Video: Men catch shark at Florida beach, stab it in the head -- here's why it's legal
Fishing for sharks is legal in Florida, though a new video making the rounds on the internet is sparking conversation – and outrage – about the practice.
Fishing for sharks is legal in Florida, though a new video making the rounds on the internet is sparking conversation – and outrage – about the practice.
What's causing increase in jellyfish on Florida beaches? Strong wind, ocean currents to blame
A wave of jellyfish stings is ruining the final days of the summer 2022 beach season in Central Florida.
A wave of jellyfish stings is ruining the final days of the summer 2022 beach season in Central Florida.
Teen with rare, incurable disease becomes queen of own prom
Amaria Granger, 13, had aspirations to walk a red carpet before she was diagnosed with Niemann Pick Disease Type C. But her mother said she won’t allow the disease to rob her daughter of her dream.
Amaria Granger, 13, had aspirations to walk a red carpet before she was diagnosed with Niemann Pick Disease Type C. But her mother said she won’t allow the disease to rob her daughter of her dream.
Dogs can cry tears of joy when reunited with owner, study finds
Researchers have found another reason why the bond between humans and dogs is so special.
Researchers have found another reason why the bond between humans and dogs is so special.
Trump files motion seeking independent review of docs seized during FBI search on Mar-a-Lago
Former President Trump on Monday filed a motion seeking an independent review of the documents seized from his Mar-a-Lago estate during an FBI search earlier this month.
Former President Trump on Monday filed a motion seeking an independent review of the documents seized from his Mar-a-Lago estate during an FBI search earlier this month.
The Webb telescope found 20 new exoplanetary systems. Here’s how you can help name them
The James Webb — the world’s largest and most powerful telescope — launched in December 2021 and traveled a million miles to its final destination.
The James Webb — the world’s largest and most powerful telescope — launched in December 2021 and traveled a million miles to its final destination.
Mom dies following lightning strike near elementary school that also injured her child and teen
Three people, including a mother and her child, were struck by lightning in Winter Springs Thursday afternoon. The Winter Springs Police Department said the mother later passed from her injuries, though her daughter was expected to make a full recovery.
Three people, including a mother and her child, were struck by lightning in Winter Springs Thursday afternoon. The Winter Springs Police Department said the mother later passed from her injuries, though her daughter was expected to make a full recovery.
Half of Americans think marijuana is bad for society, poll finds
Nearly half of American adults, 48%, report ever trying marijuana. That’s up from 4% when Gallup first asked about it 1969.
Nearly half of American adults, 48%, report ever trying marijuana. That’s up from 4% when Gallup first asked about it 1969.
Orlando weather forecast: Central Florida could see strong, severe storms Wednesday night
STAY WEATHER AWARE: Storm coverage is on the rise across Central Florida on Wednesday.
STAY WEATHER AWARE: Storm coverage is on the rise across Central Florida on Wednesday.
Orlando FreeFall death: Tyre Sampson's family celebrates late teen's 15th birthday, to file bill in his name
The family of Tyre Sampson, the teenager who died after falling from the Orlando FreeFall ride at ICON Park, came together Wednesday afternoon to celebrate his life on what would have been his 15th birthday.
The family of Tyre Sampson, the teenager who died after falling from the Orlando FreeFall ride at ICON Park, came together Wednesday afternoon to celebrate his life on what would have been his 15th birthday.
Florida man who shot, killed girlfriend may have been aiming at her ex-boyfriend, police say
The manhunt for a Daytona Beach murder suspect ended hours after a deadly shooting in an alleged love triangle. Police captured Chad Keene, 37, near U.S. Highway 1 in Ormond Beach late Tuesday afternoon.
The manhunt for a Daytona Beach murder suspect ended hours after a deadly shooting in an alleged love triangle. Police captured Chad Keene, 37, near U.S. Highway 1 in Ormond Beach late Tuesday afternoon.
Gov. DeSantis touts proposals amid Florida teacher shortage
Gov. Ron DeSantis will propose a slate of bills for the 2023 legislative session designed to bolster school districts' efforts to recruit teachers after students returned to classes last week amid a scarcity of educators.
Gov. Ron DeSantis will propose a slate of bills for the 2023 legislative session designed to bolster school districts' efforts to recruit teachers after students returned to classes last week amid a scarcity of educators.
Gator bites: Massive alligator makes a meal out of smaller alligator
Video recorded by a paddleboarder in Florida shows a massive alligator having another gator as a snack.
Video recorded by a paddleboarder in Florida shows a massive alligator having another gator as a snack.
Security costs for Gov. DeSantis and family increase, 25% during past year
The costs of protecting Gov. Ron DeSantis, his family, the governor’s mansion and visiting dignitaries were up more than 25 percent during the past year, according to a new state report.
The costs of protecting Gov. Ron DeSantis, his family, the governor’s mansion and visiting dignitaries were up more than 25 percent during the past year, according to a new state report.
Could a 2024 White House bid affect DeSantis' gubernatorial run? Strategists say it could
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has been strategic in deflecting any 2024 presidential talk as he endeavors in his gubernatorial re-election campaign in the Sunshine State.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has been strategic in deflecting any 2024 presidential talk as he endeavors in his gubernatorial re-election campaign in the Sunshine State.
Alligator attacks, kills 88-year-old woman in South Carolina
The Beaufort County Coroner's Office says it believes the victim slipped into a pond located in the Sun City development and was attacked by the alligator earlier this week.
The Beaufort County Coroner's Office says it believes the victim slipped into a pond located in the Sun City development and was attacked by the alligator earlier this week.
Florida college student shot, killed in Alabama stopped to help woman claiming she needed help, officials say
A Florida college student was shot and killed on Sunday in Alabama trying to protect himself and his girlfriend after they were apparently tricked and held at gunpoint by a woman who claimed she was having trouble with her car, according to the Clay County (Alabama) Sheriff's Office.
A Florida college student was shot and killed on Sunday in Alabama trying to protect himself and his girlfriend after they were apparently tricked and held at gunpoint by a woman who claimed she was having trouble with her car, according to the Clay County (Alabama) Sheriff's Office.
Florida man accused of molesting boy told him he had baby chickens to feed in his house
A Central Florida man was arrested Monday on charges of molestation and attempted sexual battery on a child under 12 years of age, the Marion County Sheriff's Office said in a news release.
A Central Florida man was arrested Monday on charges of molestation and attempted sexual battery on a child under 12 years of age, the Marion County Sheriff's Office said in a news release.
7 ways to pay off student loans faster
If you want to get out of student loan debt but don’t have the money to pay your student loans in full, these 7 ways can help you pay off your loans faster.
If you want to get out of student loan debt but don’t have the money to pay your student loans in full, these 7 ways can help you pay off your loans faster.
10-year-old Florida boy loses leg after shark attack in the Keys, family says
A 10-year-old boy was attacked by a shark while in the Florida Keys and had to have part of his leg amputated, his family said.
A 10-year-old boy was attacked by a shark while in the Florida Keys and had to have part of his leg amputated, his family said.