Florida experiences record diesel costs, fueling inflation concerns
Florida drivers are continuing to pay nearly $4 a gallon for gasoline, while diesel prices have climbed to levels not seen since the early stages of the conflict over the Strait of Hormuz, raising concerns that higher transportation costs could drive up prices on everyday goods.
Florida drivers are continuing to pay nearly $4 a gallon for gasoline, while diesel prices have climbed to levels not seen since the early stages of the conflict over the Strait of Hormuz, raising concerns that higher transportation costs could drive up prices on everyday goods.
Cockpit transcript shows speed warnings before Amazon cargo plane crash
A newly released cockpit voice recorder transcript shows one pilot repeatedly warned that an Amazon cargo plane was approaching Miami International Airport too fast and called for a go-around moments before the aircraft overran the runway, killing five people on the ground.
A newly released cockpit voice recorder transcript shows one pilot repeatedly warned that an Amazon cargo plane was approaching Miami International Airport too fast and called for a go-around moments before the aircraft overran the runway, killing five people on the ground.
Michigan man hit, killed by possible lightning strike in Celebration
Osceola County sheriff's deputies have identified a 20-year-old Michigan man who died after an apparent lightning strike in Celebration.
Osceola County sheriff's deputies have identified a 20-year-old Michigan man who died after an apparent lightning strike in Celebration.
First look: The Magic of Disney Animation at Hollywood Studios
The Walt Disney World Resort is opening a new interactive attraction at Disney's Hollywood Studios that celebrates more than a century of Disney animation, giving guests the chance to draw beloved characters, interact with animated favorites, and explore themed play areas.
The Walt Disney World Resort is opening a new interactive attraction at Disney's Hollywood Studios that celebrates more than a century of Disney animation, giving guests the chance to draw beloved characters, interact with animated favorites, and explore themed play areas.
Volusia County Schools shifts vaping discipline toward education instead of expulsion
Volusia County Schools has approved a new disciplinary policy for student vaping that emphasizes education over automatic suspension, saying too many students were being removed from class for first-time offenses.
Volusia County Schools has approved a new disciplinary policy for student vaping that emphasizes education over automatic suspension, saying too many students were being removed from class for first-time offenses.
FWC lays out policy changes for import of sloths in Florida
Florida wildlife officials are seeking public input on proposed regulations for sloth ownership following the deaths of more than 50 sloths at Central Florida's Sloth World, but conservation groups say the changes fall short of preventing another tragedy.
Florida wildlife officials are seeking public input on proposed regulations for sloth ownership following the deaths of more than 50 sloths at Central Florida's Sloth World, but conservation groups say the changes fall short of preventing another tragedy.
Flooded fields stall Cocoa Little League fall ballgames
Parents and young athletes in Cocoa are sidelined this season as widespread flooding, deep potholes and uneven sod patches turn local baseball fields into major hazard zones.
Parents and young athletes in Cocoa are sidelined this season as widespread flooding, deep potholes and uneven sod patches turn local baseball fields into major hazard zones.
Triple-murder suspect accused of faking psychiatric symptoms
A man accused of shooting and killing three tourists in Kissimmee earlier this year appeared in court Wednesday as newly released psychiatric evaluations concluded he is competent to stand trial despite claims of mental illness.
A man accused of shooting and killing three tourists in Kissimmee earlier this year appeared in court Wednesday as newly released psychiatric evaluations concluded he is competent to stand trial despite claims of mental illness.
Registered sex offender sentenced to 30 years in kidnapping case
A registered sex offender was sentenced Wednesday to 30 years in prison for kidnapping, torturing, and abusing an 11-year-old boy, authorities said.
A registered sex offender was sentenced Wednesday to 30 years in prison for kidnapping, torturing, and abusing an 11-year-old boy, authorities said.
Florida attorney general sues Netflix over data collection
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier is expanding his legal campaign against major technology companies, this time targeting Netflix over its advertising practices and children's privacy protections.
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier is expanding his legal campaign against major technology companies, this time targeting Netflix over its advertising practices and children's privacy protections.
