Carnival Cruise Line reports best-ever booking week after CDC drops COVID cruise ship warning

Just days after the CDC lifted its COVID travel warning for cruises two years into the pandemic, Carnival Cruise Line reported its best-ever booking week in the company's history.

Florida Missing Child Alert canceled after two Fort Myers teens found safe

Florida law enforcement officials have canceled a statewide missing child alert for two teens from the Fort Myers area after both were found safe.

Florida, other states sue over immigration enforcement

Florida, Alabama and Georgia filed a federal lawsuit Monday alleging that the Biden administration is not properly deporting undocumented immigrants who commit crimes.

Florida COVID-19 hospitalizations below 1,000

Fewer than 1,000 Florida hospital inpatients have COVID-19, after a steady decline in hospitalizations in February and March, according to data posted online Monday by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.

'A fed animal is a dead animal': Florida sanctuary reminding visitors to not feed wildlife

A sanctuary in Brevard County is again warning visitors not to feed the wildlife, including alligators and turtles, with a stern warning: it can be a death sentence for the animal or reptile.

Momma dog, 7 pups rescued from home in Orlando

A dog and her seven puppies were rescued from a home in Orlando and are now being cared for at a shelter.

Axiom, SpaceX shift planned launch of Ax-1 mission to Friday

As NASA worked through delays to a wet dress rehearsal for the Artemis moon mission Space Launch System this weekend, other planned launches for the week had to be shuffled to future dates.

Student at New Smyrna Beach High School killed by alleged drunk driver, police say

A 17-year-old student at New Smyrna Beach High School died over the weekend after he and his family were struck by an alleged impaired driver whose license was already suspended for DUI, according to police and records.

Sheriff: Former Pasco CPI arrested for falsifying DCF documents after trainee spots discrepancies

The sheriff of Pasco County said a former child protective investigator, who was with the agency for about five years, was arrested for knowingly filling out false information in official documents.

Three missing kids from Marion County found safe in Georgia, authorities say

The Marion County Sheriff's Office is seeking the public's help in finding three children after believing their safety is at risk in the company of their parents.

‘So You Think You Can Dance’ returns: JoJo Siwa, tWitch, Matthew Morrison to judge

JoJo Siwa, tWitch and Matthew Morrison will join "So You Think You Can Dance" as judges when the Emmy-winning series debuts its new season in May. Cat Deeley returns as host.

Status of drop-tower rides at major theme parks after teen's death in Orlando

While most of these attractions are not exactly the same as the tower ride in Orlando where a 14-year-old boy died, some parks have issued statements about their individual safety protocols.

EDC Orlando 2022 announces dates, ticket sales

The Electric Daisy Carnival (EDC) will be returning to Orlando later this year and on Friday, organizers announced ticket sales and dates for the dance music festival.

Orlando FreeFall ride death: Teen's fall could lead to legislation

A Central Florida lawmaker said she expects to see legislation to address issues involved in 14-year-old Tyre Sampson’s death last week from the Orlando FreeFall ride.

Former UCF players look to impress NFL scouts at pro day

The University of Central Florida had nearly a dozen former players participate in Pro Day on Friday.

Disney Co. vs. Gov. DeSantis: Florida governor threatens Reedy Creek Act after 'Don't Say Gay' bill critiques

When you look at the Disney signs outside of Walt Disney World Resort in Florida, you may think of Mickey Mouse and fun times with family for friends at one of the resort's four theme parks, but experts say it's more like a very large company that has its own town.

For sale: Off-the-grid island home tucked inside a Florida state park

The home, listed for a mere $3.5 million, is over 6,000 square feet and comes with its own private dock so you can park your boat.