Florida midterm elections: Over 3 million have cast ballots with Republicans leading Democrats

More than 3 million Floridians have cast ballots in the Nov. 8 elections, with Republicans continuing to have an edge over Democrats, according to data posted Tuesday morning on the state Division of Elections website.

Iconic killer doll 'Chucky' coming to Universal Studios' Halloween Horror Nights 2023

Universal Studios has announced the first haunted house of its 2023 Halloween Horror Nights lineup will feature "Chucky," the iconic killer doll inspired by the hit series on the USA & SYFY networks. The house will be showcased at both Universal Orlando Resort and Universal Studios Hollywood.

Republicans outpace Democrats in Florida's early voting

More than 2.77 million Florida voters had cast ballots as of Monday morning, with registered Republicans outpacing Democrats, according to data posted on the state Division of Elections website.

Florida boy, 5, dies day after being hurt in morning DUI crash; Driver charged with DUI manslaughter: FHP

Suspected DUI driver Daksh Wadhwa is facing DUI manslaughter after a 5-year-old Florida boy who was the passenger of a car he crashed into Saturday morning, has died, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

Halloween freebies, deals: Here's where you can get free food on October 31

It’s no tricks and all treats at many U.S. restaurants and stores on Halloween 2022. Here are some of the places to get free food and deals today.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness: Monday is last day to apply for limited waiver

Oct. 31, 2022, is the last day to apply for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness waiver, which allows borrowers to receive credit for past periods of repayment that would otherwise not qualify.

Most plastic recycling ends up in the trash, Greenpeace report finds

"Unlike with paper or metals, there are two insurmountable barriers that prevent plastic recycling from ever working at scale: toxicity and economics," Greenpeace report says.

Ethan Crumbley, accused Oxford High School mass shooter pleads guilty to murder, terrorism

The 16-year-old accepted guilt to four counts of murder, one count of terrorism, seven counts of assault with intent to murder, and 12 counts of possession of a firearm while in the commission of a felony.

Daytona Beach businesses hope for trouble-free 'Trucktoberfest'

Daytona Beach's unsanctioned “Trucktoberfest” kicks off this weekend, and businesses hope truckers heard law enforcement's message loud and clear about coming into town this weekend.

Florida deaths from Hurricane Ian reach 114, FDLE reports

Medical examiners have confirmed 114 deaths from Hurricane Ian, 11 of which have been reported in Central Florida.

NASA announces members of its scientific team to study UFOs

NASA has selected 16 people who will spend nine months researching how much information is publicly available about UFOs, and how much more is needed to better understand unexplained sightings.

This weekend’s college football on FOX: Top-10 teams clash in Week 8 doubleheader

A win this weekend for these division rivals can go a long way toward controlling their destiny to win the conference while improving their odds of making the playoffs.

Florida motorists receive $4.3M in toll breaks in September through SunPass Savings program

The Florida Department of Transportation reported Thursday that 361,000 SunPass users saved $4.3 million in September under a discount offered to frequent users of toll roads.

DeSantis calls for special session to provide property tax relief for Hurricane Ian victims

Gov. DeSantis is calling for a special legislative session to provide property tax relief to Hurricane Ian victims. He says in the meantime, he will issue an executive order until lawmakers can act, which would delay property tax payments on any properties that were destroyed or made uninhabitable in 26 Florida counties designated for FEMA disaster assistance.