Man Accused using tools to break through shared wall: Neighbor
A Palm Coast family is speaking out after a quiet evening turned into a nightmare when a neighbor allegedly tried to break into their home through a shared drywall.
A Palm Coast family is speaking out after a quiet evening turned into a nightmare when a neighbor allegedly tried to break into their home through a shared drywall.
OCPS weighs teacher cuts as enrollment decline deepens budget shortfall
Orange County Public Schools is considering cuts to teaching positions as the district grapples with declining enrollment, reduced state funding, and rising health care costs, officials said. District leaders stressed that layoffs remain a last resort as schools adjust staffing to match lower student enrollment.
Orange County Public Schools is considering cuts to teaching positions as the district grapples with declining enrollment, reduced state funding, and rising health care costs, officials said. District leaders stressed that layoffs remain a last resort as schools adjust staffing to match lower student enrollment.
Teen killed in Osteen ATV crash remembered as 'full of life'
A Volusia County family is mourning the loss of a 15-year-old girl they describe as creative, compassionate, and devoted to the people around her after she was killed in an ATV crash over the weekend.
A Volusia County family is mourning the loss of a 15-year-old girl they describe as creative, compassionate, and devoted to the people around her after she was killed in an ATV crash over the weekend.
NTSB focuses on runway safety system, pilot actions in Miami Amazon cargo jet crash
Federal investigators are focusing on runway safety features and pilot actions as they continue investigating the cargo jet crash that killed five people after the aircraft overran a runway at Miami Executive Airport.
Federal investigators are focusing on runway safety features and pilot actions as they continue investigating the cargo jet crash that killed five people after the aircraft overran a runway at Miami Executive Airport.
Clermont man accused of intentionally striking bicyclist with car
A Clermont man is accused of intentionally driving his vehicle into a bicyclist in a Taco Bell parking lot before fleeing the scene, according to police. The cyclist suffered minor injuries despite the bicycle being destroyed in the crash.
A Clermont man is accused of intentionally driving his vehicle into a bicyclist in a Taco Bell parking lot before fleeing the scene, according to police. The cyclist suffered minor injuries despite the bicycle being destroyed in the crash.
1 injured after multi-county chase ends with deputy-involved shooting in Dunnellon, deputies say
A Levy County deputy shot a person after a traffic stop led to a pursuit into Marion County late Tuesday, according to the Sheriff's Office.
A Levy County deputy shot a person after a traffic stop led to a pursuit into Marion County late Tuesday, according to the Sheriff's Office.
Florida attorney general seeks criminal penalties for AI companies tied to crimes
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier is calling for new state laws that would hold artificial intelligence companies criminally liable when their platforms are used to facilitate crimes, arguing existing safeguards are not enough to prevent abuse.
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier is calling for new state laws that would hold artificial intelligence companies criminally liable when their platforms are used to facilitate crimes, arguing existing safeguards are not enough to prevent abuse.
Rescued manatee recovering after crab trap entanglement
A manatee is recovering after wildlife rescuers freed it from a crab trap that left the animal struggling to surface for air in the Indian River Lagoon near Titusville.
A manatee is recovering after wildlife rescuers freed it from a crab trap that left the animal struggling to surface for air in the Indian River Lagoon near Titusville.
Hidden camera found in doggy daycare bathroom, deputies say
The owner of a New Smyrna Beach dog daycare is facing multiple felony charges after investigators say he secretly installed a hidden camera disguised as an electrical outlet inside a bathroom used by employees and customers, including children.
The owner of a New Smyrna Beach dog daycare is facing multiple felony charges after investigators say he secretly installed a hidden camera disguised as an electrical outlet inside a bathroom used by employees and customers, including children.
Beloved Tennessee doctor killed in Titusville plane crash
Federal investigators are working to determine what caused a small plane to crash shortly after takeoff in Titusville on Labor Day, killing the pilot, a longtime Tennessee physician remembered for decades of caring for patients.
Federal investigators are working to determine what caused a small plane to crash shortly after takeoff in Titusville on Labor Day, killing the pilot, a longtime Tennessee physician remembered for decades of caring for patients.