Lawsuit filed by Gabby Petito's family against Laundrie's parents will head to court for the first time
A lawsuit filed by the parents of Gabby Petito against the parents of her suspected killer, Brian Laundrie, will head to court for the first time Wednesday. Attorneys for Laundrie's parents, Christopher and Roberta Laundrie, will be asking a judge to dismiss the lawsuit.
A lawsuit filed by the parents of Gabby Petito against the parents of her suspected killer, Brian Laundrie, will head to court for the first time Wednesday. Attorneys for Laundrie's parents, Christopher and Roberta Laundrie, will be asking a judge to dismiss the lawsuit.
Red Air flight catches fire after landing gear collapses at Miami International Airport
A Red Air flight from the Dominican Republic caught fire after its landing gear collapsed upon landing at Miami International Airport Tuesday afternoon, the airport said in a statement.
A Red Air flight from the Dominican Republic caught fire after its landing gear collapsed upon landing at Miami International Airport Tuesday afternoon, the airport said in a statement.
Polk man convicted of murder in death of woman he intentionally ran over with church van
A jury convicted 20-year-old Elijah Stansell of first-degree murder for the death of beloved Polk City librarian Suzette Penton, who died in 2020 after she was intentionally run over by a van. Stansell was behind the wheel and trying to flee after he and several other teens had attacked the victim's son.
A jury convicted 20-year-old Elijah Stansell of first-degree murder for the death of beloved Polk City librarian Suzette Penton, who died in 2020 after she was intentionally run over by a van. Stansell was behind the wheel and trying to flee after he and several other teens had attacked the victim's son.
Florida man credits $2 million winning lottery ticket to pregnant dog
A Florida man is crediting his tiny, pregnant dog named Ivy for helping him become a millionaire, according to the Florida Lottery.
A Florida man is crediting his tiny, pregnant dog named Ivy for helping him become a millionaire, according to the Florida Lottery.
Florida fights attempt to block state's new abortion law
Several abortion clinics have filed a lawsuit to challenge Florida's new abortion law and get a temporary injunction to keep it from taking effect July 1st. Under current law, Florida allows abortions up to 24 weeks. The new law will prevent abortions from being performed in the state after 15 weeks – reducing the amount of time by more than two months.
Several abortion clinics have filed a lawsuit to challenge Florida's new abortion law and get a temporary injunction to keep it from taking effect July 1st. Under current law, Florida allows abortions up to 24 weeks. The new law will prevent abortions from being performed in the state after 15 weeks – reducing the amount of time by more than two months.
Orlando FreeFall owners hope to reopen Slingshot ride at ICON Park once it receives 'necessary approvals'
The company that owns Orlando FreeFall – a 430-foot drop tower ride that a 14-year-old boy fell from and died in March 2022 – intends to reopen one of its rides once it receives the "necessary approvals" from the Florida Department of Agriculture.
The company that owns Orlando FreeFall – a 430-foot drop tower ride that a 14-year-old boy fell from and died in March 2022 – intends to reopen one of its rides once it receives the "necessary approvals" from the Florida Department of Agriculture.
Florida one of America's least patriotic states, study says
A new study says Florida is one of the least patriotic states in the country, coming in at 47 out of 50 – only beating Rhode Island, New York, and Arkansas.
A new study says Florida is one of the least patriotic states in the country, coming in at 47 out of 50 – only beating Rhode Island, New York, and Arkansas.
First day of summer is June 21: The science behind the summer solstice
Summer officially begins in the Northern Hemisphere on June 21 with the summer solstice, the day with the greatest amount of possible daylight and the shortest night.
Summer officially begins in the Northern Hemisphere on June 21 with the summer solstice, the day with the greatest amount of possible daylight and the shortest night.
Homeowner shoots attempted burglary suspect who entered Leesburg home, police say
A Leesburg homeowner shot a would-be burglar who entered a residence on Flora View Lane Monday morning, according to police.
