SpaceX gets green light to more than double rocket launches from Florida
The Federal Aviation Administration has finalized part of an environmental assessment that will allow SpaceX to more than double the number of Falcon 9 launches from Florida’s Space Coast.
The Federal Aviation Administration has finalized part of an environmental assessment that will allow SpaceX to more than double the number of Falcon 9 launches from Florida’s Space Coast.
SpaceX launches Falcon 9 rocket with 28 Starlink satellites on Friday morning from Florida
SpaceX is preparing to launch a Falcon 9 rocket with 28 Starlink satellites on Friday morning from Florida. Here's how you can watch.
SpaceX is preparing to launch a Falcon 9 rocket with 28 Starlink satellites on Friday morning from Florida. Here's how you can watch.
Man shot by Marion County deputies after chase, attempt to run over deputy
A man was taken to the hospital after a deputy-involved shooting early Friday morning in Marion County, deputies say. Officials say traffic will be affected on northwest Gainesville Road, Highway 441 and Highway 329 as they continue to investigate.
A man was taken to the hospital after a deputy-involved shooting early Friday morning in Marion County, deputies say. Officials say traffic will be affected on northwest Gainesville Road, Highway 441 and Highway 329 as they continue to investigate.
Marion County teen accused of causing $10K in damage to church
A 13-year-old boy is accused of breaking into a Marion County church and leaving behind thousands of dollars in damage, according to deputies.
A 13-year-old boy is accused of breaking into a Marion County church and leaving behind thousands of dollars in damage, according to deputies.
Florida leaders push to end vaccine mandates, sparking debate
lorida could see an end to state-mandated vaccines, following an announcement from Surgeon General Dr. Joseph Ladapo that the Department of Health is working with Governor Ron DeSantis to eliminate all vaccine requirements. The proposal has drawn sharp reactions.
lorida could see an end to state-mandated vaccines, following an announcement from Surgeon General Dr. Joseph Ladapo that the Department of Health is working with Governor Ron DeSantis to eliminate all vaccine requirements. The proposal has drawn sharp reactions.
Bear spotted roaming at Orlando apartment complex
A black bear made an unexpected visit to the Westbrook Apartments this week, startling residents who spotted it wandering near a stairwell.
A black bear made an unexpected visit to the Westbrook Apartments this week, startling residents who spotted it wandering near a stairwell.
Deputies search for suspect in Kissimmee hotel killing
A 37-year-old Orlando man was found fatally shot outside a Kissimmee hotel early Wednesday, and deputies are searching for a suspect considered armed and dangerous, the Osceola County Sheriff?s Office said.
A 37-year-old Orlando man was found fatally shot outside a Kissimmee hotel early Wednesday, and deputies are searching for a suspect considered armed and dangerous, the Osceola County Sheriff?s Office said.
'Super Speeder' drove 103 mph with 3 kids in car, including unrestrained infant: Report
An Orlando woman has been arrested under Florida's new "Super Speeder" law after she was caught allegedly driving over 100 mph with three children in the car, according to the Orange County Sheriff's Office.
An Orlando woman has been arrested under Florida's new "Super Speeder" law after she was caught allegedly driving over 100 mph with three children in the car, according to the Orange County Sheriff's Office.
Teen accused of causing $10K in damage to church
A 13-year-old boy is accused of breaking into a Marion County church and leaving behind thousands of dollars in damage, according to deputies. The pastor of St. Mary?s Missionary Baptist Church discovered the destruction on Sunday.
A 13-year-old boy is accused of breaking into a Marion County church and leaving behind thousands of dollars in damage, according to deputies. The pastor of St. Mary?s Missionary Baptist Church discovered the destruction on Sunday.
Florida boy, 10, survives dengue fever, has warning for others
Health officials say Brevard County has the highest number of locally acquired dengue fever cases in the state, with 14 confirmed infections as of Aug. 30.
Health officials say Brevard County has the highest number of locally acquired dengue fever cases in the state, with 14 confirmed infections as of Aug. 30.
Brevard County 10-year-old survives dengue fever
The Florida Department of Health released new numbers on Dengue fever on August 30. Brevard County has 14 locally acquired cases, which is the most for any county.
The Florida Department of Health released new numbers on Dengue fever on August 30. Brevard County has 14 locally acquired cases, which is the most for any county.
