first shift as a firefighter after graduating two days earlier. He was headed home when he came across a terrible crash but sprung into action while off duty, rendering aid until responding Clermont units arrived.

Brian Laundrie search in Sarasota County park concludes for evening following FBI raid at Florida home

The only person of interest in Gabby Petito’s case has yet to be found, and now that investigators believe they have found her body, their efforts to track down Brian Laundrie have since intensified in the "unforgiving terrain" near his home.

DeSantis taps doctor, researcher as new surgeon general

Physician and researcher Joseph Ladapo was named Florida surgeon general on Tuesday, calling for being "done with fear" amid the COVID-19 pandemic that has killed more than 51,000 of the state’s residents.

Hospital administrators ask lawmakers for help amid staffing crisis

Hospital administrators on Monday gave House committees a glimpse into the challenges facing health care professionals, describing efforts to re-imagine how care is delivered amid a nursing shortage and sizable financial hit from the COVID-19 pandemic.