Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis sees net worth dip

Gov. Ron DeSantis’ net worth dropped just over 8.5 percent in his third year as the state’s chief executive.

Sheriff: Hernando County suspect shot dog, 'innocent' bystander outside Publix

An innocent bystander and his dog were recovering after they were both shot during an attempted armed robbery in Spring Hill Tuesday, Hernando County deputies said.

Strawberry moon: When, where to look for June’s supermoon event

June’s supermoon has been dubbed the strawberry moon because it traditionally happens during the time of year when many species of berries are ready and at their ripest for harvest, especially sweet strawberries.

Don’t pick up folded dollar bills, authorities warn

Authorities in Tennessee have issued a warning against picking up folded dollar bills after one was found containing a substance that tested positive for fentanyl.

'It's been a bumpy road': Trooper injured while stopping intoxicated driver during Skyway 10K returns to work

Three months ago, a DUI suspect was barreling through barricades and cones and one Florida trooper realized she was the last line of defense between the alleged intoxicated driver and nearly 7,000 runners participating in the Skyway 10K. Now, she returns to work -- full-time.

Orlando FreeFall death: Autopsy reveals Tyre Sampson nearly 100 pounds over ride's limit

An autopsy conducted by the Orange County Medical Examiner on Tyre Sampson, the 14-year-old who fell off the Orlando FreeFall ride in March, concludes that the boy's cause of death was the result of blunt force trauma and the manner of death was “accident.”

Teen accused of carjacking street sweeper before leading deputies on cross-county pursuit

A three-hour pursuit across two counties came to end early Monday morning after authorities said a street sweeper operator reported his vehicle was taken from him during an alleged carjacking.

Florida school bus driver already accused of driving drunk admittedly shows up to court hearing impaired

A Florida school bus driver accused of driving drunk while children were on board the bus was in a Flagler County courtroom on Monday. The hearing was delayed because the judge suspected Mark McNeil was impaired after authorities said he showed up two hours late.

These electric vehicles are cheaper to own than gas ones now

Building electric vehicles is expensive, which is why their prices are high, and it's mostly about the batteries.

Remembering Pulse: 49 crosses honor victims at Orange County History Center

Several events will take place on the sixth anniversary of the Pulse Nightclub tragedy to remember those who died. At the Orange County Regional History Center, 49 wooden crosses will be on display.

DeSantis committee tops $8.85M while Crist widens fundraising lead over Fried

Gov. Ron DeSantis’ political committee raised $8.853 million in May and had about $105 million on hand as he runs for a second term, according to a finance report posted Friday on the state Division of Elections website.

Florida citrus production at an eight-decade low

With the state pouring millions of dollars into research and marketing efforts, Florida’s citrus industry is approaching the end of the 2021-2022 growing season with its lowest production since around the start of World War II.

UCF, Cincinnati, Houston to join Big 12 in 2023 after reaching deal with American Athletic Conference

The University of Central Florida, Cincinnati, and Houston will become members of a Power 5 conference in 2023 after the three schools reached an agreement with the American Athletic Conference Friday to join the Big 12 in 2023.

'Baby Holly' found alive, 42 years after Florida couple was murdered in Texas

After more than four decades, a Florida family will be able to reconnect with a woman – known to them as "Baby Holly" – whose whereabouts were unknown ever since the murder of her parents over 40 years ago.