Gov. DeSantis vetoes controversial rooftop solar bill
In a win for the rooftop-solar industry and environmental groups, Gov. Ron DeSantis on Wednesday vetoed a controversial bill that would have made major changes in rules for rooftop-solar energy.
In a win for the rooftop-solar industry and environmental groups, Gov. Ron DeSantis on Wednesday vetoed a controversial bill that would have made major changes in rules for rooftop-solar energy.
Man freed after nearly 30 years on death row could return to prison
Crosley Green was convicted of murder back in the 1980s and spent the last three decades fighting that conviction which was eventually overturned. He was freed in 2021, but last month, a three-judge panel reversed the 2018 ruling overturning the conviction, meaning Green could be sent back to prison.
Crosley Green was convicted of murder back in the 1980s and spent the last three decades fighting that conviction which was eventually overturned. He was freed in 2021, but last month, a three-judge panel reversed the 2018 ruling overturning the conviction, meaning Green could be sent back to prison.
Second helicopter discovered in Lake Apopka where pilot was rescued on Tuesday
The day after a helicopter crash-landed in Lake Apopka, a second helicopter that seemingly crash-landed was also found in the lake.
The day after a helicopter crash-landed in Lake Apopka, a second helicopter that seemingly crash-landed was also found in the lake.
Florida man arrested in 2016 killing of prominent Dallas lawyer Ira Tobolowsky
Police in Florida have made an arrest for the 2016 murder of prominent Dallas attorney Ira Tobolowsky.
Police in Florida have made an arrest for the 2016 murder of prominent Dallas attorney Ira Tobolowsky.
Busch Gardens, SeaWorld offer free tickets to military members and veterans
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay and SeaWorld Orlando are thanking military members and veterans for their service by offering free one-day admission to their theme parks.
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay and SeaWorld Orlando are thanking military members and veterans for their service by offering free one-day admission to their theme parks.
Mom of kids, ages 4 and 2, arrested after driving without car seats, seatbelts, deputies say
The Volusia County Sheriff's Office said a deputy stopped Carolyn Poitier for speeding with her 4-year-old and 2-year-old children in the car, sleeping without car seats or seatbelts.
The Volusia County Sheriff's Office said a deputy stopped Carolyn Poitier for speeding with her 4-year-old and 2-year-old children in the car, sleeping without car seats or seatbelts.
Daytona International Speedway to host Orlando Pride NWSL match
The National Women's Soccer League is teaming up with Daytona International Speedway and Torneos to host a match during Daytona's inaugural Soccer Fest.
The National Women's Soccer League is teaming up with Daytona International Speedway and Torneos to host a match during Daytona's inaugural Soccer Fest.
Kissimmee man arrested on charges stemming from Jan. 6 Capitol Riot
A Kissimmee, Florida man appeared before a federal judge in Orlando on Tuesday for his alleged involvement in the Jan. 6 riot.
A Kissimmee, Florida man appeared before a federal judge in Orlando on Tuesday for his alleged involvement in the Jan. 6 riot.
State attorney: Victim who shot and killed attacker was 'fortunate he was able to defend himself'
Three men attacked a victim in downtown Tampa. The victim fought back, shooting two of his attackers, killing one of them. State Attorney Andrew Warren says it was a 'crystal clear-cut case of self-defense.'
Three men attacked a victim in downtown Tampa. The victim fought back, shooting two of his attackers, killing one of them. State Attorney Andrew Warren says it was a 'crystal clear-cut case of self-defense.'
Protections for gopher tortoises under consideration by federal officials
Federal wildlife officials will decide in the coming months whether increased protections are needed for gopher tortoises, as Florida looks for ways to move the animals out of the path of development.
Federal wildlife officials will decide in the coming months whether increased protections are needed for gopher tortoises, as Florida looks for ways to move the animals out of the path of development.
Stolen credit card leads to wild chase to donut shop, shooting in Lake County, sheriff says
New video appears to show one person being detained following a deputy-involved shooting in Lake County. Two other suspects are recovering after allegedly being shot by that deputy.
New video appears to show one person being detained following a deputy-involved shooting in Lake County. Two other suspects are recovering after allegedly being shot by that deputy.
Sanford Make-A-Wish recipient gifted with unique trip
Nakeem Blackman got an unforgettable surprise on Monday.
Nakeem Blackman got an unforgettable surprise on Monday.
Search for Good Samaritan: Man may have saved another from becoming paralyzed
A woman says after her husband was in a bad crash, a man stopped and told him not to move.
A woman says after her husband was in a bad crash, a man stopped and told him not to move.
Florida's COVID-19 deaths approaching 74,000
Florida's death toll in the coronavirus pandemic was nearing 74,000 deaths among residents based on data released by the state last week.
Florida's death toll in the coronavirus pandemic was nearing 74,000 deaths among residents based on data released by the state last week.
Mosque murder suspect transferred from hospital to Seminole County Jail
The man accused of killing a worker at a mosque near Sanford is now in the Seminole County Jail.
The man accused of killing a worker at a mosque near Sanford is now in the Seminole County Jail.
Cars damaged in hot-wire attempts during botched thefts, Brevard County business says
The owner says two men tried hot wiring three cars in his lot without success.
The owner says two men tried hot wiring three cars in his lot without success.
Magic mushrooms: Scientist says fungi could revolutionize climate change fight
Visit any forest, and you’re bound to see mushrooms growing alongside trees and other plants, but these fungi play an important part in the health of that ecosystem and its ability to fight climate change.
Visit any forest, and you’re bound to see mushrooms growing alongside trees and other plants, but these fungi play an important part in the health of that ecosystem and its ability to fight climate change.
USFL forecast: No rain in sight for Birmingham, Alabama, in Week 2 action
Week 2 of USFL action gets underway Friday night with three more games to follow this weekend. Here's what the weather looks like and what you can expect from the teams at Protective Stadium in Birmingham, Alabama.
Week 2 of USFL action gets underway Friday night with three more games to follow this weekend. Here's what the weather looks like and what you can expect from the teams at Protective Stadium in Birmingham, Alabama.
Abandoned African-American cemetery in Groveland getting facelift
The Oak Tree Union Colored Cemetery of Taylorville is overrun with invasive trees and out-of-control vegetation.
The Oak Tree Union Colored Cemetery of Taylorville is overrun with invasive trees and out-of-control vegetation.
Leesburg Bikefest draws thousand: 'We're excited to be back in April'
The Leesburg Bikefest is underway. It's the first time the event is being in April since the start of the coronavirus pandemic.
The Leesburg Bikefest is underway. It's the first time the event is being in April since the start of the coronavirus pandemic.