A Leesburg homeowner shot a would-be burglar who entered a residence on Flora View Lane Monday morning, according to police.
'Death trap': Tyre Sampson's dad, Yarnell, again demands Orlando FreeFall permanently close after son's death
The father of Tyre Sampson, the 14-year-old who fell to his death from the Orlando Freefall ride in March, is calling for a public apology and for a permanent memorial to be erected at ICON Park for his son.
The father of Tyre Sampson, the 14-year-old who fell to his death from the Orlando Freefall ride in March, is calling for a public apology and for a permanent memorial to be erected at ICON Park for his son.
Florida IHOP shooting: $5K reward offered in search for suspect in deadly DeBary restaurant shooting
Deputies with the Volusia County Sheriff's Office have obtained a warrant for the arrest of a man said to be involved in a deadly shooting outside an IHOP restaurant Friday evening in DeBary.
Deputies with the Volusia County Sheriff's Office have obtained a warrant for the arrest of a man said to be involved in a deadly shooting outside an IHOP restaurant Friday evening in DeBary.
Orlando weather: Not as hot, but rain and storms likely Monday afternoon
Temperatures will not be as hot as we've seen over the last several days.
Temperatures will not be as hot as we've seen over the last several days.
Disney offering opportunity to win four-night cruise this summer
Disney Cruise Line is offering a four-day cruise to the Bahamas for one lucky winner
Disney Cruise Line is offering a four-day cruise to the Bahamas for one lucky winner
AAA: Florida gas prices are dropping. Here's why
Drivers in Florida may soon see some relief at the pump as American Automobile Association says gas prices across the state have fallen.
Drivers in Florida may soon see some relief at the pump as American Automobile Association says gas prices across the state have fallen.
Florida man robbed, kidnapped by 3 armed men posing as dog buyers escapes by committing traffic infraction
A South Florida man who deputies say boasted about his lucrative dog breeding business online found himself fighting for his life when three men posing as dog buyers robbed him at gunpoint, carjacked him and held him captive for two days before he was able to summon help from an alert deputy.
A South Florida man who deputies say boasted about his lucrative dog breeding business online found himself fighting for his life when three men posing as dog buyers robbed him at gunpoint, carjacked him and held him captive for two days before he was able to summon help from an alert deputy.
Tracking stormy weather for Father's Day, Juneteenth: What to expect in Central Florida
Another stormy day on tap for Father’s Day and Juneteenth.
Another stormy day on tap for Father’s Day and Juneteenth.
Juneteenth: The significance of the holiday and why it's celebrated and commemorated
“The holiday is important to reflect on freedom and reflect on who we are as a nation and who we want to be as a nation,” a museum curator explains.
“The holiday is important to reflect on freedom and reflect on who we are as a nation and who we want to be as a nation,” a museum curator explains.
Danielle Redlick verdict: Jurors find Winter Park woman not guilty of killing husband
Danielle Redlick was accused of stabbing her stepfather-turned-husband, Michael Redlick, to death in their Winter Park home in 2019.
Danielle Redlick was accused of stabbing her stepfather-turned-husband, Michael Redlick, to death in their Winter Park home in 2019.
Crime and policing are front and center in Florida Senate battle
Democratic Rep. Val Demings, a former Orlando police chief, calls the idea of defunding the police "just crazy" in a new campaign commercial that started running this week, as she challenges Republican Sen. Marco Rubio of Florida in a high profile, high-stakes, and expensive Senate race.
Democratic Rep. Val Demings, a former Orlando police chief, calls the idea of defunding the police "just crazy" in a new campaign commercial that started running this week, as she challenges Republican Sen. Marco Rubio of Florida in a high profile, high-stakes, and expensive Senate race.
Florida men arrested after dispute with teen boys in Sanford neighborhood
Two Florida men were arrested after a dispute with two teenage boys over speeding in the Sanford neighborhood of Lake Forest.
Two Florida men were arrested after a dispute with two teenage boys over speeding in the Sanford neighborhood of Lake Forest.