Search and rescue team of specialists from Alachua and Marion counties return from Ian recovery

A 27-member team comprised of search and rescue specialists from Alachua and Marion counties has returned following a two-week mission to assist in rescue and recovery efforts in Southwest Florida.

Florida GOP lawmakers seek shield in congressional redistricting fight

Six lawmakers, including House Speaker Chris Sprowls, and legislative staff members have asked a judge for a protective order that would shield them from testifying in a lawsuit about the constitutionality of a new congressional redistricting plan.

Group suing Gov. DeSantis over migrant flight records

An open-government group Monday filed a lawsuit seeking to force Gov. Ron DeSantis’ administration to release additional records about a controversial decision last month to fly migrants from Texas to Martha’s Vineyard in Massachusetts.

Central Florida chiropractor accused of sexual battery of patient

A licensed chiropractor in Florida was arrested by Orlando police on accusations he used his role to touch one of his patients inappropriately.

Florida man, 94, found clever way to escape attic after Hurricane Ian floodwaters trapped him inside

A 94-year-old Florida man had to come up with a clever way to exit his attic after floodwaters during Hurricane Ian left him trapped inside, according to the Lake County Sheriff's Office.

Nonprofit K9s United accepting preorders for Florida-approved specialty license plate

A national nonprofit dedicated to supporting law enforcement K9 units with equipment and training is accepting preorders for its Florida-approved specialty license plate.

Seminole Tribe puts another $1M behind Gov. DeSantis

After giving $1 million in August, the Seminole Tribe of Florida last week contributed another $1 million to the Friends of Ron DeSantis political committee, according to a newly filed finance report.

Blown-out windows due to Ian leave Daytona Beach businesses vulnerable

A string of businesses at Pappa's Plaza along South Atlantic Avenue in Daytona Beach was hit particularly hard. The plaza was home to Stroud's BBQ, Tres Leches Cafe restaurants, Aloha Laundry, and Carmine's Pizzeria.

Nebraska GOP senator likely to resign to take job as UF president

A committee leading the search for a new University of Florida president announced Thursday that it put forward Republican U.S. Sen. Ben Sasse of Nebraska as the lone finalist to lead the state’s flagship university.

‘Hunter’s Moon’ 2022: How to watch this epic celestial wonder

This isn’t your typical moon, either. Because the Hunter’s Moon rises lower than usual from the horizon, it will appear much larger and more orange due to an effect known as the “moon illusion.”

How to watch the annual Draconid meteor shower

It might be hard to watch the celestial event however because the full Hunter's Moon, which peaks on the same nights is expected to outshine the shooting stars.

Divers inspecting Flagler Beach pier for damage after Hurricane Ian

Divers are inspecting the Flagler Beach pier for any structural or underwater damage it may have received by Hurricane Ian.

American flag found in Florida river after Hurricane Ian now flies high above water

A U.S. flag now flies high and dry above the St. Johns River after it was rescued from the swollen river by Central Florida deputies during the aftermath of Hurricane Ian. 

Couple FOX 35 News crew met during Ian rescue shows us flood damage to home

A grandmother we met as she was rescued during Hurricane Ian invited us into her home, as she and her husband clean up the damage from catastrophic flooding in Osceola County.