Florida voters push for insurance reform amendment to lower costs, prevent dropped coverage
A proposed constitutional amendment aims to prevent insurers from canceling policies for Florida customers who have not violated their terms.
Winning Powerball ticket worth $1 million sold at Florida Publix
A Powerball ticket worth $1 million was sold at a Publix store in Florida.
Florida Gov. DeSantis announces I-75 expansion, $70B in road improvements, new Buc-ee's
On Tuesday, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis announced expansion plans for I-75, $70B in road improvements and the possibility of a new Buc-ee's locations.
Florida woman anoints JetBlue planes with oil after recent flight incidents
A Florida woman took it upon herself to bless two planes she recently traveled on, and the decision is getting mixed reviews from viewers of her viral video.
Gov. DeSantis creates Florida DOGE: Here's what it will do
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis announced Monday that he was creating a "state DOGE task force," inspired by Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency, part of President Donald Trump's administration.
Ocala youth coach arrested on sexual charge involving teen boy, police say
An Ocala, Florida, youth coach was arrested Sunday in connection to an alleged sexual offense involving a teenage boy, according to police.
NTSB investigating after seaplane crashes into Lake Dora; 2 survive with minor injuries
A seaplane crashed into Lake Dora near Tavares on Sunday afternoon, flipping upside down.
Proposal to eliminate Florida property taxes, sparks concerns over funding and sales tax hike
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis endorsed the idea of abolishing property taxes throughout the Sunshine State, but such a move could require doubling sales tax, impacting everyday Floridians.
Florida child hit by 2 cars on Melbourne road survives, neighbors call for safety improvements
Melbourne Police are investigating after a child was hit twice by two different cars running across a street in Melbourne.
Florida nurse hailed as hero for saving motorcyclist after crash in Brevard County
A Health First nurse is being hailed a hero after rushing in to save a motorcyclist before first responders arrived.
Florida sheriffs gear up to aid immigration enforcement under new state law
The Florida Sheriffs Association announced on Monday that agencies in all of Florida's counties will assist federal immigration authorities in detaining undocumented immigrant criminals in jails.
Tavares Police: Florida boy, 10, 'tortured,' 'fighting for his life'
A 10-year-old boy brought to a Florida hospital on Saturday night was covered head-to-toe in bruises and burn marks -- and is “fighting for his life," according to the Tavares Police Department.
Jones High School celebrates Tiger Pride Day with NFL alumni
Jones High School celebrated its annual Tiger Pride Day Saturday with the help of NFL alumni Kerby Joseph, who played football at Jones.
Memorial service being held for Madeline Soto
Today would have been Madeline Soto's 14th birthday. A memorial is being held in St. Cloud for the young girl, who was killed almost a year ago. Stephen Sterns, Maddie's mother's boyfriend, is the man accused of raping and murdering her. He could face the death penalty.
Missing person's remains, vehicle found in Orlando pond
The Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) says they have discovered a sunken car with a missing person's remains in an Orange County retention pond. Troopers said they discovered the car on Saturday, Feb. 22, off Dean Road. Officials state that the investigation is associated with an Orange County Sheriff's Office (OCSO) missing person case. However, it is currently unclear who the person is.
Orlando crash shuts down I-4 near West Colonial Drive
An Orlando crash Saturday morning has shut down all westbound lanes of Interstate 4 in the area just south of West Colonial Drive. Police said the crash took place around 7 a.m. Officials were diverting traffic onto Colonial Drive, but the westbound I-4 express lanes remained open.
Florida man arrested for allegedly sexually abusing kids
Deputies are searching for additional victims after they recently arrested a Florida man accused of sexually abusing children. The Marion County Sheriff's Office said they arrested Geraldo Rivera-Serrano, 62, on Feb. 21. Reports show Rivera-Serrano is being held at the Marion County Jail without bond.
Family seeks answers after ATV rider Ja’Keem Williams shot, killed in Winter Garden
Winter Garden Police said Ralph Hensel shot Ja’Keem Williams as Williams was driving by on his ATV. Loved ones of the slain father of five are speaking out.
Who will replace Gov. DeSantis as Florida governor? New poll considers potential candidates
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has been elected twice to lead the Sunshine State – and will become term limited when his term ends in 2026. However, recent media reports and political pundits speculated whether his wife, First Lady Casey DeSantis would be interested in running to succeed him.
Orange County deputies shoot man armed with knife | Full update
Orange County deputies shot a man armed with a knife after that man refused to drop the knife and kept advancing towards the deputies, Sheriff John Mina told reporters on Friday night. Deputies responded to a home on Merganser Driver in Apopka regarding a man threatening to hurt himself. The man came out of a bedroom armed with a knife and kept advancing towards the deputies.