Florida leaders launch health initiative
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and First Lady Casey DeSantis on Thursday launched a statewide health initiative, highlighting efforts to end vaccine mandates for children in public and private schools.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and First Lady Casey DeSantis on Thursday launched a statewide health initiative, highlighting efforts to end vaccine mandates for children in public and private schools.
Orlando firefighter faces cancer battle as colleagues rally to help
Juwan VanBuren, 33, has been an Orlando firefighter for one-and-a-half years. Previously, VanBuren worked as a firefighter in Hillsborough and Brevard counties. The young father of four is known for being a caretaker, and for helping others in their time of need ? but now it?s him who needs a helping hand. VanBuren said a lingering cough led to a scary discovery earlier this year.
Juwan VanBuren, 33, has been an Orlando firefighter for one-and-a-half years. Previously, VanBuren worked as a firefighter in Hillsborough and Brevard counties. The young father of four is known for being a caretaker, and for helping others in their time of need ? but now it?s him who needs a helping hand. VanBuren said a lingering cough led to a scary discovery earlier this year.
Federal court allows 'Alligator Alcatraz' detention center to stay
A federal appeals court has paused a judge?s order that would have shut down Florida?s controversial ?Alligator Alcatraz? immigration detention center facility in the Florida Everglades.
A federal appeals court has paused a judge?s order that would have shut down Florida?s controversial ?Alligator Alcatraz? immigration detention center facility in the Florida Everglades.
Brevard County seeks to modernize flood warning system
Brevard County officials are working to upgrade the area?s outdated flood warning system, aiming to provide residents with real-time alerts that could give them hours of extra preparation before waters rise.
Brevard County officials are working to upgrade the area?s outdated flood warning system, aiming to provide residents with real-time alerts that could give them hours of extra preparation before waters rise.
Ethan Pritchard shooting: Player's former coach at Seminole High says community is praying for football star
Former Seminole High School football standout Ethan Pritchard, now a player at Florida State University, was shot over the weekend near Tallahassee after the Seminoles’ upset win over Alabama, according to investigators.
Former Seminole High School football standout Ethan Pritchard, now a player at Florida State University, was shot over the weekend near Tallahassee after the Seminoles’ upset win over Alabama, according to investigators.
Former Orange County deputy seeks bond in wife?s killing case
A former Orange County sheriff?s sergeant accused of killing his wife and staging it as a suicide appeared in court Wednesday in a bid to be released on bond. Anthony Shea, charged with first-degree murder in the October 2024 death of his wife, spent hours before a judge as attorneys debated whether he should remain in custody.
A former Orange County sheriff?s sergeant accused of killing his wife and staging it as a suicide appeared in court Wednesday in a bid to be released on bond. Anthony Shea, charged with first-degree murder in the October 2024 death of his wife, spent hours before a judge as attorneys debated whether he should remain in custody.
Seminole High head coach on Ethan Prichard shooting
Former Seminole High School football standout Ethan Pritchard, now a player at Florida State University, was shot over the weekend near Tallahassee after the Seminoles’ upset win over Alabama, according to investigators.
Former Seminole High School football standout Ethan Pritchard, now a player at Florida State University, was shot over the weekend near Tallahassee after the Seminoles’ upset win over Alabama, according to investigators.
Florida Sheriff Grady Judd: 'Operation Bad Odds' leads to 28 arrests, 48 illegal gambling machines recovered
Through a recent undercover investigation called “Operation Bad Odds,” undercover deputies with the Polk County Sheriff's Office (PCSO) said they made 28 arrests and confiscated 48 illegal gambling machines.
Through a recent undercover investigation called “Operation Bad Odds,” undercover deputies with the Polk County Sheriff's Office (PCSO) said they made 28 arrests and confiscated 48 illegal gambling machines.
Florida vaccine mandates: Casey DeSantis, Lt. Gov. speak on MAHA in Orlando
Florida's First Lady Casey DeSantis and Lt. Gov. Jay Collins spoke on the Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) initiative on Thursday afternoon in Orlando. The event came after Florida officials on Wednesday announced their plans to become the first state to end all vaccine mandates, including for schoolchildren.
Florida's First Lady Casey DeSantis and Lt. Gov. Jay Collins spoke on the Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) initiative on Thursday afternoon in Orlando. The event came after Florida officials on Wednesday announced their plans to become the first state to end all vaccine mandates, including for schoolchildren.